Program Coordinator

Position Details
Position Title: Program Coordinator

College/Division: Cooperative Extension Service

Department: 311200-EXTENSN PLANT SCIENCES

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location: (if applicable)

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $16.83

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

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

Position is open to all applicants.

Closing at: May 29 2026 - 23:55 MDT

Department Contact: Anowar Islam, maislam@nmsu.edu, 575-646-3405

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Hires and supervises NMSU student workers, including an industry-supported internship.

Aides collaborative projects with EPS colleagues and growers.

Researches and purchases materials and equipment (maintains same).

Provides labor and logistical support for vineyard installation and maintenance statewide with emphasis on Fabian Garcia vineyard; collects, collates and interprets data for institutional and industry needs; presents and/or publishes results.

Maintains and updates the program webpage and social media.

Provides logistical and program support for the annual New Mexico Winegrowers’ Association Educational Conference.

Liaison with the state's amateur winegrowing association, New Mexico Wine and Vine Society that conducts the state’s Wine Competition in conjunction with New Mexico State Fair.

Provides advice and some lab analyses of grower juice and wine samples as requested.

Be an active participant in the Extension Plant Sciences Department, attend department meetings, and provide service to the department as assigned by the Department Head.

Qualifications

High School diploma + 1 year of relevant experience, or higher degree.

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: Moderate physical activity.

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.

EEO Statement
New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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