Bernalillo County

• Administers special project functions, including preparation and evaluation of proposals and compliance monitoring; provides technical assistance for related projects.
• Provides oversight and assistance in managing program contracts, demographic data, and other administrative and programmatic information. Analyzes and summarizes data for fiscal, administrative, and programmatic purposes.
• Collaborates with departmental personnel on problem resolution and program management initiatives; responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints.
• Assists in the development and monitoring of strategic plans and performance improvement efforts; prepares and reports results.
• Develops and maintains effective data collection and records management systems, including metrics to measure, audit, and report on program objectives. Designs effective methods for analyzing, preparing, and presenting program reports and statistics for internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitates and leads collaborative processes among diverse stakeholders to develop and coordinate a continuum of community-based programs.
• Coordinates, prepares, and evaluates program proposals; ensures compliance with federal, state, and county grant reporting requirements. Conducts and reports on compliance audits for program areas.
• Establishes and maintains effective partnerships with staff, behavioral health professionals, community service providers, and other stakeholders to ensure optimal program delivery.
• Analyzes proposed and pending local, state, and federal legislation; prepares program and fiscal impact reports and position papers related to behavioral health services.
• Serves as a department liaison and key point of contact. Coordinates internal and external workshops, delivers formal presentations, and participates in committees, conferences, task forces, and evaluation groups. Provides oversight and assistance in developing and implementing public health programs.
• Staffs or serves on committees, task forces, evaluation groups, and negotiating teams related to behavioral health and substance abuse treatment services.
• Maintains required program documentation.
• Provides support to direct care services as needed.
• Handles sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents, and decisions requiring discretion and confidentiality.

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Services or related field.
• Six (6) years of related work experience.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. 


SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

• The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:
• Must successfully complete a post-offer medical examination and background investigation.
• Must comply with all County safety guidelines.
• In accordance with the Caregivers Criminal History Screening Act (Sections 29-17-1 through 29-17-5 NMSA 1978), new hires at the Bernalillo County Behavioral Health Services facility are required to complete a caregiver criminal history screening. A conviction of a disqualifying condition is grounds for termination or may disqualify the applicant from employment.
• Must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to the position.
• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
• Work is performed on even, typically dry surfaces such as concrete, tile, or carpet.
• May work independently or as part of a team; occasionally may work with large groups of people.
• Required to work varying shifts, including day, swing, night, and/or weekends, to meet departmental needs.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

• Equipment used may include: telephone, cell phone, computer terminal, printer, keyboard, photocopier, fax machine, and calculator.