Extension Agriculture & 4-H Agent – Doña Ana County

New Mexico State University; New Mexico; On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service seeks an Extension Agriculture/4-H Agent to serve Doña Ana County. The role delivers education and technical assistance to youth, producers, families, and communities in agriculture, 4-H youth development, and community engagement.

The successful candidate will develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate Extension programs tailored to local needs and impact the LEADS 2025 goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Agriculture or related field; degree in hand by hire date.
• May be underfilled as Extension Associate I (Entry) with commensurate qualifications.
• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field with a 2.5 GPA or higher.
• Must complete a master's degree within 5 years of hire to continue employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to Extension programs for adults and youth, including 4-H and community groups.
• Collaborate with youth-serving organizations to advance 4-H Youth Development programs.
• Support County Fair efforts; recruit and train volunteer leaders.
• Work with county/district/state staff to plan and implement total Extension programs.
• Promote CES programs to meet LEADS 2025 goals and engage non-traditional demographics.
• Travel county-wide to deliver educational programming using a personal vehicle.

Skills

Leadership

Program coordination

Community outreach

Public speaking

Education

Master's degree in Agriculture or related field

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field

Job description

New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service seeks an Extension Agriculture/4-H Agent to serve Doña Ana County. The role delivers education and technical assistance to youth, producers, families, and communities in agriculture, 4-H youth development, and community engagement.

The successful candidate will develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate Extension programs tailored to local needs and impact the LEADS 2025 goals.