Community Based Instructor 3 - 4-H Program, Carson City/Storey County

Updated: over 2 years ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

  • Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.

  • Draft applications are saved automatically and can be accessed through your candidate home account. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact the Human Resources helpline at (775) 784-1495 or [email protected] .

For UNR Med professional job postings, if you have questions or need assistance regarding the application process, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778.

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno Extension is recruiting for a full-time Community Based Instructor 3 for its 4-H program in Carson City/Storey County. This position is located in Carson City, Nevada. The 4-H Community Based Instructor 3 provides expanded educational opportunities for youth from club-based and community-based audiences in Carson City and Storey County. This position is responsible for recruiting, training, advising, and managing volunteers; developing and implementing methods for recruiting and retaining youth in the 4-H program; and delivery, management, monitoring and evaluation of in-school and afterschool 4-H programming and curriculum delivery. This position will participate in 4-H youth development staff meetings at the local, area, state and regional level; cooperate and support work with state 4-H office on regional and state programs; and be responsive to clientele answering 4-H requests and questions, where applicable. The successful candidate will work professionally and effectively with diverse individuals; possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; and have the ability to contribute positively to the success of 4-H youth in fulfilling the mission of University of Nevada, Reno Extension.

Required Qualifications

This position required graduation from high school or equivalent education and three 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. 

This position requires work experience/education in Youth Development/4-H programs.

This position requires having a valid driver’s license at time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment.

Successful background/fingerprint check.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates that have experience working with, supervising, and training volunteers; a breadth of knowledge of the National 4-H program; record keeping experience; and proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Work, Publisher, Access, Excel, PowerPoint) are encouraged to apply.

Candidates that are Bilingual- English/Spanish are encouraged to apply.

Schedule

This position requires working a variable schedule; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Travel within assigned locations.

Compensation Grade

Grade 27

Classified Compensation

Classified Benefits

PERS retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long-term disability, annual and sick leave, along with other benefits. For more information, please visit: Classified Benefits

Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit

For more information about the Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit, please visit: Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit

Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

Additionally, we offer a Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of classified employees (working at least a 50% full-time equivalent).

For more information, please visit: Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

Department Information

Extension is an outreach arm of the University, funded by county, state and federal dollars, that extends unbiased, research-based knowledge from the University of Nevada, Reno to residents of southern Nevada. For more information, please visit the following site: https://extension.unr.edu/carson-city.aspx

For questions, please contact: Lisa Taylor, Hiring Manager, [email protected]  

Exempt

No

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at [email protected] .

Attach the following attachment(s) to your application

Resume/CV – (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.

Cover Letter – (optional)

Contact Information for Three Supervisory References – (required) Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.

Transcripts – (optional) If you have not graduated, please attach your transcripts to receive education credit for classes you have taken. Credit is given for classes relevant to the position.

Veteran Interview Consideration – (optional) – To receive interview consideration for veterans and veterans with a service-connected disability, proof is required at the time of application. Please attach proof electronically to your application under the Veteran Document(s) section. (Examples of acceptable documents include DD-214, disability letter from Veteran's Administration, etc).

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

  

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

  

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

  

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

    

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.


University of Nevada, Reno

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

  • Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.

  • Draft applications are saved automatically and can be accessed through your candidate home account. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact the Human Resources helpline at (775) 784-1495 or [email protected] .

For UNR Med professional job postings, if you have questions or need assistance regarding the application process, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778.

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno Extension is recruiting for a full-time Community Based Instructor 3 for its 4-H program in Carson City/Storey County. This position is located in Carson City, Nevada. The 4-H Community Based Instructor 3 provides expanded educational opportunities for youth from club-based and community-based audiences in Carson City and Storey County. This position is responsible for recruiting, training, advising, and managing volunteers; developing and implementing methods for recruiting and retaining youth in the 4-H program; and delivery, management, monitoring and evaluation of in-school and afterschool 4-H programming and curriculum delivery. This position will participate in 4-H youth development staff meetings at the local, area, state and regional level; cooperate and support work with state 4-H office on regional and state programs; and be responsive to clientele answering 4-H requests and questions, where applicable. The successful candidate will work professionally and effectively with diverse individuals; possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; and have the ability to contribute positively to the success of 4-H youth in fulfilling the mission of University of Nevada, Reno Extension.

Required Qualifications

This position required graduation from high school or equivalent education and three 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. 

This position requires work experience/education in Youth Development/4-H programs.

This position requires having a valid driver’s license at time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment.

Successful background/fingerprint check.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates that have experience working with, supervising, and training volunteers; a breadth of knowledge of the National 4-H program; record keeping experience; and proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Work, Publisher, Access, Excel, PowerPoint) are encouraged to apply.

Candidates that are Bilingual- English/Spanish are encouraged to apply.

Schedule

This position requires working a variable schedule; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Travel within assigned locations.

Compensation Grade

Grade 27

Classified Compensation

Classified Benefits

PERS retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long-term disability, annual and sick leave, along with other benefits. For more information, please visit: Classified Benefits

Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit

For more information about the Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit, please visit: Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit

Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

Additionally, we offer a Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of classified employees (working at least a 50% full-time equivalent).

For more information, please visit: Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

Department Information

Extension is an outreach arm of the University, funded by county, state and federal dollars, that extends unbiased, research-based knowledge from the University of Nevada, Reno to residents of southern Nevada. For more information, please visit the following site: https://extension.unr.edu/carson-city.aspx

For questions, please contact: Lisa Taylor, Hiring Manager, [email protected]  

Exempt

No

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at [email protected] .

Attach the following attachment(s) to your application

Resume/CV – (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.

Cover Letter – (optional)

Contact Information for Three Supervisory References – (required) Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.

Transcripts – (optional) If you have not graduated, please attach your transcripts to receive education credit for classes you have taken. Credit is given for classes relevant to the position.

Veteran Interview Consideration – (optional) – To receive interview consideration for veterans and veterans with a service-connected disability, proof is required at the time of application. Please attach proof electronically to your application under the Veteran Document(s) section. (Examples of acceptable documents include DD-214, disability letter from Veteran's Administration, etc).

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

  

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

  

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

  

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

    

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.


University of Nevada, Reno


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