NSHE Specialist 1 - Extended Studies

Nevada System of Higher Education•Reno, NV

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting an NSHE Specialist 1 for Extended Studies. This organized, service-focused position coordinates educational programs, supports students and instructors, and builds relationships with campus and community partners. Extended Studies provides credit and non-credit learning opportunities, including professional development, gaming management, academic credit options, conferences, and travel programs. The Specialist helps coordinate professional development programs and courses from planning through completion. The role works closely with students, instructors, University colleagues, vendors, and external partners while managing multiple programs and priorities. Some travel around the assigned area may be required. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., subject to change based on organizational needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year of relevant experience; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education 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.
A valid Class C driver’s license 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.

Benefits

Employees are enrolled in the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire.
Health insurance options, including dental and vision.
Life insurance and long-term disability.
Annual and sick leave.
Annual or semester membership and family membership options at the E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center.
Discounts offered by local businesses to WolfCard holders.
Mountain EAP counseling and advising services for employees and eligible dependents.
Staff Employees’ Council representation and participation opportunities.
Tuition paid in full for qualifying courses taken by classified employees at Nevada System of Higher Education institutions.
Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program access to undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses for eligible spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.