Position Title: Education Specialist

Employee Classification: Education Specialist

College/Division: Cooperative Extension Service

Department: 314000-4 H AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PGM UNIT

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  Commensurate with background, experience and internal equity.

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Summary:  The Educational Specialist will assist in the development and implementation of college and career readiness curriculum, programs, activities, and campus tours for youths in 8th - 12th grades.

Classification Summary:
Plans and coordinates public, professional, or community non-health related educational programs. Develops curricula, prepares relevant presentations and materials, and organizes and delivers and/or facilitates classes, workshops, seminars, and other training services. Provides student advisement and associated services as appropriate.

Classification Standard Duties:
Plans and designs curricula for educational programs; researches and defines educational goals, objectives, and methodologies to meet program goals. Determines formats and approaches to achieve program and budget objectives; defines needs of target populations; researches trends at the national and state level, as appropriate to the position. Coordinates activities of support staff, consultants, faculty, and/or volunteers engaged in implementation and administration of program objectives. Manages and facilitates program activities, to include classes, trainings, conferences, seminars, and/or other special projects. As appropriate to the nature and objectives of the individual role, provides student advisement and support services, coordinates curriculum, and serves as a student liaison and advocate with faculty and staff. Monitors and administers program/project revenues and expenses; may develop or participate in the development of funding proposals for the program. Writes, edits, and coordinates development of course catalogs, promotional materials, educational materials, training manuals, newsletters, and/or brochures, as appropriate to the program. Purchases equipment and/or services, as necessary, and ensures the proper usage and maintenance of materials and equipment relevant to unit activities. Assists with grant and/or proposal writing as appropriate to the objectives and funding nature of the program; may participate in other fundraising activities. Develops and maintains records and databases on student and program activities, materials, equipment, and supplies. Coordinates student registration for special educational programs. May lead or guide the work of lower graded staff and/or student employees. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Education- Master's degree in a related field.
Experience- Three years of directly related experience.
Equivalency- None
Certifications/License-
Departmental Requirements-
Special Requirements-

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control. Knowledge of academic and/or vocational education curricula. Knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques. Knowledge of principles and procedures related to student advisement and/or related services. Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures.
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. Records maintenance skills. Program planning and implementation skills. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. Advanced writing and editorial skills.
Ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations based on research data and findings. Ability to manage and facilitate educational programs.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
The program specialist will assist in the development and implementation of college and career readiness curriculum, programs, activities, and campus tours for youths in 8th- 12th grades/
-Research, design, develop, and maintain innovative curriculum relevant to the student/learner population.
-Regularly lead, co-lead and observe programs at a variety of sites to test curriculum activities and support educators.
-Assist in identifying grant opportunities & writing applications with the Aggie Next Step Program Director and the 4-H/Youth Development Dept. Head.
-Assist in organizing on campus college/career tours for youth participants and their teachers.

Preferred Qualifications

Canvas Software

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact:  Allen Malone,(575) 646-3015, aamalone@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 or weekends

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

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.