Program Coordinator for New Mexico Agriculture in the Classroom

New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health insurance

Vehicle

Cell phone

Flexible schedule

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Job summary

New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau is seeking a Program Coordinator to advance New Mexico Agriculture in the Classroom initiatives. You will collaborate with teachers, volunteers, and agricultural communities to promote education and member growth.

Responsibilities include creating workshops, presentations, and newsletters, traveling statewide, and reporting to the Foundation Board. A BA/BS in education or agriculture with strong writing and public speaking is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in K-12 education or agriculture; classroom experience preferred.
• Experience designing and evaluating K-12 curriculum.
• Proficient with email, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; familiar with report design.
• Excellent decision-making, time management, and project management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication; self-starter with organizational skills.
• Willing to travel, including air travel and overnights.
• Budget management and event coordination experience.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate NMAITC initiatives and resources with teachers, volunteers, the agricultural community, and NMF&LB members and staff.
• Understand and promote NMAITC and NMF&LB goals and objectives while providing support to help grow membership.
• Create and lead educational activities, workshops, and presentations for diverse audiences, including students, educators, volunteers, and NMF&LB members.
• Advocate for the NMAITC program and its goals by speaking in school settings and with various organizations.
• Assist in preparing newsletters and marketing materials that promote NMAITC, NMF&LB, and New Mexico agriculture to different audiences.
• Report biannually and as needed to the NMF&LB Foundation Board.
• Support the management and growth of the program’s social media initiatives, including updating the website.
• Communicate and cooperate with NMF&LB county leaders, members, staff, volunteers, teachers, students, and stakeholders.
• Be familiar with agriculture and comfortable with public speaking.
• Demonstrate good classroom management skills for students of all ages.
• Work independently and as part of a team; foster effective working relationships.
• Demonstrate time management by managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Use strong writing and editing skills to produce meaningful content with minimal supervision.
• Monitor and evaluate programs and ensure timely reporting.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the NMAITC Director or NMF&LB CEO.

Skills

Curriculum design

Public speaking

Time management

Event planning

Strong writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or agriculture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database software

Report design

Job description

Mission:

New Mexico Agriculture in the Classroom (NMAITC) is a non-profiteducational outreach program funded primarily by the New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau (NMF&LB) membership. The purpose of NMAITC is to educate the public, with an emphasis on K-12 students and educators, about the importance of agriculture.

Purpose of Position:

To support the goals and growth of the NM Farm & LivestockBureau and New Mexico Agriculture in the Classroom programming

Location:

Negotiable with statewide travel, preference for the Albuquerque area

Review Date:

Initial interviews taking place within 3 weeks of receiving applications

Position Close Date:

Open until filled

Benefits Include:

• 401K
• medical insurance including vision and dental
• company vehicle
• company credit card
• cell phone
• flexible work from home/office schedule
• vacation/sick leave

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate NMAITC initiatives and resources with teachers, volunteers, the agricultural community, and NMF&LB members and staff.
• Understand and promote NMAITC and NMF&LB goals and objectives while providing support to help grow membership.
• Create and lead educational activities, workshops, and presentations for diverse audiences, including students, educators, volunteers, and NMF&LB members.
• Advocate for the NMAITC program and its goals by speaking in school settings and with various organizations.
• Assist in preparing NMAITC newsletters and marketing materials that promote NMAITC, NMF&LB, and New Mexico agriculture to different audiences.
• Report biannually and as needed to the NMF&LB Foundation Board.
• Support the management and growth of the program’s social media initiatives, including updating and ensuring the accuracy of the information published on the organization’s website.
• Communicate and cooperate effectively with NMF&LB county leaders, members, staff, volunteers, teachers, students, and stakeholders.
• Be familiar with agriculture and comfortable with public speaking.
• Demonstrate good classroom management skills for students of all ages.
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, fostering effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate excellent time management by managing multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines, and completing tasks successfully.
• Use strong writing, editing, and public speaking skills to produce meaningful content with minimal supervision.
• Monitor and evaluate programs by tracking and recording all necessary activities and ensuring timely completion of all reporting requirements.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the NMAITC Director or NMF&LB CEO.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) from an accredited college or university in a field related to K-12 education or agriculture; classroom experience preferred
• Proven ability to design, deliver, and evaluate high-quality K-12 curriculum and instruction, along with an understanding of educational trends and best practices
• Proficient in computer skills, including email, word processing, spreadsheet, and database software; also familiar with design and layout to prepare reports, memos, documents, and educational resources.
• Excellent decision-making, time management, and project management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proven self-starter with strong organizational and analytical skills
• Available to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, with required travel (including occasional air travel and overnight stays)
• Knowledgeable in managing budget controls, expenses, and allocations
• Comfortable coordinating large educational events
• Ability to exhibit flexibility in a fast-changing environment
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain an acceptable driving record, capable of basic vehicle upkeep and care

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally, and frequently using negligible amounts of force
• Work involves a wide variety of physical requirements, including, but not limited to, standing and talking for extended periods, as well as working outdoors throughout the year.