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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 #: | Ag Specialist III/Requisition # 2009011517 |
| Date Position Advertised: | October 31, 2009 |
| Salary: | Commensurate with qualifications and experience |
| Conditions: | POSITION LOCATION- Santa Fe, NM
Defensive driving training required within three months after employment. Driving record subject to investigation. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent on the university’s verification of credentials, individual’s eligibility for employment in the United States and other information required by federal law, state law, and NMSU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a criminal history check |
| Qualifications: | Master’s degree in agriculture, marketing, or a related field and a minimum of three years experience, two of which should be university related. Knowledge of university and department policies and procedures; livestock and agriculture; state and federal laws and regulations. Skills in short and long range planning; problem analysis and resolution; effective public relations, excellent oral and written communication, and time management. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external parties, analyze and evaluate information, maintain accurate and orderly records, and organize and direct activities of others.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience in analyzing federal/state programs, policies, regulations and laws impacting agriculture, food and natural resource systems. Knowledge of and experience in federal/state governmental process. |
| Examples of Duties: | The Ag Specialist III, under the supervision of the Director of Legislative and Governmental Relations, is responsible for effectively assisting in legislative and economic development efforts to include-
1. Supervise, direct, and delegate work of assigned staff. 2. Review, analyze, and interpret agricultural related policies and legal actions. 3. Serve as a liaison between NMDA and state and federal agencies. 4. Assist in drafting policy initiatives and programs related to agricultural economic development. 5. Coordinate and participate in NMDA administrative hearings. 6. Provide technical support to legislative and executive branches. 7. Perform other duties as assigned. |
| Benefits Offered: | Group medical and dental insurance, group life insurance, long term disability insurance, workers= compensation, unemployment compensation, state educational retirement, and sick and annual leave. Opportunity for educational advancement. |
| Reply to/Deadline for Applications: | A complete application consists of the NMDA application form (available at www.nmda.nmsu.edu), a resume including three references, college transcripts, and a cover letter should be sent to-
Reply to New Mexico Department of Agriculture, Human Resources, MSC 3189, Box 30005, Las Cruces, NM 88003-8005. Review of applications will begin November 14, 2009 and 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.