Director of Policy and Communications (DOH/OPA #11940)

Salary $46.33 - $74.12 Hourly $96,358 - $154,173 Annually This position is a Pay Band C12 Posting Details Interviews are anticipated within two (2) weeks of closing date. Why does the job exist? The Director of Policy and Communication will provide direction and leadership for Marketing, Communication, Policy and Performance Management areas including establishing strategic direction and annual workplans and goals. The Director will develop relationships within the organization to ensure that programs are being supported with their communication and marketing needs. External relationships with legislators, legislative staff, other agency staff will be critical for success. Through collaboration with various divisions and analysis of relevant data and trends, this role contributes to the organization's adaptability and effectiveness in achieving its aims. This role establishes and maintains processes for engaging external stakeholders, including the legislature, legislative committee staff and interim committee staff, other municipalities and elected leaders, and community organizations. The position requires flexibility, strategic thinking, problem solving ability, and extensive knowledge of Public Health. How does it get done? In conjunction with the Secretary of the Department, establish an annual legislative agenda and workplan. Track and manage bills and provide feedback as requested. Assist program staff that are required to testify during session or during the interim. Ensure that staff are prepared and provided with assistance on material development. Develop and maintain a monitoring system for all legislation that impacts NMDOH. Ensure compliance with all requirements for NMDOH originating in legislation. Provide oversight of the NMDOH MyPolicies system. Develop an annual internal and external communications plan. Coordinate as required with the Governor's communication office. Ensure social media posts are timely and accurate and establish systems to monitor social media for NMDOH issues. Work with programs to meet marketing needs providing the best use of grant and general funds, Evaluate and develop partnerships with marketing agencies that are on the State-Wide Price Agreement to ensure efficient and effective use of marketing budgets. Develop a system to monitor agency compliance with marketing brand guidelines and templates. Ensure ADA compliant materials are produced. Provide oversight of the quarterly and annual LFC reporting. Provide guidance for the annual PIVOT project. Ensure Strategic Plan is prepared and submitted timely with the budget cycle. Responsible for the planning, execution, and production of the State Health Improvement Plan. Provide performance improvement/project management guidance for other program areas. Responsible for the preparation and planning for the PHAB Accreditation. Who are the customers? Department of Health employees and State of New Mexico constituents. Ideal Candidate Experience in: Providing directions and leadership for Marketing, Communication, Policy and Performance Management. Strategic planning. Project Management. Minimum Qualification Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited college or university and eight (8) years of professional level experience with a tactical impact directly related to the purpose of the position defined by the agency at the time of recruitment. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling twelve (12) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Working Conditions Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here Agency Contact Information: Leann Behrens 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.