What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Outreach Coordinator (OAAA #10117351) position at State of New Mexico?
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two (2) weeks of closing date.
The State Office of African American Affairs (OAAA) is charged with studying, identifying and providing possible solutions to issues of concern that is relevant to the African American Community. The New Mexico OAAA recognizes the need for targeted intervention strategies that address the produce sustained results. To that end, New Mexico OAAA endeavors to establish approaches that will strengthen collaborative networks that sustain on-going advocacy in the following focus areas: Advocacy and Policy, Community Development, Economic Development, Education Advancement, and Health Awareness.
Why does the job exist?
This position exists to support the mission of OAAA by serving as the Community Outreach Coordinator, focused on planning, organizing, and implementing programs for New Mexico's Black/African American population. This position will provide and manage resources, develop partnerships with community organizations and other state agencies, and develop interventions and strategies aimed at positively transforming communities. In addition, the Community Outreach Coordinator will collaborate with the other OAAA pillars to deliver holistic support.
How does it get done?
This position is responsible for:
This job is done for the marginalized and underrepresented Black/African American population in New Mexico statewide.
Ideal Candidate
This job is done for the marginalized and underrepresented Black/African American population in New Mexico statewide.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Education,
Sociology, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and/or Family Studies/Services and four (4) years of any combination of experience including working with communities, working on health or social service related matters, social work/case management experience, behavioral health, and/or health care. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related
field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling eight (8) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License and 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 within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed both in an office and out in the community with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), extensive personal computer and phone usage. This position will also require occasional lifting up to 50 pounds or less. This position is required to travel and work non-traditional hours due to programming.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Jordan Locke, (505) 994-5481 or Jordan.Locke@oaaa.nm.gov. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two (2) weeks of closing date.
The State Office of African American Affairs (OAAA) is charged with studying, identifying and providing possible solutions to issues of concern that is relevant to the African American Community. The New Mexico OAAA recognizes the need for targeted intervention strategies that address the produce sustained results. To that end, New Mexico OAAA endeavors to establish approaches that will strengthen collaborative networks that sustain on-going advocacy in the following focus areas: Advocacy and Policy, Community Development, Economic Development, Education Advancement, and Health Awareness.
Why does the job exist?
This position exists to support the mission of OAAA by serving as the Community Outreach Coordinator, focused on planning, organizing, and implementing programs for New Mexico's Black/African American population. This position will provide and manage resources, develop partnerships with community organizations and other state agencies, and develop interventions and strategies aimed at positively transforming communities. In addition, the Community Outreach Coordinator will collaborate with the other OAAA pillars to deliver holistic support.
How does it get done?
This position is responsible for:
- Planning, designing, and implementing culturally relevant community development related programs aligned with OAAA's mission and strategic goals.
- Organizing workshops, events, and community forums.
- Collecting and analyzing data to inform program development and reporting on outcomes.
- Monitoring and evaluating program effectiveness and making adjustments to enhance impact.
- Developing strategies for engagement with local and state government.
- Establishing and building new agency collaborations and partnerships.
- Representing OAAA at educational and community events across the state.
- Collaborating with OAAA's other pillars: Health, Education, Economic Development, and Policy and Advocacy, to ensure holistic community support.
This job is done for the marginalized and underrepresented Black/African American population in New Mexico statewide.
Ideal Candidate
This job is done for the marginalized and underrepresented Black/African American population in New Mexico statewide.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Education,
Sociology, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and/or Family Studies/Services and four (4) years of any combination of experience including working with communities, working on health or social service related matters, social work/case management experience, behavioral health, and/or health care. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related
field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling eight (8) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License and 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 within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed both in an office and out in the community with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), extensive personal computer and phone usage. This position will also require occasional lifting up to 50 pounds or less. This position is required to travel and work non-traditional hours due to programming.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Jordan Locke, (505) 994-5481 or Jordan.Locke@oaaa.nm.gov. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
