Student Worker H Program Assistant, Washoe County -H YDP

University of Nevada, Reno

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Are you looking for an opportunity to gain professional experience while making a positive impact in your community? The Washoe County 4-H Youth Development Program is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable Student Worker to support educational programs that help young people build leadership, life, and workforce skills.

This position offers hands-on experience in youth development, program planning, event coordination, curriculum development, data management, and volunteer engagement. Working alongside Extension faculty, staff, and volunteers, the Student Worker will play an important role in supporting 4-H programs, events, and educational activities serving youth throughout Washoe County.

About Nevada 4-H

Nevada 4-H is the youth development program of University of Nevada, Reno Extension. Through hands-on learning experiences, leadership opportunities, community service, and project-based education, 4-H helps young people develop the skills needed to become confident, capable, and engaged citizens.

Students who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth while gaining meaningful professional experience are encouraged to apply.

• Assisting the 4-H team with the delivery of hands-on educational In-School, After School, and Out of School programming
• Organizing, tracking, and managing educational supplies and materials
• Assisting with program evaluation efforts, including surveys and reporting
• Supporting curriculum development and educational lesson preparation
• Supporting preparation and logistics for 4-H shows, fairs, exhibits, and special events
• Assisting with volunteer communications, training materials, and program support
• Providing general administrative and program support as assigned

This position provides valuable experience in:

• Youth development and educational programming
• Event planning and program coordination
• Curriculum development and delivery
• Volunteer engagement and community outreach
• Evaluation and data management
• Public service and Extension programming

• Currently enrolled as a student at the University of Nevada, Reno.
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications and learning new technology systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Ability to lift and carry program supplies and materials up to 25 pounds and assist with event setup and takedown.
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be able to pass a background check, to include fingerprinting

• Experience working with youth, volunteers, or community organizations.
• Interest in youth development, education, agriculture, leadership development, or Extension programming.
• Experience supporting events, workshops, fairs, camps, or educational programs.
• Experience with data entry, evaluation activities, inventory management, or administrative support.
• Familiarity with 4-H or other positive youth development programs.
• Bilingual proficiency is desirable.

• 20-25 hours per week
• Flexible schedule based on class commitments and program needs
• Primarily located at the Washoe County Extension Office
• Evening or weekend hours will be required to support special events and youth programs

• Student Worker 2
• $18.00/hour

Why Join Our Team?

This is more than a student job. It's an opportunity to gain real-world experience in youth development, education, event planning, volunteer engagement, and program administration while building your professional skills and network. Whether you're exploring careers in education, human development, agriculture, nonprofit management, communications, or public service, you'll have the chance to contribute to programs that make a difference in your community.

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