Coordinator, Extension Education Project Duck Valley Reservation

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The University of Nevada Reno Extension is seeking a passionate and community-focused Extension Education Project Coordinator to support agriculture and youth development programming on the Duck Valley Reservation.

In this unique role youll work closely with Tribal youth and families local schools producers and community partners to build programs that inspire agricultural learning leadership and hands-on experience. From school gardens to 4-H projects and agricultural field days your efforts will strengthen youth engagement and promote sustainable agricultural practices that honor local traditions and community needs.

This position plays a key role in bridging cultural and educational opportunitiessupporting the next generation of Nevadas agricultural leaders through inclusive community-based learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop deliver and evaluate educational programs that integrate agriculture STEM and youth development for Tribal communities.

• Collaborate with faculty Tribal leaders schools and local producers to create engaging learning experiences such as workshops 4-H projects and on-farm demonstrations.

• Coordinate grant-funded projects focused on agricultural and youth development including data tracking program evaluation and reporting.

• Foster partnerships that strengthen community engagement and agricultural literacy across diverse audiences.

• Promote Extension programming through outreach marketing and event coordination.

• Support grant writing efforts to expand agricultural education and youth initiatives.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelors degree and two years of related experience; OR a Masters degree and one year of related experience. Related experience: Experience in project coordination agricultural education youth programming community outreach or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Tribal and/or diverse audiences including rural communities.

• Experience with 4-H FFA or other youth leadership programs.

• Knowledge of Nevada agriculture community-based education or Extension programs.

• Experience with grant writing budget oversight and program evaluation.

Licensure

A valid Class C drivers license or higher operators license within 30 days of appointment.

Schedule and Travel

• 40 hours per week with a variable work schedule including some nights and/or weekends based on programming needs.

• Occasional travel throughout the assigned area.

Compensation Grade

Administrative Faculty B

The typical salary range for this position is $44756-$60000.

Salary is based on related education experience internal equity and budgets.

To view the salary schedule for this position please visit: Salary Schedules and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Remarkable Retirement!

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan you are 100% vested your first back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual A or B contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

• Health insurance options including dental and vision -Health Insurance

• Generous annual sick leave long term disability and life insurance Faculty Benefits

• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center

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• No state income tax!

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College/Department Information

At the University of Nevada Reno Extension were dedicated to serving Nevadas diverse communities through hands-on education and collaboration. This position offers a unique opportunity to work alongside Tribal youth families and agricultural producersempowering them to build skills explore careers and strengthen their connection to Nevadas agricultural heritage.

Youll join a team committed to inclusivity cultural respect and community impact with the resources of a leading land-grant university behind you.

Learn more about Extension here: Contacts

Lindsey Barnes Search Coordinator

Daniel Coen Hiring Manager

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The University of Nevada Reno is a leading public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevadas original land-grant university the University serves more than 23000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.

Classified by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 (Very High Research) university it is also recognized in the Carnegie Community Engagement classification. The University is also ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the Best National Universities and Best National Public Universities. It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times Top Colleges for Economic Diversity.

Since 2009 nearly $1 billion has been has invested in advanced labs facilities and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevadas first medical school the University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine and the Wayne L. Prim Campus at Lake Tahoe where education research and creative work thrive in a stunning mountain setting. The University delivers on its original land-grant mission with outreach across the state through the University of Nevada Reno Extension Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology Nevada Small Business Development Center the Nevada Seismological Laboratory and Wolf Pack Athletics.

The main campus is in Reno Nevada a burgeoning global technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown. Found where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe the beautiful 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada State Arboretum. The Universitys physical infrastructure is expanding with ongoing construction of the newly named John Tullock Business Building set to open in fall 2025. Groundbreaking is also planned for a new State Public Health Laboratory Building on campus alongside the recent acquisition of 16 parcels near campus known as University Village to provide affordable housing for graduate students and early career faculty.

Collaborating with world-renowned organizations the University fosters innovation through initiatives such as the Digital Wolf Pack partnership with Apple which ensures equitable access to technology for students providing new incoming freshman or transfer students with an iPad Air and accessories. Googles TechWise initiate is an 18-month program that fully supports undergraduate students in becoming entry-level software engineers by graduation.

In 2023 the U.S. Department of Commerces Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that Nevada led by the University of Nevada Reno was named one of the inaugural 31 RegionalTechnology and InnovationHubs (TechHubs).Nevada was selected from a competitive pool of 489 applicants from across the United States and its Tech Hub will strengthen Americas lithium batteries critical elements and other electric vehicle materials industry sectors within the state.

Through its commitment to high-impact education world-improving research and creative activity and outreach thats transforming Nevadas communities and businesses the University continues its 150-year tradition of benefitting our state nation and world.

The University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. The inclusive and engaged community on campus recognizes the added value that students faculty and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.

Today the University delivers on its original land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics facilities support engagement and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students cognitive growth and academic achievement all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education.

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