Wellness Program Coordinator

Bernalillo County; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 54,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bernalillo County is seeking a Wellness Program Coordinator in our Human Resources department to develop and support countywide employee wellness initiatives. You will use health data to guide program design, evaluate outcomes, and promote engagement and well-being.

The role partners with county leadership and benefits teams to align wellness with strategic objectives, manages onsite and virtual events, and ensures compliance with policies while maintaining confidentiality of health information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of program coordination or employee wellness experience.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate findings clearly.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and county policies.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and supports countywide wellness programs aligned with benefits strategy.
• Uses health data and utilization trends to guide program design and improvement.
• Evaluates program outcomes and recommends data-driven changes to engagement and cost-effectiveness.
• Leads wellness initiatives including preventive health, fitness, education, and incentives.
• Partners with leadership and benefits stakeholders to align wellness with objectives.

Skills

Data analysis

Project coordination

Employee wellness

Public health

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health / Health Promotion / HR / Business Administration

Job description

Job Posting Title:Wellness Program CoordinatorDepartment:Human ResourcesLocation:415 SILVER AVE SWPay Range:$54,018.00 - $85,363.00Close Date:October 2, 2026Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more.The Wellness Program Coordinator develops, implements, and supports comprehensive employee wellness programs and initiatives that promote employee health and well-being, support health promotion and employee engagement efforts, and align with County benefits strategy, policies, and organizational goals.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDevelops, implements, and supports Countywide employee wellness programs aligned with organizational and benefits strategy.Uses health and benefits data, including claims and utilization trends, to assess needs, evaluate outcomes, and guide program design and improvement.Evaluates program effectiveness and recommends data-driven changes to increase engagement, improve health outcomes, and enhance cost-effectiveness.Leads design and continuous improvement of wellness initiatives, including preventive health, behavioral health, fitness, education, and incentive-based programs.Partners with County leadership, departments, and benefits stakeholders to align wellness programming with broader employee health and benefits objectives.Participates in wellness and benefits governance committees and workgroups to support strategic planning and decision-making.Oversees program operations, including scheduling, coordination, and delivery of onsite and virtual wellness initiatives and events.Manages vendor relationships, including coordination of services, performance monitoring, and contract support.Researches industry trends and best practices to inform program development and innovation.Develops wellness communications and materials, including campaigns, presentations, and employee engagement resources.Tracks, analyzes, and reports program performance metrics and outcomes to leadership and stakeholders.Supports wellness program budgeting, resource planning, and procurement processes.Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and County policies, including benefits-related requirements.Maintains accurate program documentation and ensures confidentiality of employee health and benefits-related information.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.Two (2) years of experience in program coordination, employee wellness, employee engagement, public health, human resources, or a related field with direct responsibility for employee-facing programs or services.*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONSCREENING AND COMPLIANCEThe offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.Adherence to all County safety guidelines.Complete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.WORKING CONDITIONSMost essential duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.Indoor working surface is even and may be carpeted or tiled.Indoor surfaces are typically dry and may involve the use of stairs.Works alone primarily, with or without directions.Works with a group or team as required.EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALSEquipment typically used includes a telephone, computer, printer, copier, and other standard office equipment.Materials handled include files, reports, forms, and general office supplies.May be required to drive a County vehicle in the course of duties.