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Communications Coordinator

State of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2025

23.07 - $36.91 Hourly

47,989 - $76,782 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 65

Posting Details

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

The Worker's Compensation Administration assures the quick and efficient delivery of indemnity and medical benefits to injured workers at a reasonable cost to employers.

Why does the job exist?

This position coordinates highly visible media relations and public information on complex and sensitive public relations issues for the Workers' Compensation Administration; to act as the liaison to the Governor's communications office for strategic planning of media relations efforts and initiatives; and, to coordinate the Agency's and Advisory Council's mission and objectives.

How does it get done?

Key Responsibilities include : - Recommend communication strategies on sensitive, political and highly visible agency issues.- Coordinate with senior leadership on major projects to promote organizational campaigns andeducational and regulatory responsibilities of the agency.- Provide quality control for administration publications.- Research and respond to news reporter's questions and requests for information of public interestin coordination with the agency's General Counsel and Governor's communications office.- Coordinate, plan, and orchestrate logistics of Advisory Council meetings and activities andensure compliance with the Open Meetings Act.

Who are the customers?

Citizens of New Mexico, Agency staff, Advisory Council members, the Governor, and legislatures.

Ideal Candidate

  • Experience with social media platforms (i.e. Facebook, Linkedln)- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with agency customers, high level executives andelected officials in person md in writing- Knowledge of or ability to learn design software for agency publications- Experience with coordinated outreach initiatives

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in marketing and two (2) years of experience in journalism, advertising, and and / or marketing. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and / or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Substitution Table

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position : Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent

6 years of experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent

6 years of experience 2 Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification

4 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field

6 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification

2 years of experience 4 Master's degree or higher in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification

0 years of experience

  • Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.
  • If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.
  • Employment Requirements

    Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.

    Working Conditions

    Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual Video Display Terminal (VDTI and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending, lifting and reaching may be required. Ability to complete assignments with a high level of accuracy within strict time constraints. Frequent use of office machine and equipment. Must be able to lift 25-30 lbs. Occasional travel may be required. Experience using Microsoft Office applications are preferred.

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    Agency Contact Information : Alexis Armijo (505)841-6028 Email

    For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

    Bargaining Unit Position

    This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

    Salary : $47,989 - $76,782

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