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Las Cruces, NM - USA

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PositionTitle: Program ManagerSr

Employee Classification: Program ManagerSr

College/Division: New Mexico Dept of Agriculture

Department: 180651NMDA AG PGMS AND RESOURCES DIV

Internal or External Search:External Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $59965.78 entry; Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Appointment Fulltime Equivalency: 1.0

Exempt or NonExempt: Exempt

Summary: The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) works for the benefit of the states citizens and supports the viability of agriculture and affiliated industries. NMDA promotes food protection a uniform and fair marketplace and global marketing and economic development; supports the beneficial use of natural resources; and works cooperatively with public and private sector entities. Opportunities for excellence abound and NMDA staff dedicate themselves to proactive service in fulfilling the departments mission. Each division plays an important role in carrying out the goals and objectives. Our rich agricultural history culture and traditions are addressed through new and innovative approaches using the latest in science technology and economic strategies. In New Mexico we contribute to the safest and most affordable and nutritious food supply on the globe.

NMDA is a constitutional agency organized under the Board of Regents of New Mexico State University (NMSU). This unique relationship creates efficiencies and opportunities for New Mexicos food and agriculture sector as well as service and outreach opportunities for NMSU making NMDA an integral part of the university. NMDA/NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Classification Summary:
Under indirect supervision oversees a large integrated program consisting of a set of interconnected activities and a group of associated separately funded programs. Implements workscope establishes funding provides program planning budgeting and administration and develops related operational policies and procedures. The programs/projects administered are usually focused on an associated set of complementary objectives within an overall mission; may be scientific research services and/or education oriented.

Classification Standard Duties:
Programs are usually selffunded and/or grantfunded from a major funding source or series of funding sources. Plans develops implements and coordinates a university project(s) or program(s). Designs and implements systems to collect maintain and analyze data; generates interim progress reports final reports and other information related to project(s) or program(s). Establishes and implements short and longrange goals objectives policies and operating procedures; monitors and evaluates operational effectiveness and effects changes required for improvement. Directs manages and oversees the daily administrative components of program(s)/project(s). Designs establishes and maintains staffing and an organizational structure to effectively accomplish the program/project function;Oversees the supervision of personnel which 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. Develops and implements systems and processes to establish and maintain records for the operating unit. Performs community liaison and outreach activities for programs. May engage in contract negotiations and perform research; may produce and market project(s) and product(s). Develops and manages annual budgets for the organization and performs periodic cost and productivity analyses. Plans and develops strategies for generating resources and revenues for the project; may prepare contract and grant proposals. Recommends participates in the development of and establishes policies and procedures; may serve on department/division/university planning and policymaking committees. May represent the university to various institutional divisions as well as externally entities. Provides expertise in a specialized field and often participates in local or statewide task forces. Performs miscellaneous jobrelated duties as assigned.miscellaneous jobrelated duties as assigned.

Required Education Experience Certification/License Equivalency
Required Education:Bachelors degree in a related field.; Required Experience:Five 5 years of professional experience related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency:None; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of contracts and grants preparation and management. Knowledge of management principles and practices. Knowledge of financial/business analysis techniques.; SKILLS:Skill in the use of computers preferably in a PC Windowsbased 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 budget preparation and fiscal management. Program planning and implementation skills. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. Skill in examining and reengineering operations and procedures formulating policy and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.; ABILITIES:Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures. Ability to serve on task forces and/or committees. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to gather data compile information and prepare reports. Ability to develop plan and implement short and longrange goals. Ability to design and implement systems necessary to collect maintain and analyze data. Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments. Ability to identify and secure alternative funding/revenue sources.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
Work closely with the division director to ensure the delivery of statutory programs agency initiatives and state priorities. Provide oversight of division programs and external contracts analyze outcomes plan program implementation seek and apply for funding opportunities establish goals and objectives related to effectively delivery of programs for the betterment of agricultural constituents and the public. Provide outreach to stakeholders oversee relevant staff represent the division/department as needed/appropriate. Participate in state planning and policy work related to a wide range of natural resources policy issues including but not limited to: federal public lands management climate policy threatened and endangered species water resources soil and rangeland heath forestry and noxious weeds. Review budgeting in areas of responsibility and provide recommendations to the division director.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge and experience working with agricultural stakeholders and natural resources management in New Mexico.

Special Requirements of the Position
A Cover Letter and Unofficial Transcripts are required.

Department Contact: Cheryl MasonHerrera

Contingent Upon Funding:Contingent upon funding

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

Standard Work Schedule:Standard (MF 85

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

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

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of averageweight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.


Required Experience:

Manager

Employment Type

Full-Time

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