CES County Program Assistant

NMSU; Clayton (NM); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service is looking for a County Program Assistant to support educational programs in Union County. The role involves planning, delivering extension programs in 4-H, Family & Consumer Sciences, and Agriculture, and helping with fairs, events, and school enrichment.

The position includes preparing presentations, maintaining records, and entering enrollments in 4-H Plus software, with standard clerical duties and public-facing information duties.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering 4-H, Family & Consumer Sciences or agriculture programs.
• Strong communication and public engagement skills.
• Ability to plan events, prepare materials and present to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in clerical tasks and record-keeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide programs in areas of 4-H, Family & Consumer Sciences and Agriculture under county agent direction.
• Assist with County Fairs, local programs, events and school enrichment.
• Plan and deliver PowerPoint presentations and educational programs for youth and adults.
• Keep records and write reports of planned and completed work; enter enrollment in 4-H Plus.
• Answer phones, greet the public with information about extension programs.
• Sort mail, type routine letters and labels; file correspondence and reports.
• Maintain clerical records, logs and data; compile routine reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

4-H program delivery

Public speaking

Event coordination

Office administration

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma or higher degree

Tools

4-H Plus

Job description

Department Contact: Patrick Kircher, 575-762-1052, [e-mail],

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service is seeking a motivated and community-focused County Program Assistant to support educational programs and outreach efforts in Union County. This position will assist with planning, coordinating, and delivering Extension programs that address local community needs, provide educational resources, and promote positive outcomes for youth, families, agriculture, and community members

Position Details

PositionTitle: CES County Program Assistant

College/Division: Cooperative Extension Service

Department: 310850-ADMIN AND PGM SUPP UNIT UNION CNTY

Location: NMSU satellite location

Offsite Location (if applicable): Clayton, NM

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $16.83

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Provide programs, under direction of county extension agent, in the areas of 4-H, Family & Consumer Sciences and Agriculture. Assist extension agents at County Fairs, local programs and events and school enrichment. Plan, prepare PowerPoint presentations, and deliver educational programs to youth and adults. Keeps records and writes reports of work planned and completed. Enter enrollment and conference registration into the 4-H Plus software program. Answer telephone and greet public giving general information regarding all extension programs. Sort and distribute incoming mail. Type routine letters, labels, and similar items from rough draft or clear copy. File correspondence, memoranda, reports and other materials. Maintain routine clerical records, logs and data and compile routine reports. Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:
High School diploma or higher degree.

Equivalent Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Special Certification/Licensure:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.