Extension Specialist​/Veterinarian

Department Contact

Sam Smallidge, , ssmallid

Internal or External Search:
External - Open to all applicants

Closing at:
Apr 7 2026 - 23:55 MDT

The College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) at New Mexico State University invites applications for a dynamic and service-oriented Extension Veterinarian.

• Position Title:
  
  Extension Specialist/Veterinarian
• College/Division:
  Cooperative Extension Service
• Department: 311000-EXTENSN ANIMAL RESOURCES
• Location:
  
  Cooperative Extension Service, Open to locations within New Mexico
• Preferred to be located on the main campus in Las Cruces.
• Target Hourly/Salary Rate:
  Commensurate with Education and Experience
• 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:
  Not Applicable
• Standard
  
  Work Schedule:
  
  Standard (M-F, 8-5)

• Provide leadership in Extension programming focused on livestock health, disease prevention, and public health concerns related to animal agriculture.
• Develop and deliver educational resources, workshops, and training for Extension agents, producers, and youth programs (e.g., 4-H, FFA).
• Serve as a subject matter expert on animal health issues including zoonotic diseases, regulatory compliance, and emergency preparedness.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, livestock specialists, state and federal agencies, and producer organizations.
• Conduct applied research related to animal health and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and Extension publications.
• Support Extension agents through consultations and field visits.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service and professional development activities.
• Promote CES programs within the state 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 for Excellence in Sustainable Food and Agricultural Systems (CESFAS).

• DVM from an accredited College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Five years of clinical practice including experience with livestock.
• Licensure (or eligibility for licensure) to practice veterinary medicine in the state of New Mexico.
• Demonstrated interest in Extension education and working with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience in beef cattle, small ruminant, or other livestock health and production systems relevant to New Mexico.

• Advanced training (e.g., M.S., Ph.D., or board certification) in a related field.
• Experience in adult education, Extension, or outreach programming in a variety of modalities including face to face, virtual and written.
• Familiarity with animal health issues in arid/semi-arid regions.
• Familiarity with Beef Quality Assurance programs and other animal welfare certifications.

Not specified.

• Required application documents: resume/cv, cover letter, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), concise statement of Extension & outreach interests, goals and objectives for this position (2 page maximum).

• Environment:
  Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Physical Effort:
  Moderate physical activity.
• Lifting Requirements:
  Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Risk:
  Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non-merit factor.