Position Title: Asst Mgr,Farm Ranch

Employee Classification: Asst Mgr,Facilities Srvc

College/Division: Agricultural Experiment Station

Department: 317200-FABIAN GARCIA AG SCIENCE CTR

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable): Fabian Garcia Research Center

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  Commensurate with education and experience

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Summary:  The Fabian Garcia Research supports greenhouse, orchard, and crop research. The center also contains a botanical garden and turf demonstration plots, open to the public, which are used to screen new plant materials and to teach classes on landscaping, ornamental design, and maintenance.

Classification Summary:
Assists in the management of physical plant and/or maintenance operations for a large branch campus or University operation consisting of multiple sites and facilities. May be responsible for overseeing one or more skilled craft area(s) of the campus, such as HVAC, Electrical, etc. Coordinates the building scheduling and maintenance, custodial, safety, security, construction, and/or grounds maintenance. Assists in the planning and implementation of capital renewal and replacement projects.

Classification Standard Duties:
Assists and/or coordinates and manages multi-craft activities involved in preventive, scheduled, and emergency maintenance, cleaning, repair, and renovation of buildings, mechanical systems, physical plant, and/or grounds. May assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient and safe operation of the unit. Supervises personnel which typically includes: work allocation, training, promotion and enforcement of internal procedures and controls and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions;motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance. May assists in facility and space usage planning; advises administration on the application of institutional policy, regulations, and standards relating to the management of physical resources. May perform quality control inspections to ensure adherence to contract specifications and industry standards. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education:High School diploma or GED certificate.; Required Experience:Three (3) 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 contract documents and specifications. Knowledge of computer security and audit procedures and requirements. Knowledge of all federal, state, and local codes and ordinances pertinent to facilities planning, design, construction, and maintenance. Knowledge of mechanical systems, building materials, and emergency maintenance.; SKILLS:Project planning skills. Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.; ABILITIES:Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections. Ability to coordinate and/or supervise independent contractors. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. Ability to coordinate quality assurance programs in area of specialty.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
Will provide support to the Farm Supervisor to assist in educating, training, and supervising farm laborers properly in the requirements of field and lab research; oversee the order, and repair, research equipment and instruments as well as general farm equipment; coordinate with researchers from the main campus and other Science Centers who desire or need to carry out research at the ASC-Fabian Garcia Research Center. Oversees, evaluates, and assigns duties to all full-time farm laborers and part-time research assistants in research plot activities (plot layout, planting of experimental treatments; weeding, irrigating, insect scouting, soil sampling, plant sampling, weighing, pruning, specific to experimental protocols). Make hiring and termination decisions of field/shop staff. Supervise Farm Ranch Supervisor and oversee supervision of all full-time farm laborers in general field and shop maintenance (soil prep and crop production; basic servicing and repair of farm equipment, buildings, fences, irrigation system, etc.). Contacts and works with electrical, plumbing, and general contractors. Oversee orders, and trouble-shoots/repairs experimental equipment (electronic scales, moisture sensors, soil samplers, data-loggers and associated software, etc.); investigates and orders agricultural and lab chemicals, and general farm equipment and supplies. Serves as ASC Safety Officer and develops HazCom and HazMat training with the NMSU Safety Office and provides safety training to staff. Responsible for staff following ASC-Fabian Garcia Research Center specific policies/rules. Inspects all equipment and buildings for safety concerns and general maintenance needs. Coordinates and manages field, equipment, and shop resources, etc., to visiting researchers and/or graduate students. Monitors and maps all plot and field activities and applications of materials, including through appropriate mapping software, and send to ACES/AES main campus office annually.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the Position
• Valid Driver’s License to be able to obtain a NMSU Driver’s Permit

TO BE OBTAINED WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF HIRE
• Public pesticide applicator’s license (yearly renewal)
• Certificate “How to Safely Use and Handle Paraquat – Containing Products”

Department Contact:  Rebecca Martinez, (575) 646-3125, rbanegas@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Shift: Other Shift

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: May work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements: i.e. extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials/situations that require safety precaution/protective equip

Physical Effort: Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.

Risk: Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.