Student Worker - 4-H Program Assistant, Washoe County 4-H YDP

Location: Extension, Washoe - University of Nevada, Reno, United States of America

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Job Description

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.

Responsibilities

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

What You'll Gain

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

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

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.

Schedule

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

Compensation Grade

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.

Search Contact

Bethany Steiner, Hiring Manager, [email protected]

Exempt

No

Full-Time Equivalent

62.5%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note that once you submit your application, the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at [email protected].

Attach the following attachment(s) to your application

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

Fall 2026 Class Availability Schedule -- (required)

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

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