State of New Mexico
Senior Services Program Coordinator
State of New Mexico, Santa Fe, New Mexico, us, 87503
$29.58 - $47.33 Hourly
$61,531 - $98,449 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 75
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
The role of the NM Aging & Long-Term Services Department is to develop programs and public policies which foster the delivery of integrated programs and services to older persons, persons with disabilities, and caregivers, throughout New Mexico. The Department is charged with creating a seamless, comprehensive, efficient and cost-effective array of programs and services, which emphasize home & community-based long-term care, healthy & productive aging, economic security, protection of rights,and prevention of abuse, neglect and exploitation.
Why does the job exist?
The position is responsible for coordinating the AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer Programs and the Older American Act Title Ill programs that have major impact to all communities within New Mexico. This position will oversee Area Agency on Aging Planning and Service Area to administer, plan and support community-based services for individuals 60 and older, or age 55 and older.
The position is responsible for stimulating, promoting and integrating these programs into area agencies on aging and other contract organizations; providing technical assistance and training; conducting program assessments; developing program initiatives; and reviewing area agency on aging area plans; and may have responsibility for planning and implementing special studies and projects to improve and evaluate program services throughout the state. The position will facilitate substantive collaborations with directors of county agencies, nonprofit organizations, and senior staff within other State agencies; provide oversight and solicitation of contractors and supervise the submission of timely and accurate reporting to federal agencies and other grant funders.
How does it get done?
Manage the Older American Act Title III programs contract management process.1) Monitor fiscal and programmatic contract processes through the development, issuance andassessing of the contract and execution of the award.2) Provide fiscal and programmatic technical assistance to assure contractual compliance.3) Complete and process contract amendments for all assigned programs; confer with ALTSD ASD staffregarding budget adjustment requests and contract awards.4) Implement increased reporting and tracking capabilities.5) Analyze and conduct ongoing assessment of Older American Act Title III programs policies andprocedures to assure program and contract providers adhere to state and federal rules andregulations.6) Conduct and audit monthly requests for payment, secure approval of draw requests and workclosely with ALTSD ASD to assure draws are submitted timely.7) Conduct analysis of the Older American Act Title III programs budgets (revenue and expenditures)on a monthly basis and submit analysis and findings to the ALTSD Senior Services Bureau Chief andDeputy Aging Network Division (AND) Director for review. If significant deficiencies, material weaknesses,or other findings exist, determine special conditions and send notice to the contractor forresolution.8) Ensure contractual compliance and enforce accountability, imposing sanctions when necessary withrequired follow-up.9) Provide recommendations for the Older American Act Title III programs policy and programimprovements to the AND Director and ALTSD Management.10) Provide testimony and/ or advocacy with regard to legislative, regulatory, and fundingorganizations.11) Develop, issue and monitor RFP and/ or make awards to grantees and contractors.12) Plan, coordinate, and evaluate the Older American Act Title III program service promotioncomponents of the following statewide programs: congregate and home-delivered meals,transportation, caregiver support, and multipurpose senior centers for the area agencies on aging(AAA).13) Plan, develop and implement effective program procedures for efficient, targeted and measurableservices and outcomes.14) Coordinate logistical activities to promote success of the programs, to include funding for theprograms, budgeting, financial receivables and payables, and reporting processes.15) Develop, implement and/or enhance the Older American Act Title III programs service programs asthey relate to healthy aging for the New Mexico AAAs and service providers, statewide.16) Provide strategic planning for, and program growth and development of, the Older American ActTitle III programs service programs, research, informatics and technology, and lead continuousimprovement and innovation activities.
