County Agriculture & 4-H Extension Leader

New Mexico State University; New Mexico; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University’s Cooperative Extension Service seeks an Ext Ag/4-H Agent to lead and deliver agriculture, 4-H, and youth development programs across Catron County from a NMSU satellite location in Catron County, NM.

The role requires a Master's degree (in hand by hire date) with Agriculture as a core field, plus commitment to completing the degree within 5 years. Travel and weekend/evening work may be required, with a salary commensurate with qualifications.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (in hand by hire date) required.
• At least one degree must be in Agriculture or a related field.
• May be underfilled as an Extension Associate I (Entry $52,000) commensurate with qualifications.
• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field with a cumulative 2.5 GPA or higher required.
• Must complete a master's degree within 5 years of hire date to continue employment.
• Promotion to assistant professor rank will be based on performance and Dean's approval.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to Extension educational programs for adults and youth including 4-H and youth, special interest groups, adult and youth leaders and the public throughout the county as the job requires.
• Collaborate with youth serving community organizations and agencies to help further Extension 4-H Youth Development programs.
• Support annual County Fair efforts. Recruit, train and support volunteer adult and youth leaders.
• Team with other Extension Agents in the county and district and with State Specialists, District Department Head and Administrators in planning and implementing total Extension programs.
• Maintain a favorable public image and gain acceptance for self, Extension and New Mexico State University among the county citizens.
• Administratively responsible to the County Program Director and through him/her to the Southern District Department Head.
• Provide timely reports as required.
• Promote CES programs within the district to meet the LEADS 2025 goals prioritizing the program expansion to non-traditional demographics.
• The Extension 4-H/Ag Agent is responsible to travel county wide via personal vehicle to execute educational programming to the stakeholders of New Mexico.

Education

Master's degree in Agriculture or related field

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field

Job description

New Mexico State University’s Cooperative Extension Service seeks an Ext Ag/4-H Agent to lead and deliver agriculture, 4-H, and youth development programs across Catron County from a NMSU satellite location in Catron County, NM.

The role requires a Master's degree (in hand by hire date) with Agriculture as a core field, plus commitment to completing the degree within 5 years. Travel and weekend/evening work may be required, with a salary commensurate with qualifications.