Department Contact: Cheryl Mason-Herrera, 575-646-7523, cmason@nmda.nmsu.edu
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Advertising Summary: The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) works for the benefit of the state’s 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 department’s 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 Mexico’s 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.
Position Details
Position Title: Metrologist Intermediate
College/Division: New Mexico Dept of Agriculture
Department: 180960-NMDA METROLOGY LABORATORY
Location: Las Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
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 funding
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule:
Job Duties and Responsibilities: In the capacity of working with NMDA in the Metrology Laboratory, must participate in Inter-laboratory comparisons with other State Laboratories and required National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and National Voluntary Laboratory Auditing Program (NVLAP). The metrologist for NMDA calibrates artifacts defined by its Scope of Recognition and/or Accreditation and ensures that the Laboratory remains recognized per New Mexico Weights and Measures Law Chapter 57, Article 17 by NIST in order to provide standard calibration services to NMDA and constituents.
Apply measurement science, mathematics, physics, and engineering principles to develop and/or design and support measurement systems, processes, and procedures for calibration of inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IM&TE) based on analysis of measurement problems, accuracy and precision requirements. Use statistics to analyze calibration standards and processes. Evaluate new calibration methods and procedures. Recommend calibration standards. Monitor compliance with calibration laboratory and/or departmental quality systems. May develop software to assist in calibration laboratory and/or departmental processes. May perform laboratory and/or departmental administration and management.
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:
Experience in the use of Microsoft Excel and other software. Science based background or coursework and experience in mathematics, physics, statistical analysis or physics.
Special Certification/Licensure:
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. repetitively and obtain/maintain NMSU forklift certification.
Successful completion of the basic math test from NIST Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Metrology, Mass Metrology, and Volume Metrology Seminars and their associated Laboratory Auditing Program problems within two years of hire.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment: Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Physical Effort: Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.
Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.
Risk: Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.