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Injury and Violence Prevention Specialist (DOH/CHP #72256)

Salary

 

$24.16 - $36.24 Hourly

$50,248 - $75,372 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C6

Posting Details

 
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

This position is in the Office of Injury and Violence Prevention (OIVP), which is housed in the Injury and Behavioral Epidemiology Bureau of the Center for Health Protection Services of the New Mexico Department of Health. This position will sit in the Injury Prevention Program Unit, which currently focuses on childhood injury prevention, adult falls prevention and a Childhood Fatality Review statewide surveillance system. OIVP also includes programs to prevent community violence, gun violence, sexual violence, and suicide. This office also manages New Mexico's National Violent Death Reporting surveillance system. The Office of Injury and Violence Prevention presently has over 20 positions, housed in three units: the epidemiology unit, the injury prevention unit, and the violence prevention unit.

Why does the job exist?

 
The successful candidate will serve in the classification of a prevention specialist in the role of Injury and Violence Prevention Specialist for the New Mexico Department of Health. He/She/They will be responsible for injury prevention education and program support. The candidate, in collaboration with injury and violence prevention coordinators, epidemiologists, statewide stakeholders and partners will strengthen networks and develop resources for effective and long-term injury and violence prevention programs in New Mexico. The work is done by using data to identify community and population needs and best practices for evidence-based prevention. The prevention specialist will assist in planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating injury related topics and programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies and environments which contribute to reduction in injuries in the state. They may be tasked with creating educational materials for healthcare professionals and community organizations that provide injury prevention and intervention services. They will assist in learning about adverse childhood experiences and other risk factors and protective factors related to injury prevention of the people of New Mexico.

How does it get done?

 
Strengthening networks and developing resources for effective and long-term injury prevention programs in New Mexico;
Creating or identifying evidence based injury prevention content, disseminating educational materials to professionals and community organization that provide injury prevention and intervention services;
Using data to identify community needs to plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate programs;
Organizing and facilitating routine and special meetings;
Assist in preparation of grant applications and reports; and
Adaptability to support the Injury Prevention, Violence Prevention, and Epidemiology Units as needed.

Who are the customers?

 
The job is done for the people of New Mexico, and the injury and violence prevention programs, related internal and external professionals, academic institutions and community organizations that serve them.

Ideal Candidate

 
We are looking for a team player with many of the following qualities:
A problem solver with critical thinking skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and planning skills.
Ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment and be responsive to multiple priorities and deadlines.
Expertise with electronic documents and document management systems.
Interest or experience in public health.
Ability or interest in managing state or federally funded programs and contracts, including the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention grants and reporting requirements.
Curiosity and a willingness to learn.

Minimum Qualification

 

Bachelor's Degree in Public Health or Education and one (1) year 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 five (5) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

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

 
The Injury Prevention Program Unit is an excellent team and we care deeply about the service and quality of our work. Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer / visual / video display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer, and virtual meetings, in person meetings, and telephone usage.  Work will be mostly self-directed and sometimes as part of a team. We are looking for someone who will join us in supporting the health of New Mexicans.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Cary Virtue 505-795-3582 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
04/24/2026
Job Reference
163032
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Category
Project/Program Management
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