Community Based Instructor 3 - Pershing County (Lovelock, NV)

University of Nevada Reno • Reno, NV

16d • Onsite

About The Position

University of Nevada, Reno Extension is seeking an enthusiastic, community-minded professional to join our team as a Community Based Instructor 3 supporting the 4-H Youth Development Program in Pershing County. This is an in-person position based out of Lovelock, NV. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to help young people develop leadership, life, and workforce readiness skills while building meaningful connections with volunteers, families, schools, and community partners throughout Pershing County. The successful candidate will be passionate about working with youth, enjoy building relationships within the community, and possess strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and three (3) years of relevant work experience in areas such as agriculture, horticulture, community development, health and nutrition, human and family development, and natural resources in urban and rural areas; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
• This position requires candidates to complete a fingerprinting/background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with youth, volunteers, schools, community organizations, or after-school programs are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting, training, mentoring, and supporting adult volunteers who deliver 4-H programming throughout the county
• Developing strategies to recruit and engage youth in 4-H programs and activities
• Coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating school-based and after-school youth programs
• Assisting with curriculum implementation and program development to meet community needs
• Organizing and supporting 4-H events, activities, workshops, and educational opportunities
• Building collaborative partnerships with Extension faculty and staff, county personnel, schools, community organizations, and families
• Supporting continuous program improvement through planning, evaluation, and assessment efforts
• Providing training and support to after-school educators and youth program providers

Benefits

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments.
• Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related.
• The University offers this program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of Classified employees (working at least 50%). The Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program may be used for undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED