Program Coordinator for New Mexico Agriculture in the Classroom

New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau•Las Cruces, NM

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About The Position

The Program Coordinator supports the goals and growth of the New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau (NMF&LB) and New Mexico Agriculture in the Classroom (NMAITC). NMAITC is a nonprofit educational outreach program funded primarily by NMF&LB membership. It educates the public, with an emphasis on K–12 students and educators, about the importance of agriculture. The position coordinates NMAITC programming and resources, develops and leads educational activities, workshops, and presentations, promotes the program and its goals, and supports communications, marketing, social media, and website content. The coordinator works with teachers, students, volunteers, agricultural community members, NMF&LB members and staff, and other stakeholders. The role includes monitoring and evaluating programs, maintaining activity and reporting records, and reporting to the NMF&LB Foundation Board biannually and as needed. The work location is negotiable, with statewide travel and a preference for the Albuquerque area. The role includes required travel, potentially involving occasional air travel and overnight stays, and may require flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends. Benefits listed include a 401(k), medical insurance including vision and dental, a company vehicle, a company credit card, a cell phone, a flexible work-from-home/office schedule, and vacation and sick leave.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) from an accredited college or university in a field related to K–12 education or agriculture.
Proven ability to design, deliver, and evaluate high-quality K–12 curriculum and instruction, with an understanding of educational trends and best practices.
Proficiency with email, word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, and familiarity with design and layout for preparing reports, memos, documents, and educational resources.
Excellent decision-making, time-management, and project-management skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Self-starter with strong organizational and analytical skills.
Availability for flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, and required travel, including occasional air travel and overnight stays.
Knowledge of budget controls, expenses, and allocations.
Ability to coordinate large educational events.
Ability to adapt in a fast-changing environment.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; ability to perform basic vehicle upkeep and care.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and frequently use negligible force; ability to stand and talk for extended periods and work outdoors throughout the year.
Comfort with agriculture and public speaking.
Good classroom management skills for students of all ages.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and complete tasks successfully.

Nice To Haves

Classroom experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate NMAITC initiatives and resources with teachers, volunteers, the agricultural community, and NMF&LB members and staff.
Understand and promote NMAITC and NMF&LB goals and objectives, and support membership growth.
Create and lead educational activities, workshops, and presentations for students, educators, volunteers, NMF&LB members, and other audiences.
Advocate for NMAITC and its goals by speaking in schools and with various organizations.
Assist in preparing newsletters and marketing materials promoting NMAITC, NMF&LB, and New Mexico agriculture.
Report biannually and as needed to the NMF&LB Foundation Board.
Support management and growth of social media initiatives, and update and ensure the accuracy of information on the organization’s website.
Communicate and cooperate effectively with NMF&LB county leaders, members, staff, volunteers, teachers, students, and stakeholders.
Monitor and evaluate programs by tracking and recording necessary activities and completing reporting requirements on time.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the NMAITC Director or NMF&LB CEO.