Job description
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POSITION
IS
LOCATED
IN
LEA
COUNTY
;
HEADQUARTERS
IN
LOVINGTON
, NM*
Lea County is located in the southeast corner of New Mexico and borders Texas to the south and east. The Permian Basin, known for its’ crude oil production, underlies Lea County and adjacent Eddy County, as well as a large portion of West Texas. Lea County flourishes not only in oil and gas, but also in agriculture production which includes dairy products, cattle and calves, hay, cotton & cottonseed, and other grains.
NMSU is New Mexico’s land-grant and space-grant institution, a comprehensive research institution dedicated to teaching, research, public service and outreach. In addition, the NMSU system includes a satellite learning center in Albuquerque, Cooperative Extension Service offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, and 12 agriculture research and science centers. New Mexico State University is the institution of choice for more than 15,000 students from 49 states and 89 foreign countries.
Position Number 718271 Position Job Title Extension Agricultural Agent Rank Instructor, Assistant Professor Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Position Summary
Lea County is located in the southeast corner of New Mexico and borders Texas to the south and east. The Permian Basin, known for its’ crude oil production, underlies Lea County and adjacent Eddy County, as well as a large portion of West Texas. Lea County flourishes not only in oil and gas, but also in agriculture production which includes dairy products, cattle and calves, hay, cotton & cottonseed, and other grains.
NMSU is New Mexico’s land-grant and space-grant institution, a comprehensive research institution dedicated to teaching, research, public service and outreach. In addition, the NMSU system includes a satellite learning center in Albuquerque, Cooperative Extension Service offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, and 12 agriculture research and science centers. New Mexico State University is the institution of choice for more than 15,000 students from 49 states and 89 foreign countries.
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POSITION
IS
LOCATED
IN
LEA
COUNTY
;
HEADQUARTERS
IN
LOVINGTON
, NM*
THIS IS A NON TENURE TRACK POSITION.
Successful candidate will:
Required Qualifications
THIS IS A NON TENURE TRACK POSITION.
Successful candidate will:
- Provide leadership and guidance to Extension educational programs in agriculture (both major area crop and livestock, including both beef and dairy), urban horticulture, community and economic development, and natural resources management throughout the county. Extension program delivery will focus mainly on adult audiences, but may be expanded to include youth in coordination and collaboration with County Extension 4-H Agent.
- Collaborate with other Extension Agents, with State Extension Specialists, the Eastern District Department Head and other administrators as well as outside agencies and organizations in planning and implementing the total Extension program.
- Maintain a favorable public image and gain acceptance for self, Extension and New Mexico State University among county citizens.
- Administratively responsible to the County Program Director and through him/her to the Eastern District Department Head.
- Actively participate and play an important role in the recruitment of students to New Mexico State University and to participate in student activities.
- Support annual county fair efforts.
- Provide timely reports as required.
Master’s degree (in hand by hire date) required. At least one degree must be in Agriculture. Or may be under-filled as a College Instructor rank with a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture and 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.
Preferred Qualifications (optional)
- Must have the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing as well as teach.
- Ability to relate effectively to people of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, income and education levels in order to develop informal educational programs that meet their needs.
- Successful candidate must have basic computer skills.
- Ability to implement educational experiences for both youth and adults in furtherance of the mission of Extension required.
- Ability to provide the leadership role in management of volunteer organizations including recruitment, training and support of volunteers.
Satisfactory experience in Extension or related field demonstrating ability to work with youth and/or adults preferred. Previous extension experience preferred.
Special Requirements of the Position
Must live in county where employed and be willing to work odd hours as needed. Personal auto required; reimbursed at IRS rate per mile. Valid driver’s license required.
Special Instructions to Applicants
The
NMSU
system requires all employees to upload proof of
COVID
-19 vaccination or request an exemption via
now.nmsu.edu/medproctor
within seven (7) business days of start date. NMSU’s
COVID
-19 vaccination policy is subject to change in order to comply with state and federal mandates and in accordance with the recommendations of public health experts.
Campus/Work Site Lovington, NM Appointment Status Regular, Full-time Appointment Full-time Equivalency 1.0 Appointment Base Annual Posting Date 12/12/2022 Closing Date 02/17/2023 Target Salary Rate Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding No Anticipated Job Begin Date (optional) Anticipated Job End Date, if applicable (optional)
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