University of Nevada, RenoThe 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 (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu.Job Description The Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology (NBMG) at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking applications for a Development Technician 2. This position does not provide layoff rights and is contingent upon funding. The position will be responsible for field operations in the MAGNET GPS Network that occupies western Nevada, eastern California, and adjacent states. The work includes performing field surveys of GPS stations including moving, setting up and retrieving instruments, downloading data, ensuring accuracy of record keeping and assisting with training students on setting up and deploying new instruments. In addition to field operations, the position will be responsible for maintaining GPS Network instrumentation and equipment by purchasing supplies as needed, performing research to obtain the best materials based on technical needs and cost; file appropriate administrative documents; keep project machinery (e.g. drills, receivers, solar power systems, etc.) in good working order; and keeping the Nevada Geodetic Laboratory spaces organized, clean and secure. Field operations involve travel to and independent problem solving in remote locations throughout the western Great Basin. The holder of this position will also assist multiple NBMG faculty with their externally funded research projects which involves coordinating and scheduling activities with principal investigators. These projects may include work assisting with warehouse physical sample transport and organization in NBMG offices, field locations, or the Great Basin Science Sample and Records Library. This will include operation of warehouse machinery such as order pickers and pallet jacks. The holder of this position will also maintain the department vehicle pool by coordinating with NBMG administrative staff to ascertain status of maintenance needs approximately monthly.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field and one (1) year of experience in the fabrication, maintenance, calibration, repair and modification of a variety of electrical, mechanical and/or computerized equipment and computer systems; ORAssociate's degree from an accredited college or university in electronics or related field and two (2) years of experience in the fabrication, maintenance, calibration, repair and modification of a variety of electrical, mechanical and/or computerized equipment and computer systems; ORAn equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. This position requires driving; a driver's license is a condition of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Applicants who have experience and comfort independently navigating and operating a four-wheel drive vehicle in remote locations are preferred. Lifting and carrying boxes up to 50 pounds is required at times.
Schedule:
The typical work schedule is 40 hours. However, hours may be variable during weekdays when travel for field operations is required, possibly occasionally with some late evenings. Some days may be 10-hour shifts but work hours do not exceed 40 hours per week; during the times when field work travel occurs the schedule is flexible; this is subject to change based on organizational needs. Travel for field operations is generally less than 4 days per month, but can be more in summer, less in winter. Compensation Grade 33 (Entry, Step 01) In classified service, salary is in Grade and Step. The Step is determined based on the Nevada Administrative Code. Salary placement above a Step 01 at initial appointment is determined based on the recruitment, the candidate's qualifications, internal equity and budgets. A request to accelerate salary must be approved by Human Resources and abide by the Nevada Administrative Code. The Perks of PERSEmployees are enrolled in The Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire. For information on contribution rates, please visit: NV PERS Contribution RatesRich retirement plan - Retirement Calculator Perks of Working at UNRHealth insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave - Classified BenefitsE. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues. Staff Employees' Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate. SECGrants-in-aid for Classified Employees 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 Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program 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 Contact Information Beth Jacobsen at 775-682-8787 or jacobsenb@unr.eduExempt No Full-Time Equivalent 100.0%Required Attachment(s) Please note, 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 jobs@unr.edu.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 – (optional) Contact Information for Three Supervisory References – (required) Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position. Transcripts – (optional) If you have not graduated, please attach your transcripts to receive education credit for classes you have taken. Credit is given for classes relevant to the position. Veteran Interview Consideration – (optional) – To receive interview consideration for veterans and veterans with a service-connected disability, proof is required at the time of application. Please attach proof electronically to your application under the Veteran Document(s) section. (Examples of acceptable documents include DD-214, disability letter from Veteran's Administration, etc).Posting Close TimeThis posting will close at 12:00 am on the date listed below. The posting will no longer be available to apply to after 11:59 pm the day prior. Posting Close Date 10/8/2026 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
