New Mexico State University
Location
New Mexico | United States
Job description
Position Title: CES County Program Assistant
Employee Classification: CES County
Program Assistant
College/Division: Cooperative Extension Service
Department: 310700-ADMIN
AND PGM UNIT LEA CNTY
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Location:
Cooperative Extension Locations
Offsite Location (if applicable): County Extension Office in Lovington, NM
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $15.00
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
Exempt or Non-Exempt : Non-Exempt
Summary: The Cooperative Extension Office in Lea County
is seeking a CES County Program Assistant. The CES office empowers rural and urban communities to meet the challenges they face, adapt to
changing technology, and prepare for and respond to emergencies.
Classification Summary: Under general
supervision responsible paraprofessional work an education program. Provide programs, under direction of county extension agent, in the
areas of 4-H, Family & Consumer Sciences and Agriculture. Assist extension agents at County Fairs, local programs and events and school
enrichment.
Classification Standard Duties: Plan, prepare powerpoint presentations, and deliver educational
programs to youth and adults. Keeps records and writes reports of work planned and completed. Enter enrollment and conference registration
into the 4-H Plus software program. Answers telephone and greets public giving general information regarding all extension programs. Sorts
and distributes incoming mail. Types routine letters, labels, and similar items from rough draft or clear copy. Files correspondence,
memoranda, reports and other materials. Maintains routine clerical records, logs and data and complies routine reports. Performs other
miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency Required
Education:High School diploma or GED.; Required Experience:Two (2) years of experience related to the standard duties as outlined.;
Equivalency:Completion of a post-secondary degree or certificate may substitute for years of experience.; Required Certification/License:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of techniques and procedures required in teaching techniques
and skills. Knowledge of mass media and computer skills desirable. Ability to take direction and work independently. Ability to communicate
with youth and adults.; SKILLS:Communication and basic teaching skills; ABILITIES:Ability to establish and maintain a congenial working
relationship with children, associates and the public; follow oral and written instructions; establish effective relationships as a teacher;
work in a self-contained or team teaching situation; supervise subordinates; deal with children one-on-one and in groups.
Job Duties and Responsibilities *** POSITION IS LOCATED IN LEA COUNTY; HEADQUARTERS IN LOVINGTON,
NM***
Provide programs, under direction of county extension agent, in the areas of 4-H, Family & Consumer Sciences and Agriculture.
Assist extension agents at County Fairs, local programs and events and school enrichment.
Preferred
Qualifications Special Requirements of the Position Department Contact: Chelsey
Wilson, 575-396-2819,
[email protected] Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent
upon funding
Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State,
County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a
Standard Work Schedule: Working Conditions and Physical Effort Environment:
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Physical Effort: No or very
limited physical effort required.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds
or some standing or walking.
Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
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