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Community Outreach Specialist (DOH/PHD/PCHB #30890)

Salary

 

$23.07 - $36.91 Hourly

$47,989 - $76,782 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 65

Posting Details

 
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.  APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE. 

The Nicotine Use Prevention and Control (NUPAC) Program is a program within the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) that serves to provide education, prevention, and cessation services on nicotine and commercial tobacco use.  NUPAC is housed within the Population & Community Health Bureau (PCHB). PCHB advances the health of New Mexicans through a variety of programs and initiatives that address chronic disease prevention and management, oral health, increasing access to healthcare services through provider recruitment and retention and of clinical providers, supporting Community Health Workers/Community Health Representatives and by enhancing the delivery of clinical and behavioral services through School-Based Health Centers.  The New Mexico Department of Health advances health equity by working with partners to promote health and well-being and improve health outcomes for all people in New Mexico.  The Population and Community Health Bureau works to improve access to quality healthcare by providing collaborative leadership and resources to healthcare and community organizations.

Why does the job exist?

 
This position exists to engage and educate diverse communities to prevent nicotine use, especially among populations and communities who experience greater adverse outcomes from such use; build partnerships, promote cessation resources, and support equitable public health efforts through outreach, education and advocacy.

How does it get done?

 
Key responsibilities of this position include education and outreach to communities, community organizations, state agency programs, health councils, and other interested stakeholders across New Mexico;  provide support to the southeast region of New Mexico and other regions, as needed; using evidence-based programs and initiatives to advance health equity; promoting and communicating NUPAC and NMDOH's initiatives; developing and negotiating scopes of work for contracts supporting efforts of the program; monitoring and providing oversight of contracted activities to ensure deliverables are completed within the timeline specified; providing technical assistance and support to contractors and stakeholders to enhance implementation of programs and services.

Who are the customers?

 
All New Mexico residents, community coalitions, health councils, program contractors and partners, public health professionals, health care professionals, community organizations, stakeholders, and other state agencies.

Ideal Candidate

 
1. Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Community Health, Public Health, or other health-related field of study.  Master's degree a plus.
2. Experience in and knowledge of public health principles and approaches.
3. Moderate to advance writing skills for a variety of audiences.  Experience in grant writing a plus.
4. Moderate to advanced public speaking skills; advance writing skills for a variety of audiences. 
5. Experience working towards achieving health equity in priority populations, including tribal communities.

Minimum Qualification

 
Bachelor's degree in Public Health or Education and two (2) years of experience in a health related field. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Substitution Table

 

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:

 Education ExperienceEducation Experience
1High School Diploma or EquivalentAND6 years of experienceORHigh School Diploma or EquivalentAND6 years of experience
2Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualificationAND4 years of experienceAssociate's degree or higher in any fieldAND6 years of experience
3Bachelor's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualificationAND2 years of experience 
4Master's degree or higher in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualificationAND0 years of experience 

• Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.

• If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.

Employment Requirements

 
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. 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.

Working Conditions

 
Work is performed in-person with exposure to office Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive computer and phone usage.  Some travel will be required.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Anthony Garcia (505) 627-5215. 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.

Date Posted
07/10/2025
Job Reference
155855
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Albuquerque, NM
Category
Public Affairs & Communication
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