Epidemiology Response Division/ Bureau of Health Emergency Management (DOH/CHP #10103368)

$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.

This position will be responsible for the tracking and reporting of workplan activities and deliverables that are outlined in the Public Health Emergency Preparedness Grant. This position will manage projects and work closely with local and state partners. This position will utilize multiple programs, such as Excel, to maintain and track performance and/or data in support of activities required by federal grants and Department of Health. This position will also help develop and submit grant applications within the federal systems, as well as assist with other job items as needed, such as conferences or meeting needs. And all other duties as assigned.

Why does the job exist?

Incumbent will work with subject matter experts to update and maintain performance outcomes coordination to ensure deadlines are met. Incumbent will also oversee and maintain the development of workplan activities based on guidance from subject matter experts.

How does it get done?

Incumbent will work with subject matter experts to update and maintain performance outcomes coordination to ensure deadlines are met. Incumbent will also oversee and maintain the development of workplan activities based on guidance from subject matter experts.

Who are the customers?

Incumbent will provide Support for New Mexico Department of Health- Bureau of Health Emergency Management Grants Coordinator and as well as other staff and personnel to ensure accurate and efficient tracking of grant deliverables.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this position will demonstrate the skills below:

Principles, practices, techniques, and procedures as related to emergency preparedness and response in a public health program.

Cultural humility and experience working in multicultural environments, including the ability to work with diverse staff and partners from community-based organizations, government staff, and elected officials.

Outstanding skills and abilities in verbal and written communications; ability to adapt a style to fit audiences of varying technical levels, and at various levels within an organization, in groups and individual settings.

Use professional concepts and agency objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Determination to achieve outcomes, complete tasks, and deliver on professional commitments. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook as well as Teams online meeting platform.

Plans, organizes, coordinates, assigns, provides direction, and reviews the work of assigned staff.

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Public Health or Education and two (2) years of experience in a health related field. Substitutions Apply. See Substitution Table below.

Substitution Table

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 6 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 6 years of experience 2 Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 4 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field AND 6 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 2 years of experience 4 Master's degree or higher in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 0 years of 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 is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage with standing for extended periods of time may be required. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Office noise, bending, standing and lifting. Some travel with occasional overnight stay may be required. There may be potential for mandatory overtime.

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Agency Contact Information: Tyson Whittaker (505) 231-4349. Email

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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.