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Health Educator- A (DOH/PHD/PCHB #69900)

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 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 activities, using a variety of evidence-based programs and initiatives and that advance health equity; coordinating health marketing, promotion and communication initiatives and serves as the primary contact for special events and media requests; 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

 
1. Experience in and knowledge of sound public health principles and approaches, in particular as they relate to diabetes prevention and management
2. Advanced writing skills for a variety of audiences, including report writing and creation of tailored educational materials. 
3. Contract development and oversight experience
4. Community and partnership development and sustainability experience
5. Experience locating and using public health data to support public health initiatives

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:

 1High School Diploma or EquivalentAND6 years of experienceORHigh School Diploma or EquivalentAND6 years of experience2Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualificationAND4 years of experienceAssociate's degree or higher in any fieldAND6 years of experience3Bachelor'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 ExperienceEducation 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 in an office setting with exposure to visual/video display terminal (VTD) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Ability to work from home (telework), if required, with access to reliable internet connection and computer device(s). Ability to lift up to 40 lbs (bending, stooping and reaching) and meet numerous deadlines.

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
06/10/2025
Job Reference
155172
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Albuquerque, NM
Category
Health Education Specialist
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