Ext -H Family Consumer Sci Agent

Position Details

• Position Title:
  
  Ext 4-H Family Consumer Sci Agent
• College/Division:
  Cooperative Extension Service
• Department: 312300-ADMIN PRGM SAN JUAN CTY
• Location:
  
  NMSU satellite location, San Juan County, NM
• Offsite
  
  Location:
  
  San Juan Extension
• Hourly/Salary Rate:
  Entry $62,000 (or commensurate on qualifications)
• Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
• Standard
  
  Work Schedule:
  
  Other Shift (may include evenings and weekends)

• Provide leadership and guidance to the 4‑H Youth development program by developing and conducting Extension educational programs for adults and youth, including 4‑H members, leaders, special interest groups and the public throughout the county in the areas of family and consumer sciences.
• Work closely with the County 4‑H Agricultural Agent to develop, promote and deliver 4‑H programming.
• Collaborate with youth‑serving community organizations and agencies to help further Extension Family & Consumer Science programs.
• Support annual County Fair efforts.
• Recruit, train and support volunteer adult and youth leaders.
• Collaborate with other Extension Agents in the county and district, with State Specialists, District Department Head and Administrators in planning and implementing total Extension programs.
• Maintain a favorable public image and gain acceptance for self, Extension and New Mexico State University among county citizens.
• Administratively report to the County Program Director and, through them, to the Northern District Department Head.
• Provide timely reports as required.
• Promote CES programs within the district to meet the LEADS 2025 Equity, Inclusion and Diversity goals, prioritizing expansion to non‑traditional demographics.
• Travel county‑wide via personal vehicle to execute educational programming for stakeholders in New Mexico.

Required

Education and Experience:

• Master's degree (in hand by hire date) required. At least one degree must be in Home Economics, Family and Consumer Science, Nutrition, Health Education, Family and Child Development or a related field.
• Position may be filled as Extension Associate I with a bachelor’s degree that meets the above educational requirements and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Must complete a master’s degree within 5 years of hire date to remain employed.
• Promotion to the assistant‑professor rank will be based on performance and Dean’s approval.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Position in San Juan County, NM: must live in the county, be willing to travel and work odd hours as needed to support the program.
• Travel within the county, state, and nationally to Extension‑related functions as necessary, including occasional transport and chaperoning of youth.
• Personal auto required; reimbursement at IRS rate per mile. Valid Driver’s License required.

Special Certification/Licensure:
None specified.

Working Conditions:

• Environment:
  Moderate exposure to temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Physical Effort:
  Light; no more than two (2) hours per day.
• Lifting:
  Handling objects up to 25 pounds or standing/walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Risks:
  Some exposure to hazards or physical risks; basic safety precautions required.

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.