Program Specialist

Summary

Program Specialist

Requisition ID
req37878

Working Title
Program Specialist

Position Grade
12

Position Summary

Plans and implements Food as Medicine grant-funded program for UNM Community Engagement Center (CEC). Participates in the generation of program resources and in the design and development of program operating goals and objectives. Responsible for the appropriate use of programmatic funds within the parameters of the grant, up to approximately $30,000 per fiscal year. Represents the program to both internal UNM departments/units and off campus community partners with respect to program implementation and operational matters, and provides technical/professional and programmatic guidance, consultation, and support to community partners as appropriate. Term position tied to the funding period of grant/legislative funds.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates the development and implementation of monthly Food as Medicine (NM-FaM) network meetings.
• Oversees and administers all facets of the day-to-day operations of NM-FaM.
• Serves as a liaison between UNM CEC and off-campus network partners on all matters relating to program activities; represents the University with respect to program activities on a local and regional basis.
• Ability to consult with community members and to analyze and interpret educational, training, and in-service needs.
• Plans, develops, and implements strategies for identifying and generating funding and/or resource opportunities for NM-FaM program activities.
• Creates, produces, and delivers a range of promotional, educational, and informational presentations, and/or resource materials.
• Assists in collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data
• Advises on operating goals and objectives for the program; identifies opportunities to enhance program operations in order to achieve greater efficiencies and effectiveness and to fulfill program objectives.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• If located at the UNM Children's Campus, successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) fingerprint background check, and a continued successful status will be verified by periodic future background checks.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 6 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree related to NM-FaM; at least 2 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Demonstrated experience of maintaining relationships with community-based organizations, higher educational institutions, community leaders and training professionals to provide the Network members with resources and technical support needed
• Strong commitment to CEC Vision Mission and Core Values and the power of collective impact to transform communities
• Understanding of nutrition education and community engagement.
• Program planning, development, implementation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver both oral and written presentations.
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart information to a range of community and UNM partners.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Ability to develop and implement funding strategies and programs.

Additional Requirements

Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department
Community Engagement Center (439A)

Employment Type
Staff

Staff Type
Term - Part-Time

Term End Date
One Year from Date of Hire

Status
Exempt

Pay
Monthly: $3,882.67 - $5,453.07

Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required
Yes

For Best Consideration Date
9/17/2026

Eligible for Hiring Incentive
No

Eligible for Remote Work
No

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please attach a resume/UNMJobs application with dates of employment and hours worked for each position.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.

Job Description

Program Specialist

Requisition ID
req37878

Working Title
Program Specialist

Position Grade
12

Position Summary

Plans and implements Food as Medicine grant-funded program for UNM Community Engagement Center (CEC). Participates in the generation of program resources and in the design and development of program operating goals and objectives. Responsible for the appropriate use of programmatic funds within the parameters of the grant, up to approximately $30,000 per fiscal year. Represents the program to both internal UNM departments/units and off campus community partners with respect to program implementation and operational matters, and provides technical/professional and programmatic guidance, consultation, and support to community partners as appropriate. Term position tied to the funding period of grant/legislative funds.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates the development and implementation of monthly Food as Medicine (NM-FaM) network meetings.
• Oversees and administers all facets of the day-to-day operations of NM-FaM.
• Serves as a liaison between UNM CEC and off-campus network partners on all matters relating to program activities; represents the University with respect to program activities on a local and regional basis.
• Ability to consult with community members and to analyze and interpret educational, training, and in-service needs.
• Plans, develops, and implements strategies for identifying and generating funding and/or resource opportunities for NM-FaM program activities.
• Creates, produces, and delivers a range of promotional, educational, and informational presentations, and/or resource materials.
• Assists in collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data
• Advises on operating goals and objectives for the program; identifies opportunities to enhance program operations in order to achieve greater efficiencies and effectiveness and to fulfill program objectives.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• If located at the UNM Children's Campus, successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) fingerprint background check, and a continued successful status will be verified by periodic future background checks.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 6 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree related to NM-FaM; at least 2 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Demonstrated experience of maintaining relationships with community-based organizations, higher educational institutions, community leaders and training professionals to provide the Network members with resources and technical support needed
• Strong commitment to CEC Vision Mission and Core Values and the power of collective impact to transform communities
• Understanding of nutrition education and community engagement.
• Program planning, development, implementation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver both oral and written presentations.
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart information to a range of community and UNM partners.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Ability to develop and implement funding strategies and programs.

Additional Requirements

Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department
Community Engagement Center (439A)

Employment Type
Staff

Staff Type
Term - Part-Time

Term End Date
One Year from Date of Hire

Status
Exempt

Pay
Monthly: $3,882.67 - $5,453.07

Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required
Yes

For Best Consideration Date
9/17/2026

Eligible for Hiring Incentive
No

Eligible for Remote Work
No

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please attach a resume/UNMJobs application with dates of employment and hours worked for each position.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.