Program Coordinator Senior

New Mexico State University; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University seeks a Program Coordinator Senior for the Institute for Applied Practice in AI and Machine Learning (IAAM) to develop and deliver AI education programs for K-12 students. The role focuses on translating AI concepts into engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences while promoting responsible and ethical use of AI in education.

The coordinator will build partnerships, coordinate schedules and logistics, and support educators and IAAM faculty in curriculum

Qualifications

• Associate's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree plus 2 years.
• Preferred: strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work with diverse constituencies.
• Ability to develop and maintain records and coordinate projects.
• Knowledge of fiscal processes internal to NMSU.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate AI education initiatives for K-12 schools.
• Facilitate professional learning for educators to understand AI and integrate tools.
• Support teachers and IAAM faculty to deploy curriculum resources on AI literacy.
• Create hands-on learning experiences that explore how AI works and its limitations.
• Build partnerships with schools, districts, and community organizations.
• Organize family and community outreach events connecting AI learning with opportunities.
• Coordinate program schedules, materials, communications, and logistics.
• Collect educator feedback and data to assess outcomes and improve programs.
• Contribute to grant proposals, reports, and outreach materials.
• Stay informed about AI education developments and update resources.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Project coordination

Education

Associate's degree +4 years

Bachelor's degree +2 years

Job description

Department Contact: Mari Langford, [e-mail], 575-646-1906
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Advertising Summary: New Mexico State University is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Institute for Applied Practice in AI and Machine Learning (IAAM).
Position Title: Program Coordinator Senior
College/Division: Arts and Sciences College
Department: 330020-ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE INSTITUTE
Location: Las Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable): 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 American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Occasional evening and weekends may be required.
Job Duties and Responsibilities: The coordinator will develop and deliver educational programs, support teacher professional learning, and build partnerships connecting IAAM’s expertise with K-12 school needs. This role translates AI and machine learning concepts into accessible, age-appropriate learning experiences that strengthen AI literacy, critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving.
A central focus of this position is promoting the responsible and ethical use of AI in K-12 education. The coordinator will help educators and students make informed decisions about when and how to use AI, protect student privacy, recognize bias and misinformation, acknowledge AI assistance, and preserve human judgment. Programming will emphasize equitable access, age-appropriate practices, and the use of AI to support learning, creativity, and independent thinking.

• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate AI education initiatives for K-12 schools, including classroom activities, after-school programs, workshops, and summer learning opportunities.
• Facilitate professional learning that helps educators understand AI, assess its usefulness, and integrate appropriate tools into instruction.
• Support teachers and IAAM faculty and specialists to develop and deploy curriculum resources covering AI literacy, foundational machine learning concepts, and practical applications across subject areas.
• Create hand-on learning experiences that help students explore how AI systems work, examine their limitations, and critically evaluate AI-generated content.
• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, districts, community organizations, and other stakeholders to identify needs and expand participation.
• Organize family and community outreach events that make AI concepts accessible and connect learning with educational and career opportunities.
• Coordinate program schedules, materials, communications, and logistics, including support for participating faculty, student mentors, and volunteers.
• Collect educator feedback and program data to assess learning outcomes, document impact, and improve programming.
• Contribute to grant proposals, reports, and outreach materials supporting IAAM’s K-12 education initiatives.
• Stay informed about developments in AI education and update resources to reflect changing tools.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: Associate's degree + 4 years of relevant experience or a bachelor’s degree + 2 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. Ability to develop and maintain record-keeping systems and procedures. Ability to provide coordination and implementation projects.
Knowledge of fiscal processes internal to NMSU.

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

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 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Recruitment Summary

We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures.

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

NMSU Global Campus

Since 1888, NMSU has proudly embodied this tradition, building relationships that last a lifetime while serving students who want to earn their degree and grow in their field. Today, NMSU Global Campus provides flexible, career-focused online education that helps our students transform their lives - and the lives of the people they love - through over 70 degree and certificate programs, skill-building microlearning courses, and career and talent development.

NMSU Main Campus

Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

Doña Ana Community College

Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance.

Alamogordo Campus

Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated "on the hill" above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.

Grants Campus

NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The electronic application is the *official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.

EEO Statement

New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation