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Floor Crew
About Us: Mountains, streams, deserts, ancient ruins, world-class art, varied culture and a crazy-good brew and food scene. That’s the New
Mexico life KOB 4 employees enjoy every day. The variety represented in our state drives a news organization that covers a wide range of stories
from award-winning investigations and special projects to heart-touching profiles of people and real life issues you won’t find anywhere else.
Sound good? Come live in an amazing state and join the KOB 4 team as we proudly “Stand 4 New Mexico”!
Job Overview: This position is responsible for all of the studio production elements as well as the operation of studio cameras and production
equipment for live and recorded television newscasts and shows.
Surveillance Officer Leadworker
Essential Tasks: Position assigned to the Probation Unit. Monitoring Program Compliance – Perform both scheduled and spontaneous site visits to participant’s home, school, work or other locations to monitor program compliance; monitor ignition interlock compliance; track and administer breath or urine drug tests as necessary; and supervise participants in work details, physical training or special projects as part of community service program requirements. Administrative – Document all interaction with program participants in case management system; maintain current case files; prepare precise written reports detailing participant program compliance; attend court proceedings as appropriate; participate and provide input during meetings with court staff and other programs; track and record community service participation; and maintain drug testing equipment and supplies. May participate and attend conferences and training; assist in training new employees; participate in community education and outreach related to court programs. May perform other duties as assigned in order to meet the operational needs of the Court. A more comprehensive job description is available at http://metro.nmcourts.gov or may be obtained in the Human Resources Division of the Metropolitan Court.
Reporter
Job Overview: This position is responsible for covering and reporting the news for the station.
Job Responsibilities:
Present live on television scripted and unscripted news reports; may present live stories from the scene of the news, the newsroom and/or
studio or may tape stories for later broadcast.
Enterprise and develop stories for broadcast daily. Research and gather content for story. Write clear, accurate and interesting stories.
Break down complicated and involved stories so that they are easy to understand. Ensure that any visuals shown are relevant, appropriate
and impactful. Maintain standards of accuracy and fairness in news coverage.
Write for and maintain strong presence on website and other social media platforms.
Travel to the scene of a news story to gather and compile the information into the proper form for broadcast.
Complete assignments according to established deadlines.
Maintain extensive community contacts and awareness of local and national current events.
Make promotional and community appearances as required.
Maintain professional standards with regard to wardrobe, hair, cosmetics, and other areas of grooming as required for position.
Write and post stories to website and other digital media platforms. Frequently update online stories.
Work closely and respectfully with assigned photographers.
Communicate frequently throughout the day and work collaboratively with others in the newsroom.
Contribute to the overall team effort to provide the market with the best possible local television journalism. Work in a team environment
cooperatively and collaboratively with a variety of people. Build working relationships with co-workers, community members, and the general
public.
Act in a professional manner when representing the station.
Attend editorial and strategic meetings. Contribute story ideas on a daily basis.
Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed, as assigned by
the News Director.
Complete other duties as requested and needed
Tri County Farmer’s Market
Here are the key highlights:
• Position: Summer Internship at Tri County Farmer’s Market
• Duration: Approximately May 3rd – September 30th, 2025 (approximately 250 hours)
• Key Responsibilities:
• Assistant Market Manager duties on Saturday mornings (7:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
• Monthly farm/worksite visits and report writing for marketing purposes
• Facilitating monthly kids programming at the market
• Support in developing/executing marketing strategies and fundraising
• Assisting in internship evaluation and design for 2026
• Learning Focus: Design and achieve personal learning and skill development goals.
• Stipend: $800 upon successful completion.
Youth Conservation Corps Summer Crew
From the US Forest Service:
The Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) is a summer youth employment program that engages young adults in meaningful work experiences on federal public lands. Crew members are engaged in fun, exciting work projects designed to develop an ethic of environmental stewardship and civic responsibility such as trail maintenance; preserving and repairing historic buildings; removing invasive species; helping with wildlife and land research; and leading environmental education. YCC supports the 21st Century Conservation Service Corps, or 21CSC, mission to put thousands of America’s young people to work protecting, restoring, and enhancing America’s great outdoors.
Judicial Specialist
Essential Tasks: This is an essential position. Employee is on call and may be required to work weekends and holidays and during other court closures. Overtime is frequently required when court is in session beyond normally scheduled working hours. Under general direction, participate in the clerical, technical, analytical and administrative duties involved in case processing, file maintenance, case management and the clerical business of the court through the application of knowledge of statutes, rules, regulations and court or program procedures, as well as through the application of knowledge of human relation skills. As a lead worker you must have the ability to work with large volumes of work under high stress situations while multitasking. Duties predominantly involve overseeing judicial specialists by assigning and checking work and by evaluating ongoing work. Knowledge of civil and criminal procedures and a thorough knowledge of judicial specialist duties and responsibilities. Monitor compliance with established court rules and procedures. Have the ability to get along with others and to work under stress. May participate in evaluations; train and serve on interview panels. May order and maintain supplies and maintain leave records. Maintain statistics and assists the public. May perform other duties as assigned, to meet the operational needs of the Court. A more comprehensive job description is available at https://metro.nmcourts.gov or may be obtained in the Human Resources Division of the Metropolitan Court.
Summer Research and Mentorship Stipend Student Application
FORT-CREST PROJECT SUMMARY
The Forest Restoration Triangle – Centers for Research Excellence in Science and Technology (FORT-CREST) program strives to increase New Mexico Highlands University undergraduate student involvement in professional research, provide research opportunities for graduate students, and facilitate post-university employment as forest managers and researchers, particularly for underrepresented minorities in STEM. The Center will engage students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) coursework and research with ongoing mentoring and support provided by peers and faculty.
EMI Program Compliance
Position Description: This is an AmeriCorps VISTA position ideal for those pursuing careers in public administration, law, or nonprofit management. The EMI Program Compliance VISTA will support in ensuring EMI meets federal grant requirements by assisting with program evaluation, data collection and reporting, and policy development and compliance procedures.
Metropolitan Court probation Officer
Essential Tasks: Under direction, prepare pre-sentencing reports, appear in court to present recommendations on treatment and sentencing, supervise defendants on probation and manage cases. Investigate defendants’ educational, family, criminal and social background, and/or previous treatment compliance. Assess and determine the risks and needs of defendants for treatment and/or acceptance into programs. Review police and court reports. Analyze, verify, justify and report treatment and sentencing recommendations to the court. Develop, interpret and implement supervision plan for defendant. Monitor defendants’ compliance with sentencing and conditions of probation by establishing interaction and regularly scheduled meetings. Perform crisis management and conflict resolution with defendant and family when necessary. Schedule hearings and notify parties involved. Appear in court to elaborate, defend or respond to information in pre-sentencing report. Inform and subpoena witnesses. Confer with state and defense attorneys and provide advice and recommendations. Continually report status of defendant to the court. Maintain current roster of defendants. Secure, manage, update and govern individual case files by assuring that files contain necessary copies of essential and relevant documents. Respond to inquiries on defendants. Provide information and referrals to former clients. Aid other law enforcement agencies or probation officers with investigations and supervision of other defendants. May assign and approve work of others, train employees and/or provide informal feedback on performance in the absence of the Chief Probation Officer. Be able to get along with others and to work under stress. The employee is expected to be punctual and to adhere to assigned work schedule. May perform other duties as assigned to meet the Court’s operational needs. A more comprehensive job description is available at http://metro.nmcourts.gov or may be obtained in the Human Resource Division of the Metropolitan Court.