Chief, Community Health Workers Office

New Mexico Department of Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Mexico Department of Health is seeking the Director of the Office of Community Health Workers to guide the strategic direction, oversee CHW programs including certification, training, and outreach, and manage a multi-source budget. This role requires leadership to advance public health initiatives and health equity across New Mexico.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree with substantial healthcare leadership experience and a track record in policy adherence, data handling, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with six or more years in healthcare leadership or related field
• Experience implementing health worker policies and procedures
• Ability to handle confidential client and staff data
• Delivery of public health initiatives in a fiscally responsible, culturally competent manner

Responsibilities

• Guide strategic direction of the Office of Community Health Workers
• Oversee design, implementation, and evaluation of CHW programs including certification, training, and outreach
• Manage a complex multi-source budget ensuring resources meet objectives and compliance
• Provide leadership, coaching, and staff development across the office

Skills

Policy compliance

Data confidentiality

Public health programs

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Job description

The New Mexico Department of Health is seeking the Director of the Office of Community Health Workers to guide the strategic direction, oversee CHW programs including certification, training, and outreach, and manage a multi-source budget. This role requires leadership to advance public health initiatives and health equity across New Mexico.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree with substantial healthcare leadership experience and a track record in policy adherence, data handling, and