Extension Agriculture & 4-H Agent — Lead Youth & Community Programs

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

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.