Temporary Hourly - Educator, Washoe County 4-H Youth Development Program

University of Nevada, Reno; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Nevada, Reno Extension seeks aTemporary Hourly Educator to support Washoe County 4-H Youth Development. The role focuses on recruiting volunteers, coordinating programs, and delivering high-quality youth experiences across Washoe County.

Strong customer service and collaboration with schools and partners are essential. Responsibilities include training volunteers, planning events, managing supplies, and tracking outcomes.

Qualifications

• One year of experience working with youth, volunteers, educational programs, community organizations, customer service, or a related field.
• Experience using computers and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, mentor, and support 4-H volunteers and community partners.
• Develop innovative strategies to engage youth in 4-H programs offered during school, after school, and throughout the community.
• Coordinate, plan, and support youth activities, educational events, workshops, and special programs.
• Assist with curriculum implementation and continuous program improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with Extension faculty and staff, school personnel, community organizations, and local partners to achieve program goals.
• Track participation data, monitor program outcomes, assist with evaluations, and prepare reports.
• Maintain and organize program materials, educational supplies, and inventories.
• Provide excellent customer service to youth, families, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
• Support the mission and values of Nevada 4-H and University of Nevada, Reno Extension.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at [phone] or [e-mail].

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno Extension is seeking an enthusiastic and community-minded Temporary Hourly Educator to support the Washoe County 4-H Youth Development Program. This position plays an important role in expanding positive youth development opportunities by engaging volunteers, coordinating educational programs, supporting events, and helping deliver high-quality experiences for youth throughout Washoe County. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about youth development, volunteer engagement, education, community programming, and making a positive impact in the lives of young people.

About Nevada 4-H

Nevada 4-H is the youth development program of University of Nevada, Reno Extension. Through hands‑on learning experiences, leadership development, civic engagement, and community involvement, 4-H empowers young people to reach their full potential while building skills for college, career, and life.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, mentor, and support 4-H volunteers and community partners.
• Develop innovative strategies to engage youth in 4-H programs offered during school, after school, and throughout the community.
• Coordinate, plan, and support youth activities, educational events, workshops, and special programs.
• Assist with curriculum implementation and continuous program improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with Extension faculty and staff, school personnel, community organizations, and local partners to achieve program goals.
• Track participation data, monitor program outcomes, assist with evaluations, and prepare reports.
• Maintain and organize program materials, educational supplies, and inventories.
• Provide excellent customer service to youth, families, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
• Support the mission and values of Nevada 4-H and University of Nevada, Reno Extension.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of experience working with youth, volunteers, educational programs, community organizations, customer service, or a related field
• Experience using computers and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required to support youth programs, volunteer trainings, and community events

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with youth, educational programs, camps, after‑school programs, or community‑based organizations.
• Experience recruiting, training, or coordinating volunteers.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of audiences, including youth, families, volunteers, and community partners.
• Experience planning events, educational activities, or community programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and data tracking systems.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.

Compensation and Working Conditions

This position is scheduled to work approximately 20-25 hours per week. Work schedule varies based on program needs and include evening and weekend work to support youth programs, volunteer training, and community events. Local travel throughout Washoe County is required. Compensation Temp Hourly, Education - $20.00/hour ExemptNo Full-Time Equivalent62.5%

Attachment(s)

• 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 -- (required)
• Contact Information for Three Professional References -- (required) Please include name, contact information, and relationship

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.

Posting Close Date

The 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.

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 Nevada’s original land‑grant university, the University serves more than 23,000 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 $1billion has been has invested in advanced labs, facilities, and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevada’s 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 University’s 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. Google’s 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 Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that Nevada – led by the University of Nevada, Reno – was named one of the inaugural 31 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (TechHubs). Nevada was selected from a competitive pool of 489 applicants from across the United States and its territories. Nevada’s Tech Hub will strengthen America’s 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 that’s transforming Nevada’s 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. For more information, please visit the University’s website. University of Nevada, Reno The University of Nevada, Reno is the state of Nevada’s leading public research university. Founded in 1874 as Nevada’s original land‑grant university, the University serves more than 24,000 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 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 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the NewYorkTimes’ “Top Colleges for Economic Diversity.” Since 2009, nearly $1billion has been invested in advanced labs, facilities and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevada’s first medical school – the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine and the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe in Incline Village, Nevada, 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, the Nevada Small Business Development Center, the Nevada Seismological Laboratory and Wolf Pack Athletics. The main campus is in Reno, Nevada, a growing technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown. Founded where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe, the University’s beautiful, 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada state arboretum. The University’s physical infrastructure continues to expand, with the opening of the John Tulloch Business Building as well as the completion of a new state public health laboratory with groundbreaking for a life sciences building scheduled for 2027. The University has also invested in affordable housing for faculty and staff with its University Village, a series of fully renovated housing parcels located near campus. Collaborating with world‑renowned organizations, the University fosters innovation through initiatives such as the Digital Wolf Pack partnership with Apple and Microsoft, which ensures equitable access to technology for students, providing new incoming freshman or transfer students with a new devices and accessories. Through its commitment to high‑impact education, world‑improving research and creative activity, and outreach that’s transforming Nevada’s communities and businesses, the University continues its 150‑year tradition of benefitting our state, nation and world. Just one example is how the University is leading the way in the nation’s effort to develop new, clean energy sources that will power the country’s future through its selection as one of the inaugural 31 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (TechHubs) through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration. Nevada’s Tech Hub strengthens America’s lithium batteries, critical elements and other electric vehicle materials industry sectors within the state. 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. For more information, please visit the University’s website.

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Center for Civil Rights & Equal Access

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