Program Specialist

499664

Remote Locations, New Mexico, United States

Staff

Staff Full-time

Closing at: May 24 2024 at 23:55 MDT



Position Title: Program Specialist



Employee Classification: Program Specialist



College/Division: Cooperative Extension Service



Department: 310021-EXTENSN HOME EC PGM UNIT



Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants



Location: Remote Locations



Offsite Location (if applicable): Any county within the state of NM



Target Hourly/Salary Rate: 38,426



Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0



Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt



Summary: The Center of Innovation for Behavioral Health and Wellbeing (COI) invites you to apply for the position of Program Specialist. COI address the pressing need to strengthen and expand children’s behavioral health services for families in New Mexico.



Classification Summary:

Plans and implements a single, narrow focused program initiative for an identified client-oriented operational entity of the University. Participates in the generation of the program resources and in the design and development of the program operating goals, objectives, and protocols. Serves as primary point of both internal and external representation and liaison with respect to the implementation, operational matters and compliance.Provides technical/professional and programmatic guidance, consultation, and support to client constituencies .



Classification Standard Duties:

Programs are usually self-funded and/or grant-funded from a major funding source or series of funding sources. Plans and coordinates the development, implementation, and execution of a single program, special project, or other initiative designed to achieve the overall mission, goals, and objectives of the program. Oversees and administers all facets of the day-to-day operations of the program and activities related to the position's specific discipline. Serves as primary liaison with internal and external constituencies on all matters relating to program activities; represents the University with respect to program activities on a local, regional, and/or national basis. Plans, develops, and implements strategies for identifying and generating funding and/or resource opportunities for program activities, to include development of grant and other fundraising proposals. Provides and/or coordinates the provision of technical guidance, consultation, related support to clientele within area of program focus; provides day-to-day problem solving as necessary on day-to-day program-related needs and issues. Creates, produces, and delivers a range of promotional, educational, and informational presentations, and/or resource materials related to program activities and initiatives. Oversees and/or coordinates the collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data; develops, writes, edits, and presents comprehensive statistical and narrative program reports and evaluations. Participates in the development of operating goals and objectives for the unit; recommends, implements, and administers methods and procedures to enhance operations, as appropriate to the unit.May supervise staff and/or student employees which includes: work allocation, training,promotion and enforcement of internal procedures and controls and problem resolution;evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions;motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.



Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency

Required Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience: One (1) year of professional experience related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency: None; Required Certification/License:



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE: Demonstrated professional knowledge and operational expertise within designated area of program focus.; SKILLS: Program planning, development, implementation, and leadership skills. Skill in examining and evaluating operations and developing and/or re-engineering operating strategies, systems, and procedures. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.; ABILITIES: Ability to determine informational needs, to collect and analyze information, and to devise and develop statistical analyses and reports. Ability to develop and deliver both oral and written presentations. Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart information to a range of clientele and/or media sources. Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments. Ability to develop and implement funding strategies and programs.



Job Duties and Responsibilities

The position supports statewide implementation of the State Of New Mexico NM High-Fidelity Wraparound program, assists in training coordination, and is responsible for the maintenance of training certification tracking. Coordinates day-to-day operations related to NM High-Fidelity Wraparound training, certification, provider applications, onboarding, program data collection, and reporting.



Preferred Qualifications



Knowledge of computer-based information management and data collection programs. Preferred skills include strong computer skills, organizational skills, implementation, and leadership skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.



Special Requirements of the Position



Department Contact: Brooke Stanley Tou, 575-646-6322, [email protected]



Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding



Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).



Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)



If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort



Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.



Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.



Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.



Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.