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WIC Vendor Coordinator (DOH/PHD/WIC #11314)

Salary

 

$26.57 - $39.86 Hourly

$55,273 - $82,909 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C7

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 WIC Program, Department of Health and Food and Nutrition Bureau safeguards the health of nutritionally at-risk low-income pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infant, children and seniors by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, nutrition information for healthy eating, health counseling, breastfeeding support, nutrition classes, cooking classes, and referrals to health care providers and social services.

Why does the job exist?

 
This is a new position to assist the WIC Vendor Section providing support with work on special projects, such as forecasting models and redemption trends to ensure program integrity.  Additionally, the coordinator will oversee the federal FDP reporting site, investigates and responds to complaints and issues warning letters and assists in FNS audits.

How does it get done?

 
Collect and submit data for federal, state, and local reports.

Draft and implement policies and procedures in accordance with state and federal agencies.

Ensure all services and operations meet federal requirements and guidelines.

Manage communications with vendors regarding program updates, policy changes, and operations.

Oversee forecasting food models and redemption tends to ensure program integrity.

Who are the customers?

 
WIC staff support, clients, vendors, Food and Nutrition Services (FNS), and community partners.

Ideal Candidate

 
The ideal candidate is organized professional with technical proficiency and a data analytics. Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment and ability to multitask, work as a team and communicate effectively.

Minimum Qualification

 
Associate's Degree and three (3) years of experience in 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 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 Certification 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 primarily in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer to include working with computers, faxes, copiers and printers, and phone usage with extended periods of sitting, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, reaching, and kneeling. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Melissa Valdez (505) 469-0929 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
03/21/2026
Job Reference
162129
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Category
Project/Program Management
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