Position Title: Dir, New Mexico Reforestation Center

Employee Classification: Dir,Research Division,III

College/Division: Agricultural,Consumer & Env Sci Col

Department: 301800-MORA RESEARCH CENTER

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: NMSU satellite location

Offsite Location (if applicable): Mora Research Center in Mora, NM

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  Commensurate with education and experience

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Summary:  The NMRC will be essential to restore forests throughout the greater southwestern US by: 1) establishing a robust seed collection and banking program, 2) producing up to 5 million forest tree seedlings per year, 3} assisting the development of a planting program and associated workforce, 4) using science­based approaches to meet reforestation goals.

Classification Summary:
Primarily responsible for directing the operational, financial, regulatory, human resource and business activities of a large major externally funded research division with multiple reporting units. Oversees all research activities within the domain of the division. These activities will include analyzing, modifying, and developing improved structure as needed.

Classification Standard Duties:
Provide oversight direction and leadership for contract maintenance, renewal, and new contract acquisition successes. Ensure adherence to and compliance with applicable state, Federal and other government regulations, and expectations of other regulatory agencies and funding source. Responsible for development and maintenance of inter-institutional/governmental relationships, and other external bodies important to the future success of the research. Accountable for implementing and monitoring approved operations budget. Responsible for the supervision and management of multiple levels of technical, professional, administrative and support staff within the division.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education:Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience:Eight (8) years of increasingly progressive management experience in one or more areas that report to this position.; Equivalency:None; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of current and emerging internal and external issues impacting on the operational environment of the enterprise. Knowledge and understanding of the principles, processes, and requirements for strategic planning and development within a public institution. Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools. Knowledge and understanding of current and emerging research administration issues and trends. Knowledge of university and/or public institution budgeting and funding procedures, standards, and documentation requirements. Knowledge of institutional administration and fiscal control principles and procedures, as applied to a public university.; SKILLS:Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Strategic planning and performance measurement skills. Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups. Organizational planning, structuring, and staffing skills.; ABILITIES:Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart information to a diverse range of constituencies. Ability to plan and evaluate programs. Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments. Ability to identify, evaluate, and accurately assess the viability of strategic opportunities available to the enterprise. Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
***ONE YEAR APPOINTMENT; CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING***

This position will report directly to the Associate Dean of AES in cooperation with the New Mexico Reforestation Board. Primarily responsible for directing the operational, financial, regulatory, human resource, and business activities of the New Mexico Reforestation Center. Oversees all activities within the NMRC program that includes seed collection/banking, nursery production, planting operations, and all other associated activities. The Director will analyze, modify, and develop improved structure as needed to the NMRC. Provide oversight direction and leadership for contract maintenance, renewal, and new contract acquisition successes. Ensure adherence to and compliance with applicable state, Federal and other source, government Responsible for regulations, development and and expectations maintenance of other of regulatory agencies inter-institutional/governmental and funding source. Accountable for monitoring NMRC budget. Responsible for the hiring, supervision, and management of multiple levels of NMRC staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8-10 years' experience as a proven leader in the conservation arena, non-profit sector, advocacy, or related for-profit area, including demonstrated experience producing results and meeting program/department goals.
• Proven technical skills, analytical ability, good judgement, and strong operational focus.
• Proven managerial talent in budgeting.
• Outstanding leadership and visionary qualities and able to work effectively with and through others in a decentralized and geographically dispersed organization.
• Operational and/or leadership experience associated with tree seed collection, processing, and handling, reforestation nursery infrastructure, management and seedling production

Special Requirements of the Position

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

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT 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 indoors.

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.