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Senior Health Educator (DOH/MCP#10110447)

Salary

 

$24.16 - $36.24 Hourly

$50,248 - $75,372 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C6

Posting Details

 
Interviews are anticipated within two (2) weeks of closing date.

The NM Department of Health's Center for Medical Cannabis and Psilocybin works to enroll patients in the Medical Cannabis Program and ensure compliance with statute, rules, and regulations regarding enrollment. The Center for Medical Cannabis and Psilocybin also educates individuals, community partners, law enforcement, judiciary, and other partners regarding the effects of cannabis and psilocybin. The program also gathers and compiles statistics on patient use and access.

Why does the job exist?

 
The position will provide outreach and education to a variety of stakeholders, including, but not limited to, the development of training materials and for the Medical Cannabis and Psilocybin Programs. The position will also support the team with research, analysis, compilation and dissemination of health information regarding medical cannabis, cannabis, and medical psilocybin use.

How does it get done?

 
The position works closely with Health Education team to create materials, lead outreach events, and support work of advisory boards and committees.  The person in this position will provide presentations to constituents and stakeholders and organize public meetings.  This person will be responsible for supporting the work of the Center for Medical Cannabis and Psilocybin including generating reports, patient registry development and use, and other duties as assigned.

Who are the customers?

 
Customers include Center for Medical Cannabis and Psilocybin patients, the general public, coworkers, law enforcement agencies, community partners, other state agencies, and internal Department of Health partners.

Ideal Candidate

 
Experience creating culturally informed outreach materials, including, but not limited to, handouts and presentations
Comfortable with public speaking to a wide variety of audiences
Proficient in creating excel spreadsheets, graphs, and writing reports
Ability to compile and analyze data
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
Familiarity with statutes and the ability to interpret rules

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

 
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. In-state and out-of state travel may be required. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Rosalie Nava (505) 827-2321 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
05/27/2026
Job Reference
163987
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Category
Health Education Specialist
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