Performance Outcomes Coordinator (DOH/CHP #10103368)

New Mexico Department of Health; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Department of Health’s Bureau of Health Emergency Management seeks a detail-oriented professional to track and report work plan activities for the PHEP grant, coordinating with local and state partners to ensure timely deliverables.

The role involves managing grant applications in federal systems, preparing performance reports, and providing support to the Grants Manager. Strong writing, organizational, and coordination skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree and 1 year of related experience; 3 years total may substitute for education/experience.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with federal grant terminology and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Track and report work plan activities and deliverables for the PHEP grant.
• Develop and submit grant applications within federal systems; coordinate meetings and conferences.
• Assist Grants Manager and staff with grant deliverables and reporting.
• Update performance outcomes coordination and ensure deadlines are met.
• Coordinate across local and state partners to support grant objectives.

Skills

Technical writing

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Project coordination

Budgeting

Education

Associate Degree in Business Administration/Public Administration/Accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

Posting Details

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant list may be screened more than once.

Salary

$24.88 - $37.32 Hourly

$51,755 - $77,633 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C6

Posting Details

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant list may be screened more than once.

The Bureau of Health Emergency Management (BHEM) is a part of the Center for Health Protection (CHP) within the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH). We are responsible for planning, coordinating, and supporting the state's public health emergency preparedness and response efforts (FEMA ESF-8). We work with several key partners and stakeholders across the state, along with tribal partners and federal agencies to prepare for and respond to health emergencies such as disease outbreaks, natural disasters, and other hazards that impact population health.

Why does the job exist?

This position exists for the tracking and reporting of work plan activities and deliverables that are outlined in the Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) grant. The position will manage multiple 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 the NM Department of Health. This position will also help develop and submit grant applications within the federal systems, they will conduct, schedule and attend meetings, conferences and carry out all other duties as assigned.

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 work plan 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's Grants Manager as well as other staff and personnel to ensure accurate and efficient tracking of grant deliverables.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an organized, collaborative, and solutions-driven professional with experience managing complex federal grant requirements, balancing competing priorities, and ensuring timely, compliant program deliverables. They possess strong technical writing skills, are proficient in federal grant terminology, and have a working knowledge of public health emergency preparedness, including FEMA ESF-8.

This individual excels at collaborating across internal and external partners, monitoring work plans, tracking progress across multiple fiscal years, and resolving complex challenges through sound judgment and creative problem-solving. They demonstrate strong planning, organization, project coordination, document management, and audit readiness.

The successful candidate communicates effectively with diverse audiences, is proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Teams, and values continuous learning, cultural humility, and collaboration to advance bureau objectives.

Minimum Qualification

Associate Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or Accounting and one (1) year of directly related job experience in the areas of office administration, budgeting, purchasing, finance, accounting, auditing, cash management, contract management, and/or in the procedures of business and management principles involved in strategic planning. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling three (3) 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 within six (6) months of date of hire 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 maybe potential for mandatory overtime as well during public health emergency activations.

Supplemental Information

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.