Ext Ag​/H Agent

Department Contact: Patrick Kircher, , pkircher,

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

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Summary:

New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service is seeking an Extension Ag/4-H Agent to serve De Baca County. This position provides an exciting opportunity to work directly with youth, agricultural producers, families, and community members through educational programming and outreach.

Position Title: Ext Ag/4-H Agent

College/Division: Cooperative Extension Service

Department: 310500-ADMIN PRGM DE BACA CTY

Location: NMSU satellite location

Offsite Location (if applicable): Fort Sumner, NM

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 on weekends and evenings

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
***** THIS IS A NON-TENURE TRACK POSITION **

*** POSITION IS PHYSICALLY LOCATED IN DE BACA COUNTY, NM ***

Successful candidate will:

• Provide leadership and guidance to Extension education programs for adults and youth in the areas of: 4-H and Youth Development; special interest audiences in Agriculture, Family and Consumer Sciences: community/ economic development; other adult and youth leaders and the public throughout the county, as the job requires.
• Collaborate with youth serving community organizations and agencies to help further Extension 4-H Youth Development programs.
• Support annual County Fair efforts.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteer adult and youth leaders.
• Team with other Extension Agents in the county and district and 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 the county citizens.
• Administratively responsible for the County Program Director and through him/her to the Eastern District Department Head.
• Provide timely reports as required.
• The Extension Agent is responsible to travel county wide via personal vehicle to execute educational programming to the stakeholders of New Mexico.
• Promote CES programs within the district to meet the LEADS 2025 Equity, Inclusion and Diversity 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 of Excellence in Food and Sustainable Agriculture (CESFAS)

Required

Education and Experience:

Master's degree (in hand by hire date) required. At least one degree must be in Agriculture or a related field. Or may be underfilled as an Extension Associate I (Entry $52,000 commensurate with qualifications). Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field with a cumulative 2.5 GPA or higher required. Must complete a master's degree within 5 years of hire date to continue employment.

Promotion to assistant professor rank will be based on performance and Dean's approval.

Equivalent

Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications :

Special Certification/Licensure:
Must live in the county where employed and willing to work odd hours as needed. Personal auto required; reimbursed at IRS rates per mile. Valid driver's license required.

Environment: Work is normally performed indoors.

Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

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.