NMDA Agriculture Specialist Intermediate New Mexico State UniversityNMDA Agriculture Specialist IntermediateLas Cruces, NMSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION: Field work may require physical activities including walking on uneven terrain, periodic lifting of objects no more than 40 pounds, working outdoors during summer and winter seasons, handling of and working around the application of pesticides, and occasional work in flowering/pollinating crops. Preferred Qualifications: Preference may be given to candidates with knowledge of applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and policies; demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and colleagues regarding pesticide regulations; experience in technical writing; and commercial pesticide applications.
Associate/Professor of Weed Science New Mexico State UniversityAssociate/Professor of Weed ScienceLas Cruces, NMTo be considered for the rank of Professor, candidates must demonstrate a distinguished record of scholarly achievement, sustained success in securing extramural funding, a national or international reputation in their discipline, evidence of successful graduate student mentoring, and demonstrated leadership in collaborative research programs and professional service. Preferred areas of expertise may include advanced ecological methods, digital agriculture, data science, artificial intelligence, modeling, remote sensing, precision agriculture technologies, or innovative approaches for investigating weed ecology, invasive species dynamics, and crop management systems.
County Program AnalystTrainee U.S. Department of AgricultureCounty Program AnalystTraineeNM$36,464–$81,114 / yearSuperior Academic Achievement: A bachelor's degree in any field of study from an accredited college or university with either: grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 based on a 4.0 scale; 3.5 GPA based on a 4.0 scale for required courses completed in a major field of study during the last two years of undergraduate study; class standing of upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision of the college; membership in a National Scholastic Honor Society certified by the Association of College Honor Societies, excluding freshman honor societies. At least 3 months of general work experience in support of projects, programs, or assignments providing a requisite knowledge of agricultural operations, agricultural management, governmental programs, or related office and customer service functions that indicate the ability to: analyze problems, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; plan and organize work; resolve conflict; communicate effectively both orally and in writing.