NSHE Specialist 1 - Extended Studies

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The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for an NSHE Specialist 1 with Extended Studies. This position is ideal for an organized, service-focused professional who enjoys coordinating educational programs, supporting students and instructors, and building relationships with campus and community partners.

Extended Studies provides credit and non-credit educational opportunities designed to help learners build skills, advance their careers, and continue learning at every stage of life. Programs include professional development, gaming management, academic credit options, conferences, travel programs and more.

As part of the Extended Studies team, the NSHE Specialist 1 helps coordinate professional development programs and courses from planning through completion. Key responsibilities include:

• →Coordinate professional development courses, including scheduling, course setup, instructional materials and program logistics.
• →Provide responsive support to prospective and current students regarding programs, courses and certificate options.
• →Coordinate with instructors and support instructor recruitment, agreements, course materials and related administrative needs.
• →Assist with program budgets, course fees, expenses, payments and other financial activities.
• →Support outreach and marketing efforts and build relationships with University and community partners.
• →Collect program information and help identify opportunities to strengthen courses, services and processes.

The position works closely with students, instructors, University colleagues, vendors and external partners while managing multiple programs and priorities.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of relevant experience; OR
• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and three (3) years of program support experience equivalent to an Administrative Assistant III in Nevada state service which included applying complex laws and regulations, composing written materials and maintaining records; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Candidates with one or more of the following are encouraged to apply:

• Experience coordinating continuing education, professional development, workforce training, higher education, or other educational programs.
• Experience supporting adult learners, students, instructors, or program participants in a customer-focused environment.
• Experience managing multiple courses, programs, projects, or events simultaneously.
• Experience supporting program budgets, financial transactions, purchasing, or related fiscal activities.
• Experience with program outreach, marketing, participant recruitment, or relationship building with community or industry partners.
• Experience using student, registration, learning management, or other administrative information systems.

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 $1 billion 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.

A valid Class “C” driver’s license or higher operator’s license within 30 days of appointment.

The typical work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Some travel around the assigned area may be required.

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

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

Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno connects learners with high-quality credit and non-credit educational opportunities. Professional development courses and certificates help participants strengthen job skills and advance their careers, while additional programs expand educational opportunities for learners of different ages and backgrounds.

Learn more about Extended Studies.

If you enjoy connecting people with educational opportunities and bringing programs together behind the scenes, we encourage you to apply.

Hiring Manager: Dawna Snyder, dawnas@unr.edu

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