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New Mexico State University
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New Mexico State University
Human Resources |
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| Department: | New Mexico Department of Agriculture |
| Position Title/Posting #: | Specialist I or II /Req. # 2008003063 |
| Date Position Advertised: | April 21, 2008 |
| Salary: | $27,913.60 Minimum -Specialist I, $33,134.40 Minimum-Specialist II |
| Conditions: | Position Location- Albuquerque/Santa Fe Area, NM
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT- Defensive driving training required within three months after employment. Driving record subject to investigation. Must be willing to travel at least 75 percent of the time throughout the state and out of state as necessary (including overnight travel). |
| Qualifications: | REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS-
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with course work in agriculture, natural resources, environmental science, wildlife science, other related fields. Specialist I-one to two years of relevant work experience required. Specialist II- minimum three years of relevant work experience required. Proficiency in written and verbal communications. Proficient ability in computer use such as word processing, spreadsheets, Internet navigation, and e-mail programs. Knowledge of geographic information systems helpful. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Master’s degree in a subject area related to the required qualifications. Knowledge of local and/or state government operations. |
| Examples of Duties: | 1. Administratively responsible to the division director.
2. Provide planning and program support to New Mexico soil and water conservation districts (SWCD’s), with primary responsibility for 16 SWCD’s in regions I and II (northwest New Mexico). 3. Communicate with districts and government entities regarding pertinent issues, legislation, and litigation. 4. Assist districts with long range, annual, and strategic planning efforts. 5. Train district supervisors, assist districts to ensure compliance with relevant laws, assist districts with public relations, serve as a clearinghouse for information. 6. Collaborate with local, state and federal governmental entities, tribal entities, citizen organizations, academic institutions, and private citizens to identify conservation program opportunities and to secure funding to operate district programs. 7. Represent the department as necessary at soil and water conservation and watershed district meetings and other related meetings. 8. Perform other related duties as required. |
| Benefits Offered: | Group medical and hospital insurance, group life insurance,
long-term disablity insurance, state educational retirement, workers' compensation, sick leave, annual leave and unemployment compensation. Opportunity for educational advancement. |
| Reply to/Deadline for Applications: | A complete application consists of the NMDA application form (available at www.nmda.nmsu.edu), personal resume including three references, a statement of qualifications explicitly addressing all qualifications, and duties and responsibilities, and unofficial college transcripts. All materials must be received no later than the close of business on the deadline date above.
Attention- Richard Reyna New Mexico Department of Agriculture MSC 3189, P. O. Box 30005 Las Cruces, NM 88003-8005 TELEPHONE- (505) 646-7523 Review of applications begins on May 5, 2008. Position will remain open until filled. |
NMSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
Offer of employment is contingent upon verification of individual's eligibility for employment in the United States.