Manage the AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer Programs.1) Monitor fiscal and programmatic contract processes through the development, issuance andassessing of the contract and execution of the award.2) Provide fiscal and programmatic technical assistance to assure contractual compliance andprocess contract amendments for all assigned programs; confer with ALTSD ASD staff regarding budgetadjustment requests and contract awards.3) Implement increased reporting and tracking capabilities.4) Analyze and conduct ongoing assessment of AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer Programs policies andprocedures to assure program and contract providers adhere to state and federal rules andregulations.5) Conduct and audit monthly requests for payment, monitor allocation balances, and work closelywith ALTSD ASD to assure draws are submitted timely. If significant deficiencies, materialweaknesses, or other findings exist, determine special conditions and send notice to the contractorfor resolution.6) Ensure contractual compliance and enforce accountability, imposing sanctions when necessary withrequired follow-up.7) Develop, issue and monitor RFP and/or Sole Source awards to grantees and contractors.8) Plan, develop and implement effective program procedures for efficient growth and development,research, technology, targeted and measurable services and outcomes, and lead continuousimprovement and innovation activities.
Establish and sustain strong collaborative relationships with staff and key leaders throughout theALTSD and with industry leaders throughout the state.1) Collaborate with leadership and staff teams to ensure operational efficiency and to leverage newopportunities.2) Engage with all AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer Programs and AAA Providers (Sub-Contractors) tofurther integrate services and activities across the state and ensure safe and appropriate Consumeroutcomes.3) Provide training and technical assistance to multi-ethnic, multi-generational, and multi-lingualpopulations.4) Local and statewide overnight travel to Senior Centers, volunteer workstations, and publicoutreach events.
Who are the customers?
Working with other Department divisions, State Agencies, Area Agencies on Aging and contract providers, community-based services for older New Mexicans 60 and older, or age 55 and older in tribal programs and their families.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate must be able to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment, professional, communicate effectively, and quickly adapt to changing priorities. Candidate must travel, sometimes with short notice, and possibly consecutive overnight stays.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years program administration or project management in areas related to the purpose of the position. Substitutions apply. See Substitution Table below.
Substitution Table
These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent
AND
9 years of experience 2 Associate's degree
AND
7 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree
AND
5 years of experience 4 Master's degree
AND
3 years of experience 5 PhD degree
AND
1 year 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 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 within 90 days of employment.
Working Conditions
Working conditions (Example: Office setting, exposure to Visual/Video Display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage with extended periods of sitting. Must be able o lift 25lbs.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Andrea Segura (505) 819-1030 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.
$61,531 - $98,449 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 75
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
The role of the NM Aging & Long-Term Services Department is to develop programs and public policies which foster the delivery of integrated programs and services to older persons, persons with disabilities, and caregivers, throughout New Mexico. The Department is charged with creating a seamless, comprehensive, efficient and cost-effective array of programs and services, which emphasize home & community-based long-term care, healthy & productive aging, economic security, protection of rights,and prevention of abuse, neglect and exploitation.
Why does the job exist?
The position is responsible for coordinating the AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer Programs and the Older American Act Title Ill programs that have major impact to all communities within New Mexico. This position will oversee Area Agency on Aging Planning and Service Area to administer, plan and support community-based services for individuals 60 and older, or age 55 and older.
The position is responsible for stimulating, promoting and integrating these programs into area agencies on aging and other contract organizations; providing technical assistance and training; conducting program assessments; developing program initiatives; and reviewing area agency on aging area plans; and may have responsibility for planning and implementing special studies and projects to improve and evaluate program services throughout the state. The position will facilitate substantive collaborations with directors of county agencies, nonprofit organizations, and senior staff within other State agencies; provide oversight and solicitation of contractors and supervise the submission of timely and accurate reporting to federal agencies and other grant funders.
How does it get done?
