Community Based Instructor 3 Douglas County Extension (Gardnerville, NV)

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The University of Nevada Reno Extension is seeking a dynamic community-focused Community Based Instructor 3 (CBI 3) to join our Douglas County team. This position plays a key role in delivering high-quality educational programming that supports youth development through 4-H while also expanding into adult and community-based education in response to evolving local needs.

As Douglas Countys demographics shift and community requests increase in areas such as workforce development mental health education and other adult-focused programs this role offers an exciting opportunity to work across multiple program areas build strong community partnerships and make a meaningful impact across the lifespan.

This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about education enjoys working with diverse audiences and thrives in a role that blends youth programming community outreach and direct instruction.

What Youll Do

The Community Based Instructor 3 provides direct education outreach and program support across multiple Extension program areas with a primary focus on youth development and 4-H programming.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering 4-H youth development programs through clubs schools camps afterschool programs and special interest programs

• Supporting and training volunteers in curriculum delivery program expectations and youth development best practices

• Providing direct education to adults and community members in areas such as workforce readiness mental health education health and wellness and other identified community needs

• Building and maintaining partnerships with schools agencies nonprofits and community organizations

• Promoting and recruiting for Extension programs through outreach events and community engagement

• Collecting and reporting program data (attendance evaluations outcomes) in alignment with university state and federal guidelines

• Preparing instructional materials and coordinating program logistics including supplies room set-up and site coordination

• Representing Extension in the community through meetings events and collaborative initiatives

• Participating in professional development and supporting special projects and countywide initiatives as needed

Required Qualifications

• This position requires graduation from high school or equivalent education and three (3) 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 candidates to complete a fingerprinting/background check.

A valid Class C drivers license or higher operators license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with youth programs (4-H afterschool camps mentoring etc.)

• Experience delivering adult education workforce development or community-based programming

• Experience providing instruction training or educational programming to youth and/or adults

• Strong communication organization and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in community settings

• Candidates with experience working with supervising and/or training volunteers are encouraged to apply.

• Candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish are encouraged to apply.

Schedule

Variable work schedule with nights and weekends as necessary for program implementation travel etc. Regular in-county travel and occasional out-of-county travel.

Compensation Grade

Grade 27 (Entry Step 01 $22.35/hr)

In classified service salary is in Grade and Step. The Step is determined based on the Nevada Administrative Code. Salary placement above a Step 01 at initial appointment is determined based on the recruitment the candidates qualifications internal equity and budgets. A request to accelerate salary must be approved by Human Resources and abide by the Nevada Administrative Code.

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The Perks of PERS

Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire. For information on contribution rates please visit: NV PERS Contribution Rates

Im so thankful that I followed the path that lead me to a PERS retirement. I was able to retire at age 60 with a paycheck close to my full salary. I watched the solid performance of PERS funds for 25 years. Even in times of a poor economy PERS kept it together! Im completely secure and confident that my retirement will always be there for me. Robin F.

• Rich retirement plan - Retirement Calculator

Perks of Working at UNR

• Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance

• Life insurance generous annual and sick leave - Classified Benefits

• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through lifes difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.

• Staff Employees Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate. SEC

Grants-in-aid for Classified Employees

The University encourages employees to pursue training and educational opportunities available to them through the Nevada System of Higher Education institutions. Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related. Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit

Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

The University offers this program for spouses domestic partners and dependents of Classified employees (working at least 50%). The Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program may be used for undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses. Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

About UNR Extension

UNR Extension is a land-grant institution dedicated to bringing research-based knowledge to Nevada communities. Our programs support youth development health and wellness agriculture community development and lifelong Douglas County we are committed to meeting the changing needs of our community through responsive inclusive and impactful programming.

Search Contacts

Keyna Vandervort Hiring Manager

Lindsey Barnes Search Coordinator

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This posting is open until filled

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Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

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About Us

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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