POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY
ALL INFORMATION MUST BE PROVIDED. INCOMPLETE FORMS WILL BE RETURNED TO DEPARTMENT.
QUESTIONS? CALL UNR Faculty Human Resources at 784-6082 x250.
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INSTRUCTIONS: PDQ and Org Chart must be sent to marshag@unr.edu for initial review BEFORE routing.
1. Complete form, sign, and submit to immediate supervisor;
2. Supervisor (chair/director/dean)– review, approve, sign, forward to vice president or vice provost;
3. Pres/Vice Pres/Vice Prov - approve, sign, forward to Placement Committee (c/o UNR HR, M/S 238);
4. Placement Committee recommends administrative salary range and title & forwards to Provost.
5. Approval letters are then sent from HR with final stamped PDQ to Vice President, Dean or Director and
supervisor for PAF/Terms preparation.
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Incumbents’ Name (if applicable):
Position #:
Current Title:
Current Range:
Department: Western Area Reno
College/Division: Cooperative Extension
Action Proposed: (check all that apply)
( X ) New position : Proposed Range:
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Proposed Title: Project Director, Statewide Indoor Radon Education Program
( ) Title Change, Proposed Title:
( ) Proposed Reassignment from Range
to Range
( ) Revised PDQ only (no change in range or title)
I certify that the statements in this description are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
Employee’s Signature
Date
I/we have reviewed the statements in this form and they accurately reflect the job assignments.
Immediate Supervisor’s Signature
Frank Flavin
Area Director, Western Area Ext
Director/Chair/Dean Karen Hinton
Dean, Cooperative Extension
Approved for Salary Placement Committee review.
9/20/07
Date
Date
Pres / Vice Pres / Vice Prov Signature Jannet Vreeland
Date
Interim Executive Vice President and Provost
Action Approved by the President (Completed by Faculty HR):
Position #:
EEO Code:
CUPA Code:
Job Class Code:
Exempt: Yes or No
Range:
Effective Date:
Title Approved:
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Employee’s Signature (Sign & send to HR for personnel file after final approval) Date
Revised: 3 / 1 / 2006
Position Description – Project Director, Statewide Indoor Radon Education Program
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1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position and its role in the
university. Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division
which reflects the position in it as well as those supervised in the department. (This section is
used for advertisement of the position.)
The Project Director, Statewide Indoor Radon Education Program for the University of Nevada
Cooperative Extension (UNCE) is responsible for managing the radon education and awareness
program in the State of Nevada. The scope of the program includes overall project management of
the radon education programs offered and acting as the liaison with local, state, and federal agencies
engaged in radon research and mitigation activities. The position reports to the Area Director for the
Western Area Extension, Cooperative Extension, at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) .
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide
enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job (percentage
first with heading and then bulleted information from greatest to least percentage).
50% - Project Management
 Serve as project manager for the UNCE indoor radon education program which includes:
o Coordinating the activities of multiple academic faculty members
o Organizing and tracking data for multiple extreme risk homes and communities
o Conducting literature searches
 Conduct and schedule educational activities statewide to include:
o Conducting educational presentations to the public and civic and neighborhood groups
o Instituting an educational program to establish radon testing by families of newborn
infants
o Conducting 4-H youth club and school radon education programs
 Serve as public information and media relations coordinator for the radon project and schedule
educational activities statewide to include:
o Establishing, managing, and promoting a Nevada Radon Web Site
o Launching informational activities and public outreach
 Perform other general managerial and operational functions associated with the indoor radon
education program
30% - UNCE Radon Education Program Liaison
 Serve as liaison between UNCE and state, federal, and local agencies engaged in radon
research and radon mitigation activities
 Coordinate with public health and nonprofit organizations involved in cancer prevention
activities involving radon risk assessment and education; establish a program of radon testing
by oncology center patients while supplies last
 Coordinate contractors and vendors in educational materials by:
o Establishing educational programs for the construction industry to increase the use of
Radon Resistant New Construction
o Promoting testing and mitigations of existing homes through outreach education
o Providing mitigation education and advice for home owners
 Prepare and submit appropriate forms and project progress reports
20% - Human Resource Management and Training
 Supervise and manage student and part-time staff engaged in radon outreach activities
 Attend training meetings and workshops
Position Description – Project Director, Statewide Indoor Radon Education Program
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3. Describe the level of freedom to take action and make decisions with or without
supervision and how the results of the work performed impact the department, division and/or
the university as a whole.
This position functions under the general oversight of the Area Director and must exercise discretion
and judgment when making decisions. The incumbent works independently to manage the
educational activities required under the existing indoor radon grant and any further funding which is
secured for this outreach program. The impact of this program is that it educate individuals in radon to
impact the saving of lives. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States.
Radon-induced lung cancer kills more people annually than drunk drivers and exceeds the death toll
of breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and prostate cancer combined. Despite this the public is largely
unaware of the risk of radon exposure. A well-managed indoor radon education program can
significantly reduce the risk factor and save lives. If the responsibilities of this position are effectively
discharged, the University and UNCE will have achieved increased credibility.
4. Describe the knowledge, skills (to include cognitive requirement and verbal and written
communication), and abilities (to include task complexity, problem solving, creativity &
innovation) essential to successful performance of this job (in bullet format).
Knowledge of:
 Marketing and public relations
 Purchasing and grant/contract administration procedures
 Federal, State, and Local radon regulations, research, and education programs
 Radon test procedures and mitigation measures
 Project administration
 Educational program design, development, management, and delivery
 Teaching/instruction methodology
Skills:
 Excellent oral and written communication skills to include public speaking and presentations to
a wide variety of audiences
 Excellent interpersonal and human relations skills on a one-to-one and group basis
 Event planning - seminars, conferences, workshops, meetings, and/or group presentations
 Human resources supervision/management
 Proficiency in use of a personal computer and current software applications including but not
limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and email)
 Database management
 Web site development and maintenance
Ability to:
 Engage agencies and individuals in a collaborative effort
 Formulate and implement project promotion and implementation
 Be flexible and work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and
independent judgment
 Utilize computers and software to prepare reports and educational materials
 Manage staff and work as a team leader
 Present information to diverse audiences
 Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
 Travel as needed
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5. Describe the type of personal contacts encountered in performing the duties of the job.
Explain the nature and purpose of these contacts: i.e., to provide services, to resolve
problems, to negotiate.
External Contacts:
 To collaborate and coordinate with the Radiation Control Specialist of the Bureau of Health
Protection Services of the Nevada Department of Health
 To collaborate and coordinate with county air quality specialists throughout the state
 To gain support and collaboration from nonprofit groups such as the American Lung Cancer
Association
 To negotiate with public and private sector individuals and groups to distribute educational
materials
 To resolve scope of work issues with local and regional news representatives
 To report on program accomplishments at agency meetings
 To promote the radon education program to media representatives, agency personnel, and the
public
6. Indicate the minimum qualifications which are necessary in filling this position should it
become vacant. Please keep in mind the duties/responsibilities of the position rather than the
qualifications of the incumbent.
a.
Minimum educational level, including appropriate field, if any.
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution
b.
Minimum type and amount of work experience, in addition to the above required
education necessary for a person entering this position.
Bachelor’s Degree and two years of professional experience in marketing, business
management, public administration, training, education or related field
Preferred: Certificate in Radon Testing or Mitigation
c.
Indicate any license or certificate required for this position.
In order to drive a State vehicle, individual must have a valid Nevada State Driver’s
License or the ability to obtain one within required time period