Requisition ID: req36867
Working Title: Health Extension Regional Ofcr
Position Grade: 15
Position Summary
Under limited supervision, plans, directs, and administers programs and initiatives designed to address Social Drivers of Health needs by enhancing the efficiency and delivery of clinical, educational, and other resources of the Health Sciences Center to urban, rural, and underserved communities. Directs the Regional Health Extension Hub; including collaboration with higher education, healthcare, community health improvement and philanthropy partners. Identifies and promotes opportunities for new and/or enhanced programs and services, directs major grant initiatives, oversees strategic program planning and development. Provides direction and support to the community-based organizations (Partner HEROs) contracting with OCH; Provides direction and support for the development of HSC outreach policy and procedure. Serves as community engagement representative for UNM-HSC in urban and rural communities.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Social Drivers of Health needs
- Experience working in higher education or health care or state
- Experience working with the community
Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) – Albuquerque, NM
Department: VP for Comm Health Administration (196A)
Employment Type: Staff
Staff Type: Term – Full-Time
Term End Date: 06/30/2027
Status: Exempt
Pay: Monthly: $5.844.80 – $8,366.80
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required: Yes
For Best Consideration Date: 6/14/2026
Eligible for Remote Work
Yes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please provide resume and cover letter
The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator.
