Job Description
Announcement Number: 48807 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 0+/17/2026 Close Date: 10/01/2026 Recruiter:
PAULA MILES
Phone: (702)486-7+57
Email: [email protected] Applications accepted for another 10 Days 18 Hrs 4+ Mins
The Position
Employment Security Division Appeals Referees conduct fair and impartial quasi-judicial hearings and make decisions related to unemployment insurance benefits, experience rating rulings and employer tax liability cases.
Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training.
ESD Appeals Referees conduct quasi-judicial administrative hearings, in a fair and impartial manner, statewide, to ensure all parties are afforded due process. These contested cases are from claimants, employers, and other interested parties, who are appealing any action taken by the Department. The Appeals Referee rules on motions and on admissibility of oral and documentary evidence; elicits and records testimony; weighs the validity of issues presented at hearings; prepares finding of facts, conclusions of law, order; issues subpoenas as required; and issues written decisions within the required state and federal deadlines. The incumbent must operate at a high level, including organizational time management, and verbal and written communication skills. The ideal candidate must have the ability to interpret, apply, and research, state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes, and be able to analyze legal, medical, financial, including tax documents, along with other records and statements. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in legal reasoning and writing. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-12_0/
To Qualify
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Qualifications
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, social science, English or related field and two years of professional experience in an unemployment insurance program, administrative hearings office, or local court jurisdiction which included making determinations or adjudicating issues through interpretation and application of federal and State laws, regulations and procedures; analysis of policy, precedents and current circumstances; and writing concise, logical, grammatically correct, and understandable decisions or technical documentation; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Current certification as a paralegal or graduation from an accredited school of law may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Special Requirements A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for fingerprinting. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
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Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management
Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 8+701-4204
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Qualifications
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, special education, human growth and development, psychology, counseling, social work or a closely related field and two years of professional experience providing developmental, special education, intervention, treatment-oriented, child/adult care, and/or instructional guidance services for individuals who have or may be at risk for developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or related conditions; OR one year of experience as a Developmental Specialist II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education at or above a Bachelor's degree and experience as described above
Special Requirements Some positions must obtain an endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education issued by the Nevada Department of Education or a comparable certification issued by the Nevada Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C office within three years of appointment to this series or a comparable certification
(This license requirement applies only to those positions directly involved with children from birth to eight years of age with developmental delays.)
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Benefits
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
Responsibilities
Developmental Specialists provide individual and group clinical, developmental and support services for individuals of all ages who have, or who may be at risk for, developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or related conditions, and social, emotional, and/or behavioral disorders
Under direction, incumbents perform a broad range of duties described in the series concept and may assist in program planning by developing goals and objectives, conducting needs assessments, and collecting and reporting information about the program
Developmental Specialists can be assigned to a variety of specialized programs and facilities
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Job description
Announcement Number: 487+6 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 0+/12/2026 Recruiter:
ANA MARIA ORNELLAS
Phone: (775)684-0151
Email: [email protected] Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied
• Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position
Developmental Specialists provide individual and group clinical, developmental and support services for individuals of all ages who have, or who may be at risk for, developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or related conditions, and social, emotional, and/or behavioral disorders.
Under direction, incumbents perform a broad range of duties described in the series concept and may assist in program planning by developing goals and objectives, conducting needs assessments, and collecting and reporting information about the program. This is the journey level in the series. The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is currently recruiting for full-time Developmental Specialist 3 in Las Vegas, Nevada. This recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur in the following programs: Autism Treatment Assistant Program (ATAP), Nevada Early Intervention Services (NEIS), Desert Regional Center - Community (DRC) and Desert Regional Center - Intermediate Care Facility (DRC-ICF).
Incumbents create and implement programs, treatment and service plans, provide direct services and case management, develop financial and community resources, and educate, inform, and assist family members, other agencies, and service providers about human growth and development. Developmental Specialists can be assigned to a variety of specialized programs and facilities. Their duties may take place in the home, clinic, hospital, residential, outpatient, and community settings, among others. ADSD provides an atmosphere of innovative thinking, teamwork, friendly co-workers, and positive work settings. We are committed to fostering an environment of both inclusiveness and diversity within our workforce. The mission of ADSD is to provide leadership and advocacy in the planning, development, and delivery of high quality, comprehensive support service system across the lifespan to allow all of Nevada's elders, children and adults with disabilities or special health care needs, to live independent, meaningful, and dignified lives to the greatest extent possible. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-10_0/
To Qualify
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Qualifications
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, special education, human growth and development, psychology, counseling, social work or a closely related field and two years of professional experience providing developmental, special education, intervention, treatment-oriented, child/adult care, and/or instructional guidance services for individuals who have or may be at risk for developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or related conditions; OR one year of experience as a Developmental Specialist II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education at or above a Bachelor's degree and experience as described above. Special Requirements Some positions must obtain an endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education issued by the Nevada Department of Education or a comparable certification issued by the Nevada Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C office within three years of appointment to this series or a comparable certification. (This license requirement applies only to those positions directly involved with children from birth to eight years of age with developmental delays.) Some positions must meet federal guidelines for Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional designation at the time of appointment. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Some positions require a valid driver's license at time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here:
Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management
Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 8+701-4204
PAULA MILES
Phone: (702)486-7+57
Email: [email protected] Applications accepted for another 10 Days 18 Hrs 4+ Mins
The Position
Employment Security Division Appeals Referees conduct fair and impartial quasi-judicial hearings and make decisions related to unemployment insurance benefits, experience rating rulings and employer tax liability cases.
Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training.
ESD Appeals Referees conduct quasi-judicial administrative hearings, in a fair and impartial manner, statewide, to ensure all parties are afforded due process. These contested cases are from claimants, employers, and other interested parties, who are appealing any action taken by the Department. The Appeals Referee rules on motions and on admissibility of oral and documentary evidence; elicits and records testimony; weighs the validity of issues presented at hearings; prepares finding of facts, conclusions of law, order; issues subpoenas as required; and issues written decisions within the required state and federal deadlines. The incumbent must operate at a high level, including organizational time management, and verbal and written communication skills. The ideal candidate must have the ability to interpret, apply, and research, state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes, and be able to analyze legal, medical, financial, including tax documents, along with other records and statements. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in legal reasoning and writing. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-12_0/
To Qualify
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Qualifications
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, social science, English or related field and two years of professional experience in an unemployment insurance program, administrative hearings office, or local court jurisdiction which included making determinations or adjudicating issues through interpretation and application of federal and State laws, regulations and procedures; analysis of policy, precedents and current circumstances; and writing concise, logical, grammatically correct, and understandable decisions or technical documentation; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Current certification as a paralegal or graduation from an accredited school of law may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Special Requirements A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for fingerprinting. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here:
Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management
Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 8+701-4204
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DEVELOPMENTAL SPECIALIST 3
State of Nevada, Division of Human Resource Management • Indian Springs, NV, United States • via LinkedIn
22 hours ago
Full–time
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Qualifications
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, special education, human growth and development, psychology, counseling, social work or a closely related field and two years of professional experience providing developmental, special education, intervention, treatment-oriented, child/adult care, and/or instructional guidance services for individuals who have or may be at risk for developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or related conditions; OR one year of experience as a Developmental Specialist II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education at or above a Bachelor's degree and experience as described above
Special Requirements Some positions must obtain an endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education issued by the Nevada Department of Education or a comparable certification issued by the Nevada Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C office within three years of appointment to this series or a comparable certification
(This license requirement applies only to those positions directly involved with children from birth to eight years of age with developmental delays.)
4 more items(s)
Benefits
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
Responsibilities
Developmental Specialists provide individual and group clinical, developmental and support services for individuals of all ages who have, or who may be at risk for, developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or related conditions, and social, emotional, and/or behavioral disorders
Under direction, incumbents perform a broad range of duties described in the series concept and may assist in program planning by developing goals and objectives, conducting needs assessments, and collecting and reporting information about the program
Developmental Specialists can be assigned to a variety of specialized programs and facilities
1 more items(s)
More job highlights
Job description
Announcement Number: 487+6 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 0+/12/2026 Recruiter:
ANA MARIA ORNELLAS
Phone: (775)684-0151
Email: [email protected] Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied
• Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position
Developmental Specialists provide individual and group clinical, developmental and support services for individuals of all ages who have, or who may be at risk for, developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or related conditions, and social, emotional, and/or behavioral disorders.
Under direction, incumbents perform a broad range of duties described in the series concept and may assist in program planning by developing goals and objectives, conducting needs assessments, and collecting and reporting information about the program. This is the journey level in the series. The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is currently recruiting for full-time Developmental Specialist 3 in Las Vegas, Nevada. This recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur in the following programs: Autism Treatment Assistant Program (ATAP), Nevada Early Intervention Services (NEIS), Desert Regional Center - Community (DRC) and Desert Regional Center - Intermediate Care Facility (DRC-ICF).
Incumbents create and implement programs, treatment and service plans, provide direct services and case management, develop financial and community resources, and educate, inform, and assist family members, other agencies, and service providers about human growth and development. Developmental Specialists can be assigned to a variety of specialized programs and facilities. Their duties may take place in the home, clinic, hospital, residential, outpatient, and community settings, among others. ADSD provides an atmosphere of innovative thinking, teamwork, friendly co-workers, and positive work settings. We are committed to fostering an environment of both inclusiveness and diversity within our workforce. The mission of ADSD is to provide leadership and advocacy in the planning, development, and delivery of high quality, comprehensive support service system across the lifespan to allow all of Nevada's elders, children and adults with disabilities or special health care needs, to live independent, meaningful, and dignified lives to the greatest extent possible. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-10_0/
To Qualify
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Qualifications
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, special education, human growth and development, psychology, counseling, social work or a closely related field and two years of professional experience providing developmental, special education, intervention, treatment-oriented, child/adult care, and/or instructional guidance services for individuals who have or may be at risk for developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or related conditions; OR one year of experience as a Developmental Specialist II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education at or above a Bachelor's degree and experience as described above. Special Requirements Some positions must obtain an endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education issued by the Nevada Department of Education or a comparable certification issued by the Nevada Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C office within three years of appointment to this series or a comparable certification. (This license requirement applies only to those positions directly involved with children from birth to eight years of age with developmental delays.) Some positions must meet federal guidelines for Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional designation at the time of appointment. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Some positions require a valid driver's license at time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here:
Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management
Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 8+701-4204
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The DEVELOPMENTAL SPECIALIST 3 position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Indian Springs offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.
