Extension Horse Specialist

Department Contact: Sam Smallidge, 575-646-5944, ssmallid@nmsu.edu

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: Extension Animal Resources at NMSU is seeking an Extension Horse Specialist to spearhead the development of a nationally recognized Extension and outreach program focusing on equine. Apply today

Position Details

Position Title: Extension Horse Specialist

College/Division: Cooperative Extension Service

Department: 311000-EXTENSN ANIMAL RESOURCES

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

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 the National Education Association (NEA).

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Job Duties and Responsibilities: 100% Extension appointment. Tenure-track, at the rank of Assistant/Associate or Professor. State-wide responsibilities will require significant travel in-state and out-of-state.
Position is located on the main campus in Las Cruces.

• Spearhead the development of a nationally recognized Extension and outreach program focusing on equine.
• Foster strong collaborations with Extension personnel across relevant departments and the horse industry stakeholders in New Mexico.
• Support youth equine organizations with programming such as 4-H and FFA.
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate impactful extension programs.
• Develop peer-reviewed scholarship, Extension reports, or articles in electronic media that communicate program impacts and results.
• Provide materials, teaching aids, methods, and techniques for educational programs for off-campus educational programming.
• Participate in educational TV, radio and news media.
• Provide programs, training, and assistance to county Extension agents in New Mexico.
• Acquire external funding to support, develop, and implement Extension programs.
• Maintain close working relationships with industry, statewide organizations and government agencies and other agriculture and natural resources groups.
• Actively participate in department activities by attending meetings and serving on appropriate committees.
• Other responsibilities as agreed with the department head of Extension Animal Sciences and Natural Resources.
• Effectively interact with and relate to people of all ages, incomes, education levels, and
ethnic backgrounds.
• Establish a regional and national presence complementary to the New Mexico Cooperative Extension Service.

*The following documents are required. Please include on the application:
-Your resume/cv
-Cover letter
-Transcript
- Concise statement of Extension & outreach interests, goals and objectives for this position (2 page maximum)

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: 
• Candidates must have a Ph.D. in animal sciences (preferred) or other related field (e.g., DVM) by employment date.
• Practical experience within and understanding of the equine industry.
• Demonstrated communication skills, including writing and presentation skills as evidenced in the applicant's curriculum vitae.
• Knowledge of teaching and learning theories and models for youth and adult audiences.\
• Knowledge or willingness to learn Cooperative Extension Service philosophy and approach to meet the defined mission, same for land grant university structure and mission.
• Ability to work with other faculty and staff; work as a team member; work cooperatively with landowners, livestock producers, government agencies, and environmental interests; communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, with individuals and groups.

Equivalent Qualifications: 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Special Certification/Licensure: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

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.