Ext Ag/4-H Agent

About the role

This is a non-tenure track position physically located in De Baca County, NM. The Extension Agent will provide leadership and guidance to Extension education programs for adults and youth in 4-H and Youth Development; special interest audiences in Agriculture, Family and Consumer Sciences; community/economic development; and other adult and youth leaders and the public throughout the county. The role involves collaborating with youth-serving organizations, supporting the annual County Fair, recruiting and training volunteers, and working with other Extension Agents and State Specialists to plan and implement programs. The position also includes administrative responsibility for the County Program Director and timely reporting. Travel throughout the county via personal vehicle is required to deliver educational programming.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to Extension education programs for adults and youth in 4-H and Youth Development; Agriculture; Family and Consumer Sciences; community/economic development; and other adult and youth leaders and the public.
• Collaborate with youth-serving community organizations and agencies to 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 to plan and implement total Extension programs.
• Maintain a favorable public image and gain acceptance for self, Extension, and New Mexico State University among county citizens.
• Administratively responsible for the County Program Director and, through them, to the Eastern District Department Head.
• Provide timely reports as required.
• Travel county-wide via personal vehicle to execute educational programming for stakeholders.
• Promote CES programs within the district to meet the LEADS 2025 Equity, Inclusion and Diversity goals, prioritizing 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).

Requirements

• Master’s degree (in hand by hire date) required. At least one degree must be in Agriculture or a related field.
• 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.
• Must live in the county where employed.
• Willing to work odd hours as needed.
• Personal auto required; reimbursed at IRS rates per mile.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Work is normally performed indoors.
• Light physical effort, applying to no more than two (2) hours per day.
• Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.