Rural Conservation & Education Specialist

New Mexico Highlands University; Las Vegas (NM); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Highlands University invites applications for a Conservation Science Center role in Las Vegas, NM. This position supports the CSC program manager in post-wildfire recovery education, workforce development, and community outreach.

Candidates with a master’s degree or related experience will foster youth and adult engagement, develop curricula, and build partnerships with landowners and educators. A hybrid work option is available with some travel and grant-funded work.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in ecological restoration, forestry, ecology, environmental science, natural resources management, wildlife biology, or related field; OR B.S. with 2 years related experience.
• 1 year experience engaging diverse audiences (youth programming, community advocacy, environmental education).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Two years’ experience in environmental education or community engagement in the Southwest; working with diverse stakeholders; Spanish a plus; NM landowners experience; restoration principles.

Responsibilities

• Support FIRENM programming and landowner engagement.
• Plan and implement K-12 initiatives and outdoor education programs.
• Develop culturally responsive curricula for youth and adults.
• Build partnerships with formal and informal educators and community partners.
• Coordinate field sites and safety with NMFWRI and NMHU partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Audience engagement

Curriculum development

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree or B.S. with related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

New Mexico Highlands University invites applications for a Conservation Science Center role in Las Vegas, NM. This position supports the CSC program manager in post-wildfire recovery education, workforce development, and community outreach.

Candidates with a master’s degree or related experience will foster youth and adult engagement, develop curricula, and build partnerships with landowners and educators. A hybrid work option is available with some travel and grant-funded work.