Program Specialist

Staff

Staff Full-time

Closing at:
Aug 16 2026 - 23:55 MDT

503780

NMSU satellite location, New Mexico, United States

Staff

Staff Full-time

Closing at:
Aug 16 2026 - 23:55 MDT

Department Contact: Cherylin Atcitty, , catcitty

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

We are seeking a dynamic individual to plan and coordinate the development, implementation, and execution of the high school unit of Indian Resources Development (IRD) to promote, develop, and connect Native American students in New Mexico with higher education.

Position Title: Program Specialist

College/Division: Agricultural,Consumer & Env Sci Col

Department: 303900-INDIAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT PGM

Location: NMSU satellite location

Offsite Location (if applicable): Open to locations within New Mexico

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: Not Applicable

Standard

Work Schedule:

Shift: Other Shift

If Not a Standard

Work Schedule:

May work evenings and weekends

Plan and coordinate the development, implementation, and execution of the high school unit of Indian Resources Development (IRD) with the objective of promoting, developing, and connecting Native American students in New Mexico with higher education and experiential learning opportunities in education, agriculture, natural resources, energy, entrepreneurship, engineering, and business, and workforce development, and other areas of focus of IRD.

• Build relations with high schools, tribal entities, higher education institutions, and relevant organizations to identify areas of collaboration related to college and career exploration and readiness; and student programs in the areas of focus of IRD.
• Establish and foster relationships with tribes to learn about their needs and interests regarding building capacity in areas of focus of IRD. Nurture and develop a network of teachers, administrators, advisors, and tribal liaisons connected with high schools across New Mexico with a large Native American student body.
• Identify, develop, and/or promote out-of-school educational opportunities, including camps, for high school Native American students through collaborations with tribal and non-tribal organizations that provide programming in areas of focus of IRD. Aid in the development and maintenance of a strong Tribal Advisory Committee, Youth Advisory Committee, and the College Advisory Committee for IRD, and in the promotion of IRD as a statewide program.
• Coordinate outreach activities with tribal communities, educational institutions, and partner organizations to increase awareness of IRD and facilitate participation, workforce development, and community engagement initiatives. Assist in identifying, developing, and promoting career exploration, apprenticeships, internships, and research experiences for high school students through their schools and host organizations.

Statewide travel is required; personal vehicle required, reimbursed at IRS rates. May need to work after hours or weekends as needed.

Required

Education and Experience:

Associate's Degree + 2 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants whose experience and qualifications include demonstrated knowledge of American Indians, including their culture, history, reservation life, and educational challenges. Knowledge of federal and state laws affecting American Indians. Knowledge of and experience with Indian resource education and development.

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

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

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.

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