Health Extension Regional Ofcr

University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

7d•$5,904 - $8,450•Remote

About The Position

Under limited supervision, develops, plans, oversees, and implements strategies and initiatives of the Health Extension Regional Office (HERO) for a specific geographic region and/or ethnic population of the state. The applicant must reside in San Juan or McKinley County, New Mexico, and possess demonstrated experience working with communities and community-based organizations in San Juan and/or McKinley counties. Integrates the various missions of the UNM Health Sciences Center (HSC) in urban, rural, and underserved communities and promotes opportunities to enhance the efficiency and delivery of clinical, educational, and research services to specified populations. Collaborates closely with key community partners to improve health and advance health equity in New Mexico. Serves as a key representative between the UNM HSC and the communities of San Juan and McKinley counties, driving alignment between community priorities and University resources, programs, and services.

Requirements

Master's degree
At least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Applicant must reside in San Juan or McKinley County, New Mexico.
Demonstrated experience working with communities and community-based organizations in San Juan and/or McKinley counties.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Social Drivers of Health needs
Experience working in higher education or health care or state
Experience working with the community

Responsibilities

Develops, plans, oversees, and implements strategies and initiatives of the Health Extension Regional Office (HERO) for a specific geographic region and/or ethnic population of the state.
Integrates the various missions of the UNM Health Sciences Center (HSC) in urban, rural, and underserved communities.
Promotes opportunities to enhance the efficiency and delivery of clinical, educational, and research services to specified populations.
Collaborates closely with key community partners to improve health and advance health equity in New Mexico.
Serves as a key representative between the UNM HSC and the communities of San Juan and McKinley counties, driving alignment between community priorities and University resources, programs, and services.