Manage the Older American Act Title III programs contract management process.1) Monitor fiscal and programmatic contract processes through the development, issuance andassessing of the contract and execution of the award.2) Provide fiscal and programmatic technical assistance to assure contractual compliance.3) Complete and process contract amendments for all assigned programs; confer with ALTSD ASD staffregarding budget adjustment requests and contract awards.4) Implement increased reporting and tracking capabilities.5) Analyze and conduct ongoing assessment of Older American Act Title III programs policies andprocedures to assure program and contract providers adhere to state and federal rules andregulations.6) Conduct and audit monthly requests for payment, secure approval of draw requests and workclosely with ALTSD ASD to assure draws are submitted timely.7) Conduct analysis of the Older American Act Title III programs budgets (revenue and expenditures)on a monthly basis and submit analysis and findings to the ALTSD Senior Services Bureau Chief andDeputy Aging Network Division (AND) Director for review. If significant deficiencies, material weaknesses,or other findings exist, determine special conditions and send notice to the contractor forresolution.8) Ensure contractual compliance and enforce accountability, imposing sanctions when necessary withrequired follow-up.9) Provide recommendations for the Older American Act Title III programs policy and programimprovements to the AND Director and ALTSD Management.10) Provide testimony and/ or advocacy with regard to legislative, regulatory, and fundingorganizations.11) Develop, issue and monitor RFP and/ or make awards to grantees and contractors.12) Plan, coordinate, and evaluate the Older American Act Title III program service promotioncomponents of the following statewide programs: congregate and home-delivered meals,transportation, caregiver support, and multipurpose senior centers for the area agencies on aging(AAA).13) Plan, develop and implement effective program procedures for efficient, targeted and measurableservices and outcomes.14) Coordinate logistical activities to promote success of the programs, to include funding for theprograms, budgeting, financial receivables and payables, and reporting processes.15) Develop, implement and/or enhance the Older American Act Title III programs service programs asthey relate to healthy aging for the New Mexico AAAs and service providers, statewide.16) Provide strategic planning for, and program growth and development of, the Older American ActTitle III programs service programs, research, informatics and technology, and lead continuousimprovement and innovation activities.
Manage the AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer Programs.1) Monitor fiscal and programmatic contract processes through the development, issuance andassessing of the contract and execution of the award.2) Provide fiscal and programmatic technical assistance to assure contractual compliance andprocess contract amendments for all assigned programs; confer with ALTSD ASD staff regarding budgetadjustment requests and contract awards.3) Implement increased reporting and tracking capabilities.4) Analyze and conduct ongoing assessment of AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer Programs policies andprocedures to assure program and contract providers adhere to state and federal rules andregulations.5) Conduct and audit monthly requests for payment, monitor allocation balances, and work closelywith ALTSD ASD to assure draws are submitted timely. If significant deficiencies, materialweaknesses, or other findings exist, determine special conditions and send notice to the contractorfor resolution.6) Ensure contractual compliance and enforce accountability, imposing sanctions when necessary withrequired follow-up.7) Develop, issue and monitor RFP and/or Sole Source awards to grantees and contractors.8) Plan, develop and implement effective program procedures for efficient growth and development,research, technology, targeted and measurable services and outcomes, and lead continuousimprovement and innovation activities.
Establish and sustain strong collaborative relationships with staff and key leaders throughout theALTSD and with industry leaders throughout the state.1) Collaborate with leadership and staff teams to ensure operational efficiency and to leverage newopportunities.2) Engage with all AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer Programs and AAA Providers (Sub-Contractors) tofurther integrate services and activities across the state and ensure safe and appropriate Consumeroutcomes.3) Provide training and technical assistance to multi-ethnic, multi-generational, and multi-lingualpopulations.4) Local and statewide overnight travel to Senior Centers, volunteer workstations, and publicoutreach events.
Who are the customers?
Working with other Department divisions, State Agencies, Area Agencies on Aging and contract providers, community-based services for older New Mexicans 60 and older, or age 55 and older in tribal programs and their families.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate must be able to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment, professional, communicate effectively, and quickly adapt to changing priorities. Candidate must travel, sometimes with short notice, and possibly consecutive overnight stays.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years program administration or project management in areas related to the purpose of the position. Substitutions apply. See Substitution Table below.
Substitution Table
These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent
AND
9 years of experience 2 Associate's degree
AND
7 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree
AND
5 years of experience 4 Master's degree
AND
3 years of experience 5 PhD degree
AND
1 year 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 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 within 90 days of employment.
Working Conditions
Working conditions (Example: Office setting, exposure to Visual/Video Display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage with extended periods of sitting. Must be able o lift 25lbs.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Andrea Segura (505) 819-1030 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.