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Community Outreach Specialist (DOH/PHD/PCHB #56351)

Salary

 

$24.16 - $36.24 Hourly

$50,248 - $75,372 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C6

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 New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is one of the executive branch agencies of the State of New Mexico. Our mission is to ensure health equity; we work with our partners to promote health and well-being and improve health outcomes for all people in New Mexico.

The Diabetes Prevention and Control Program is a Public Health Program within the Population and Community Health Bureau (PCHB) of the New Mexico Department of Health.

Why does the job exist?

 
This position seeks to reduce the burden of diabetes in New Mexico among populations and communities who experience greater adverse outcomes from the disease.

How does it get done?

 
Key responsibilities of this position include: planning, implementation and evaluation of diabetes prevention and management outreach activities, using a variety of evidence-based programs and initiatives and that advance health equity; coordinating health marketing, promotion and communication initiatives and serving as the primary contact for special events, media requests, and website and referral oversight; developing and negotiating scopes of work for contracts that support efforts of the program; monitor and provide oversight of contracted activities to ensure deliverables are completed within the timeline specified; provide technical assistance and support to contractors and community partners to enhance implementation of programs and services.

Who are the customers?

 
All people of New Mexico at risk for developing, or who have diabetes.  The job focuses efforts on tailored initiatives that reach the Program's identified priority populations who experience a disproportionate burden of diabetes.

Ideal Candidate

 
Experience in and knowledge of sound public health principles and approaches, in particular as they relate to diabetes prevention and management

Advanced writing skills for a variety of audiences, including report writing and creation of tailored educational materials. 

Contract development and oversight experience

Community and partnership development and sustainability experience

Experience locating and using public health data to support public health initiatives

Minimum Qualification

 
Associate's Degree and two (2) years of experience program administration or project management in areas related to the purpose of the position. Any combination of education and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Employment Requirements

 
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Working Conditions

 
Work is usually performed in an office setting, with extensive exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), personal computer, tablet, printer, calculator, cellphone, copy machine, scanner, keyboard, and telephone usage. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. (bending, stooping and reaching) and meet numerous deadlines. Occasional travel, working extra hours, working on weekends and holidays.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Lindsey Goodhue, (505) 403-7820, 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
12/10/2025
Job Reference
159851
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Albuquerque, NM
Category
Public Affairs & Communication
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