Community Based Instructor 3 - Washoe County 4-H Youth Development Program (Reno, NV)

Nevada System of Higher Education•Reno, NV

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About The Position

Do you have a passion for working with youth and making a difference in your community? The University of Nevada, Reno Extension is looking for a dynamic and motivated Community Based Instructor 3 to join our Washoe County team. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of 4-H youth development programs, inspire young minds, and work with a supportive network of staff, volunteers, and community partners. In this role, you’ll be the heart of local 4-H programming.

Requirements

This position requires 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 as described above
Experience working with school-aged youth (ages 5–19)
Background in Youth Development and/or 4-H programs
Valid Class “C” Nevada driver’s license (or higher) at the time of hire
Successful completion of a background check/fingerprinting

Nice To Haves

Experience working directly with youth ages 5 -12 in a classroom setting
Experience presenting programs to youth ages 5 - 12
Candidates that are bilingual in English and Spanish are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Recruit, train, advise, and support dedicated volunteers.
Develop creative strategies to engage youth in 4-H programs—in school, after school, and in the community.
Plan and oversee events, curriculum, and program improvements.
Collaborate with Extension faculty/staff and county partners to achieve program goals.
Monitor and evaluate program success, track participation, and prepare reports.
Manage supply inventories.

Benefits

Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire.
Health insurance options including dental and vision
Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave
E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.
Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate.
SEC Grants-in-aid for Classified Employees
The University encourages employees to pursue training and educational opportunities available to them through the Nevada System of Higher Education institutions. 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.
Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit
Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program 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.
Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program