Ext Ag/4H Agent

NMSU; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University (NMSU) Cooperative Extension Service seeks an Extension Agriculture/4-H Agent to serve Doña Ana County. The agent will develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate Extension programs for youth and adults in agriculture, 4-H, and community engagement.

The role requires leading educational programs county-wide, collaborating with community organizations, supporting the County Fair, and training volunteers.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (in hand by hire date) required; at least one degree in Agriculture or related field.
• Or may be underfilled as 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.
• Must complete a master's degree within 5 years of hire date to continue employment.
• Promotion to assistant professor rank 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.
• Foster collaborations and participate in activities and on research teams that support the work of the Center of Excellence in Food and Sustainable Agriculture (CESFAS).
• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Volunteer management

Education

Master's degree in Agriculture or related field

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Department Contact:Tom Dean, 575-646-2584, [e-mail]

Internal or External Search:External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary:New Mexico State University (NMSU) Cooperative Extension Service is seeking an Extension Agriculture/4-H Agent to serve Doña Ana County. This position provides educational programming and technical assistance to youth, agricultural producers, families, and community members in the areas of agriculture, 4-H youth development, and community engagement.
The successful candidate will develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate Extension educational programs based on the needs of the local community.

Position Details

PositionTitle: Ext Ag/4H Agent

College/Division: Cooperative Extension Service

Department: 313150-ADMIN PRGM DONA ANA CTY

Location: NMSU satellite location

Offsite Location (if applicable): Dona Ana County

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications.

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:1.0

FLSA Status:Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement:This is NOT a bargaining unit position with the National Education Association (NEA).

Contingent Upon Funding:Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule:Shift: Other Shift

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:May work on weekends and evenings

Job Duties and Responsibilities: ** THIS IS A NON-TENURE TRACK POSITION ** *** POSITION IS PHYSICALLY LOCATED IN DONA ANA COUNTY, NM ***

Successful candidate will:

• 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.
• Foster collaborations and participate in activities and on research teams that support the work of the Center of Excellence in Food and Sustainable Agriculture (CESFAS).
• 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.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:
Master's degree (in hand by hire date) required. At least one degree must be in Agriculture or a related field. Or 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.

Special Certification/Licensure:
Must live in the county where employed and willing to work odd hours as needed. Personal auto required: reimbursed at IRS rates per mile. Valid driver's license required.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment:Work is normally performed indoors.

Physical Effort:Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

Lifting Requirements:Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Risk:Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.