Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCM424: Social Services Manager (Senior Services)

Social Services Manager (Senior Services)

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCM424
9
None
       
       
Salary
As Hourly
As Annual
78,582.00 - 98,696.00 - 124,093.00 USD Annual
$37.78 - $47.45 - $59.66
$78,582.00 - $98,696.00 - $124,093.00

POSITION SUMMARY

The Social Services Manager (Senior Services) manages, develops, and implements health promotion and substance abuse prevention programs. Responsibilities include strategic planning, preparing grant proposals, and coordinating the annual budget. The position supervises staff, including hiring, training, performance assessment, coaching, discipline, and termination.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage health initiatives within the Community Services Division, including developing, promoting, and implementing health and substance abuse prevention programs in accordance with federal, state, and other applicable policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Supervise staff, including hiring, training, administering corrective actions, managing performance, developing improvement plans, and handling separations in compliance with relevant laws, policies, and procedures.
  • Coordinate budget preparation and manage program funds according to grant provisions and funding requirements.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations. Seek new funding opportunities and develop grant proposals.
  • Perform project management tasks, including conducting policy analysis and making recommendations.
  • Manage the preparation of agenda items for the Board of County Commissioners, ensuring submissions are complete, well-organized, and clearly written. Review and provide comments on items prior to presentation to the Deputy County Manager.
  • Oversee special projects and assigned division functions; direct staff as needed in those areas.
  • Coordinate and implement health-related goals and plans.
  • Serve on committees, task forces, and evaluation teams as assigned.


*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, Public Health, or a related field.
  • Nine (9) years of work experience in professional, administrative capacity in general management, project management, program analysis, budgeting, or finance.
  • Two (2) years in a managerial role.

*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:

  • Employee must successfully complete a post-offer medical examination and background check.
  • This is a safety-sensitive position. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.
  • Employee must follow all County safety guidelines.
  • Employee must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintain it while employed in this position.
  • Employee must complete all required FEMA training assigned to this role.
  • Employee must complete mandatory supervisor training, if applicable.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Most duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
  • Work typically takes place on an even, dry surface such as carpet or tile.
  • Employee frequently works independently, with or without direct supervision.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Equipment used includes a telephone, computer, printer, copy machine, and other standard office devices.
  • Materials handled include files, forms, reports, and various office supplies.

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