Community Based Instructor -H Programs

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Job Description The University of Nevada, Extension’s 4-H Program is recruiting for a Community Based Instructor
3. This position is located in Las Vegas Nevada. This position does not provide layoff rights and is contingent upon funding. The Community-Based Instructor 3 builds community partnerships to establish 4-H clubs and implement positive youth development programming, with a focus on healthy living. The position engages youth ages 5–19, families, and volunteers through hands-on learning experiences. Responsibilities include coordinating and evaluating programs such as school enrichment, camps, fairs, special events, educator training, and teen leadership activities.

Additional duties include managing program logistics, maintaining online data systems, and supporting youth development in areas such as healthy living, STEM, agriculture, leadership, civic engagement, and environmental education.

Essential Qualifications 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; ORAn equivalent combination of education and experience as described aboveA valid driver’s license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.

This position requires candidates to complete a fingerprinting/background check.

Schedule This position requires working a variable schedule and travel within assigned locations; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Compensation Grade Grade 27

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 candidate’s 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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- Health Insurance Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave
- Classified Benefits Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.

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