Specialist, Community Outreach (Walker River FRTEP)

University of Nevada Reno • Reno, NV

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Community Outreach Specialist within its Native American Programs. Funded by a Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program (FRTEP) grant, the role requires a reservation agent living on the Walker River Reservation. The position reports to the Coordinator of Native American Programs and supports Native American farmers, ranchers, and youth through education, mentorship, and collaboration.

The specialist designs and implements programs in agriculture, nutrition, youth development, and entrepreneurship. The role also involves collaborating with tribal entities on USDA programs, irrigation management, and food sovereignty initiatives, and fostering community engagement and skill-building through 4-H programs and tribal departments.

Requirements

• High school graduation and four years of related work experience; or an associate’s degree and three years of related work experience; or a bachelor’s degree and two years of related work experience; or a master’s degree and one year of related work experience.
• Related experience in community outreach.
• Exposure to natural resources and/or agricultural topics or a related field.
• Engagement with Native American populations.
• Valid Nevada State Driver’s License, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Successful fingerprinting/background check.
• Must be a reservation agent living on the Walker River Reservation.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of tribal government structures and Native American agricultural production.
• Strong skills in event planning, program development, and communication.
• Familiarity with 4-H youth development programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement programs that provide education in agriculture, nutrition, youth development, and entrepreneurship.
• Collaborate with tribal entities on USDA programs, irrigation management, and food sovereignty initiatives.
• Foster community engagement and skill-building through 4-H programs and tribal departments.
• Support Native American farmers, ranchers, and youth through education, mentorship, and collaboration.

Benefits

• University-matched retirement contributions of 19.25%; participants in the faculty retirement plan are 100% vested on their first day.
• Health insurance options, including dental and vision.
• Annual and sick leave and life insurance.
• Annual or semester memberships at the E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center, with spouse/domestic partner membership options.
• Discounts from local businesses for WolfCard holders.
• Mountain EAP counseling and advising services for employees and eligible dependents.
• Reduced-rate tuition benefit for faculty employees and qualified dependents.
• Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program resources for newly hired faculty spouses/partners.
• No state income tax.

What This Job Offers

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