NSHE Specialist 1 - Extended Studies

University of Nevada Reno • Reno, NV

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About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno is hiring an NSHE Specialist 1 for Extended Studies. The position coordinates professional development programs and courses from planning through completion, supporting students, instructors, and program operations. Extended Studies provides credit and non-credit learning opportunities, including professional development, gaming management, academic credit options, conferences, and travel programs.

The specialist coordinates course scheduling, setup, instructional materials, and logistics; assists students with questions about programs, courses, and certificates; supports instructor recruitment and administration; and assists with budgets and financial activities. The role also supports outreach and marketing, develops relationships with University and community partners, and gathers program information to help improve courses, services, and processes. The position works with students, instructors, University colleagues, vendors, and external partners while managing multiple programs and priorities.

The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., subject to change based on organizational needs. Some travel within the assigned area may be required. A valid Class C or higher operator’s license is required within 30 days of appointment. Compensation is Grade 31, Entry Step 01, listed at $26.07 per hour.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year of relevant experience; or high school graduation or equivalent and three years of program support experience equivalent to an Administrative Assistant III in Nevada state service, including applying complex laws and regulations, composing written materials, and maintaining records; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Obtain a valid Class C or higher operator’s license within 30 days of appointment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience coordinating continuing education, professional development, workforce training, higher education, or other educational programs.
• Experience supporting adult learners, students, instructors, or program participants in a customer-focused environment.
• Experience managing multiple courses, programs, projects, or events simultaneously.
• Experience supporting program budgets, financial transactions, purchasing, or related fiscal activities.
• Experience with program outreach, marketing, participant recruitment, or relationship building with community or industry partners.
• Experience using student, registration, learning management, or other administrative information systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate professional development courses, including scheduling, course setup, instructional materials, and program logistics.
• Provide support to prospective and current students regarding programs, courses, and certificate options.
• Coordinate with instructors and support instructor recruitment, agreements, course materials, and related administrative needs.
• Assist with program budgets, course fees, expenses, payments, and other financial activities.
• Support outreach and marketing efforts and build relationships with University and community partners.
• Collect program information and help identify opportunities to strengthen courses, services, and processes.
• Manage multiple programs and priorities while working with students, instructors, University colleagues, vendors, and external partners.

Benefits

• Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) enrollment and retirement plan.
• Health insurance options, including dental and vision.
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Generous annual and sick leave.
• Fitness Center membership options.
• Discounts from participating local businesses for WolfCard holders.
• Employee assistance counseling and advising services through Mountain EAP.
• Tuition paid in full for eligible job-related or degree-applicable courses taken through Nevada System of Higher Education institutions.
• Family Opportunity Program for eligible spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of classified employees working at least 50%, for undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level