Job Description

Are you passionate about advancing sustainable water use in agriculture and rural communities? Do you thrive in collaborative, community-engaged work that blends education, applied research, and impact-driven solutions? The University of Nevada, Reno Extension invites applications for a Statewide Agriculture and Small Acreage Water Specialist, a full-time academic faculty position.

Based in the beautiful Carson Valley, this position will play a vital role in addressing complex water management challenges throughout Nevada. The successful candidate will work extensively with farmers, small acreage owners, water districts, government agencies, non-profits, and other community stakeholders to promote sustainable and resilient water use practices across the state—particularly in agricultural and small acreage settings.

This position is responsible for developing a nationally recognized Extension education and applied research program focused on agricultural water management, water resource stewardship, and climate-adaptive practices, including drought and flood mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

Educational Outreach: Design, deliver, and evaluate relevant and impactful educational programs such as workshops, seminars, and field demonstrations that address real-world water management concerns.

Community Collaboration: Engage with local communities to identify water-related challenges and co-develop research-based, practical solutions. Foster inclusive and culturally responsive programming that reflects the diversity of Nevada’s communities.

Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a statewide expert in water management and collaborate with Extension colleagues, faculty, and partners to advance sustainable practices.

Program Development & Funding: Secure and manage grants, gifts, and other resources to support the Extension and research program. Maintain accountability and stewardship of program budgets.

Scholarship & Creative Work: Produce peer-reviewed Extension publications, journal articles, conference presentations, and digital content to disseminate knowledge and extend the reach of your program.

Partnerships & Collaboration: Build strong, productive relationships across Extension, the University, and external agencies to maximize the impact of water-related programming.