The Conservation & Sustainability Ambassador

Texas A&M University System; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life and long‑

term disability insurance

12–15 annual paid holidays

Sick leave and vacation accrual

Automatic enrollment in the Teacher/RT

Job summary

Texas A&M University System Conservation & Sustainability Ambassador role in Lubbock, TX supports field activities for agricultural outreach within the Soil & Crop Sciences program. The position coordinates participant recruitment, sampling, and data collection to inform conservation initiatives.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural and Life Sciences, with 2 years of related experience, and is skilled in multitasking, communication, and records management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural and Life Sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.
• Master’s degree in Soil and Crop Sciences preferred.

Responsibilities

• Regular communication with participants and project team members.
• Collect soil and other samples for laboratories.
• Assist with planning and contracting for participants in the region.
• Maintain detailed data records, including participant communications.
• Coordinate with regional staff to update project leads and stakeholders.
• Provide attention to detail for project forms and deadlines.
• Monitor project timelines and identify issues.
• Adapt and improve services, processes, or delivery.
• Work with producers to implement management practices.
• Prepare and review operational and special reports.
• Attend events and travel outside normal hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Presentation software

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural and Life Sciences

Master’s degree in Soil and Crop Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

The Conservation & Sustainability Ambassador

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Soil & Crop Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Lubbock, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
• Texas A&M AgriLife Research
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
• Texas A&M Forest Service
• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

Click here to learn more about joining AgriLife!

Job Summary:

The Program Coordinator I will, under general supervision, recruit participants for the project by promotion at field days, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension meetings, and other stakeholder events as well as through direct communication with Texas A&M AgriLife County Extension Agents, Specialists, and other stakeholders who work with farmers, ranchers, and foresters.

Responsibilities:

15% - Regular communication with current and potential participants as well as project team members (e.g., answering the phone and timely response to emails). This may include some time outside of normal business hours.

15% - Collect soil and other samples to be sent to laboratories either independently or with assistance from other AgriLife staff.

10% - Assist with planning and coordination of contracting for each participant in the assigned region.

10% - Maintain detailed records of data, including communication with participants.

10% - Coordinate with regional AgriLife staff to update project lead and stakeholders about project progress.

10% - Provide a high level of attention to detail regarding project forms and timely submission deadlines.

5% - Monitor project timelines and identify issues.

5% - Adapt, combine, and make improvements to services, processes, or customer service delivery.

5% - Formulate, interpret, and/or work with producers to implement management policies or operating practices.

5% - Perform special analyses and project practice summaries. Prepare and review operational and special reports.

5% - Attend events and travel outside of normal work hours.

5% - Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in an Agricultural and Life Sciences field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.

Preferred Education:

• Master’s degree in Soil and Crop Sciences

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Planning and organization skills including time management.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to obtain a Texas Class C driver’s license.
• Ability to haul a trailer and operate equipment

Important Notice Regarding H1-B Sponsership:

Your employment at Texas A&M AgriLife may require nonimmigrant sponsorship. A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Texas A&M AgriLife will NOT pay this fee. If the fee is imposed on your petition, this offer of employment will be revoked. If actions taken during your employment result in the imposition of this fee, your employment will be terminated. To the extent that this statement conflicts with any applicable System or member Policy, Regulation, or Rule, this statement will control. We recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense regarding potential implications.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbott issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

Benefits and Leave:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (AgriLife contributes to premiums)
• 12-15 annual paid holidays
• Up to 8 hours/month sick leave and at least 8 hours/month vacation
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative
• Access to ongoing professional development and training through Aspire, LinkedIn Learning, and internally developed programs

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.