What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farmworker Advanced (DCA #43177) position at State of New Mexico?
Posting Details
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
Please visit us at www.NMFarmandRanchMuseum.org
Created in 1978 by the New Mexico Legislature, the Department of Cultural Affairs represents New Mexico's dedication to preserving and celebrating the cultural integrity and diversity of our state. The Department oversees a broad range of New Mexico's arts and cultural heritage agencies. These include 15 divisions representing a variety of programs and services.
For at least 4,000 years, people have been growing food in this region, and the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces tells this amazing story through interactive exhibits, demonstrations, oral histories, objects, and educational programs. The campus features several barns, animals, a greenhouse, play areas for children, an amphitheater, the Heritage Garden and much more. Permanent and changing exhibits, as well as a theater, library, gift shop, snack bar, and meeting rooms are located in the 100,000-square-feet, ranch-style Bruce King Building. The combination of the beautiful, spacious main building and the 4-acre property with barns, trees, gardens, and animals create a physical working environment that is outstanding. The Museum's staff members have varied backgrounds and combine their skills to make an efficient, positive team.
Why does the job exist?
This position serves as a cowboy/farmworker on the Museum's working ranch and is responsible for maintaining the ranch grounds, cleaning animal stalls, maintaining farm equipment, and helping with the daily care and medical needs of cattle, sheep, and horses. Perform daily demonstrations to Museum visitors, and maintain a safe environment for the Museum's livestock and visitors. This position is essential for the museum's ranch operations and maintenance of a large, diverse herd of livestock. May assist museum staff with creating exhibit and educational programming based on ranch operations and livestock breeds.
How does it get done?
Daily responsibilities for the farmworker/cowboy include feeding and watering of livestock, cleaning stalls/pens, and repairing fences. The cowboy/farmworker performs weighing, branding, field medical treatment of livestock. In addition to livestock care, the duties include speaking to the public about ranching and farming practices, including public demonstrations in the arena. Must be able to train livestock and ride a horse for these demonstrations. Other public demonstrations include pony rides for children and shearing sheep. The farmworker/cowboy must have a respect for the livestock industry and love for working with cattle and sheep through long days including birthing season. Position is subject to working in adverse weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, and will include extended working hours to include evenings, weekends, and holidays due to livestock needs. Must be able to safely operate heavy equipment such as bulldozer, front end loader, dump truck, and backhoe.
Who are the customers?
This position serves New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum visitors.
Ideal Candidate
This position serves New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum visitors.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science, Aquaculture, Animal Science, or Wildlife Science, or other closely related, applicable field and one (1) year in farm or ranch related experience including basic construction, electrical, and plumbing skills, heavy and farm equipment operation/maintenance, fisheries, and/or wildlife habitat management. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling five (5) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Employment is subject to a pre-employment background investigation and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License.
Working Conditions
May require working in adverse weather conditions with extended periods of exposure to sunlight, heat, cold, and wind. Working conditions may include exposure to agricultural pesticides, chemicals, and livestock and their medications. Requires daily manual labor; long hours of standing and or walking, constant bending, twisting, and kneeling; and ability to operate light/heavy equipment. May be required to transport livestock for long periods of time driving in a truck pulling a livestock trailer. Extended hours or weekends to care for livestock, including routine feedings, birthing, and emergencies are required. Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs. Public speaking and demonstrations occur daily.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Greg Ball (575) 522-4100 or greg.ball@dca.nm.gov. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
Please visit us at www.NMFarmandRanchMuseum.org
Created in 1978 by the New Mexico Legislature, the Department of Cultural Affairs represents New Mexico's dedication to preserving and celebrating the cultural integrity and diversity of our state. The Department oversees a broad range of New Mexico's arts and cultural heritage agencies. These include 15 divisions representing a variety of programs and services.
For at least 4,000 years, people have been growing food in this region, and the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces tells this amazing story through interactive exhibits, demonstrations, oral histories, objects, and educational programs. The campus features several barns, animals, a greenhouse, play areas for children, an amphitheater, the Heritage Garden and much more. Permanent and changing exhibits, as well as a theater, library, gift shop, snack bar, and meeting rooms are located in the 100,000-square-feet, ranch-style Bruce King Building. The combination of the beautiful, spacious main building and the 4-acre property with barns, trees, gardens, and animals create a physical working environment that is outstanding. The Museum's staff members have varied backgrounds and combine their skills to make an efficient, positive team.
Why does the job exist?
This position serves as a cowboy/farmworker on the Museum's working ranch and is responsible for maintaining the ranch grounds, cleaning animal stalls, maintaining farm equipment, and helping with the daily care and medical needs of cattle, sheep, and horses. Perform daily demonstrations to Museum visitors, and maintain a safe environment for the Museum's livestock and visitors. This position is essential for the museum's ranch operations and maintenance of a large, diverse herd of livestock. May assist museum staff with creating exhibit and educational programming based on ranch operations and livestock breeds.
How does it get done?
Daily responsibilities for the farmworker/cowboy include feeding and watering of livestock, cleaning stalls/pens, and repairing fences. The cowboy/farmworker performs weighing, branding, field medical treatment of livestock. In addition to livestock care, the duties include speaking to the public about ranching and farming practices, including public demonstrations in the arena. Must be able to train livestock and ride a horse for these demonstrations. Other public demonstrations include pony rides for children and shearing sheep. The farmworker/cowboy must have a respect for the livestock industry and love for working with cattle and sheep through long days including birthing season. Position is subject to working in adverse weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, and will include extended working hours to include evenings, weekends, and holidays due to livestock needs. Must be able to safely operate heavy equipment such as bulldozer, front end loader, dump truck, and backhoe.
Who are the customers?
This position serves New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum visitors.
Ideal Candidate
This position serves New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum visitors.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science, Aquaculture, Animal Science, or Wildlife Science, or other closely related, applicable field and one (1) year in farm or ranch related experience including basic construction, electrical, and plumbing skills, heavy and farm equipment operation/maintenance, fisheries, and/or wildlife habitat management. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling five (5) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Employment is subject to a pre-employment background investigation and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License.
Working Conditions
May require working in adverse weather conditions with extended periods of exposure to sunlight, heat, cold, and wind. Working conditions may include exposure to agricultural pesticides, chemicals, and livestock and their medications. Requires daily manual labor; long hours of standing and or walking, constant bending, twisting, and kneeling; and ability to operate light/heavy equipment. May be required to transport livestock for long periods of time driving in a truck pulling a livestock trailer. Extended hours or weekends to care for livestock, including routine feedings, birthing, and emergencies are required. Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs. Public speaking and demonstrations occur daily.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Greg Ball (575) 522-4100 or greg.ball@dca.nm.gov. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
