Program Specialist, Sr

• 503572
• Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
• Staff
• Staff Full-time
• Closing at: Jun 3 2026 - 23:55 MDT
  
  

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Department Contact: byaksich@psl.nmsu.edu

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: Join our team as a Program Specialist, Sr

Position Details

Position Title: Program Specialist, Sr

College/Division: Physical Science Laboratory

Department: 470563-PSL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications.

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.00

FLSA Status: Exempt

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

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Plans and coordinates the development, implementation, and execution of a set of multiple sub-programs, special projects, and other initiatives designed to achieve the overall mission, goals, and objectives of the program. Oversees and administers all facets of the day-to-day operations of the various programs and activities related to the position’s specific disciplines. Serves as primary liaison with internal and external constituencies on all matters relating to program activities; represents the University with respect to program activities on a local, regional, and/or national basis. Plans, develops, and implements strategies for identifying and generating funding and/or resource opportunities for program activities, to include development of grant and other fundraising proposals. Provides and/or coordinates the provision of technical guidance, consultation, and related support to clientele within the area of program focus; provides day-to-day problem solving as necessary on program-related needs and issues. Creates, produces, and delivers a range of promotional, educational, and informational presentations and/or resource materials related to program activities and initiatives. Oversees and/or coordinates the collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data; develops, writes, edits, and presents comprehensive statistical and narrative program reports and evaluations. Participates in the development of operating goals and objectives for the unit; recommends, implements, and administers methods and procedures to enhance operations, as appropriate to the unit. May supervise staff and students to include 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. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

For the SEN Program Specialist, these duties focus on ensuring operational alignment between PSL and the Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) under the SEN initiative. The Specialist manages program administration, budget tracking, logistics, and reporting for contract deliverables. Responsibilities include coordinating workshops, outreach activities, and stakeholder communications that support SEN’s mission to expand broadband access for K–12 education. The position also monitors program compliance with contractual and policy requirements, ensuring timely documentation, data accuracy, and adherence to state and federal reporting standards.

The Specialist supports continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline processes, enhance documentation practices, and improve communication flow among program participants. Collaboration, organization, and attention to detail are key to ensuring that SEN program objectives are executed efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

Associate's Degree 4 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree 2 years of relevant experience.

Equivalent Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher level of education in related field

Three (3) years of experience related to the job duties and responsibilities

Special Certification/Licensure

Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must be able to provide documentation of US citizenship to be eligible for employment with the Physical Science Laboratory. Position is subject to random drug testing in compliance with its drug-free workforce requirements.

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 average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Recruitment Summary

We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures.

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

NMSU Global Campus

Since 1888, NMSU has proudly embodied this tradition, building relationships that last a lifetime while serving students who want to earn their degree and grow in their field. Today, NMSU Global Campus provides flexible, career-focused online education that helps our students transform their lives – and the lives of the people they love – through over 70 degree and certificate programs, skill-building microlearning courses, and career and talent development.

NMSU Main Campus

Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

Doña Ana Community College

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Alamogordo Campus

Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated “on the hill” above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.

Grants Campus

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Special Instructions to Applicants

The electronic application is the *official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.

EEO Statement

New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non-merit factor.