Rural Primary Health Care Act Contract Coordinator (DOH/PHD/PCHB #31118)

Why does the job exist?

The position oversees the provisions of the Rural Primary Health Care Act (RPHCA), which assists in the provision of primary health care services in underserved areas of the state to better serve the health care needs of the public. This is achieved through activities such as developing plans, providing technical assistance, and distributing financial assistance.

How does it get done?

• Support the development, preparation, and execution of Request for Proposals (RFP) or Health Care Exemption Requests.
• Support multiple professional service contracts and intergovernmental agreements through their full lifecycle.
• Track contract performance, expenditures, deliverables, and invoicing.
• Prepare fiscal year-end reports on primary health care services delivered pursuant to RPHCA.
• Provide technical assistance and support for Community Health Centers (CHCs), Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), and health professionals in New Mexico.
• Conduct regular site visits throughout the state.
• Collect and analyze requests for assistance to CHCs, FQHCs, and other healthcare safety net facilities.
• Coordinate Rural Primary Health Care Activities.
• Establish and build upon strong working relationships and mobilize partnerships to support the safety net services with an emphasis on implementing integrated health care services statewide.
• Participate in partner and stakeholder meetings related to New Mexico’s healthcare safety net.
• Support the advancement of the OPCRH, the Population and Community Health Bureau, and DOH goals.

Who are the customers?

• CHCs, FQHCs, rural and primary healthcare organizations, healthcare workforce organizations, State and Federal agencies, the public, and internal programs.

Minimum Qualification

• Associate's Degree and two (2) years of experience program administration or project management in areas related to the purpose of the position.
• Any combination of education and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Employment Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Working Conditions

• Splitting time between an urban administrative office in a cubicle setting and hands-on, field-based community engagements across the state.
• In-state travel, with overnight stays, is required.

Supplemental Information

• To learn about Total Compensation, click here.
• For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
• This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.