Job description
*POSITION IS
LOCATED
IN
TAOS
, NM
*
New Mexico State University is a comprehensive land-grant institution of higher learning accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities. An active research university, NMSU anchors the southern end of New Mexico’s Rio Grande Research Corridor, exceeding $140 million in research and public service expenditures. NMSU is classified as a Hispanic-serving institution by the federal government with a total minority enrollment over 48%. Home to the state’s NASA Space Grant Program, NMSU is located in Las Cruces, which features desert mesas, the farmlands of the Rio Grande Valley, and the Organ Mountains, an extension of the Rocky Mountain chain. The University is committed to building a cultural diverse educational environment.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
New Mexico State University is a comprehensive land-grant institution of higher learning accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities. An active research university, NMSU anchors the southern end of New Mexico’s Rio Grande Research Corridor, exceeding $140 million in research and public service expenditures. NMSU is classified as a Hispanic-serving institution by the federal government with a total minority enrollment over 48%. Home to the state’s NASA Space Grant Program, NMSU is located in Las Cruces, which features desert mesas, the farmlands of the Rio Grande Valley, and the Organ Mountains, an extension of the Rocky Mountain chain. The University is committed to building a cultural diverse educational environment.
*POSITION IS
LOCATED
IN
TAOS
, NM
*
Provides specialized education (specifically approved ICAN Curriculum), in the area of nutrition, physical activity and health for community members and programs. Assesses needs, creates informational material, and works with supervisor to provide independent consultation to groups that qualify for ICAN services (youth and adults). Not a remote position most work performed in-person. Some work is performed outdoors.
Classification Summary
Provides specialized education (specifically approved ICAN Curriculum), in the area of nutrition, physical activity and health for community members and programs. Assesses needs, creates informational material, and works with supervisor to provide independent consultation to groups that qualify for ICAN services (youth and adults). Not a remote position most work performed in-person. Some work is performed outdoors.
Under general supervision, provides specialized education, training, and technical coordination within an area of critical health-related concern to professional provider groups, and/or community programs. Assesses needs, and designs, develops, and delivers workshops, informational material, and/or special programs to meet community need. Provides independent consultation and advice to professional health care providers and/or educators on specific requirements.
Classification Standard Duties
Performs training and education needs assessments for individual community constituencies, as appropriate to the objectives of the program. Designs, develops, and delivers training programs and workshops to health care professionals working within community programs. Provides independent technical advice, consultation, and individualized assistance to health care providers on specific requirements, and on education methods and techniques within an area of professional specialty. Assesses local and state educational resources within area of professional expertise, and designs and develops special programs for resources development as appropriate. Develops and produces special educational literature and information packages for dissemination to community programs, in accordance with need. Participates in State committees and advisory boards, and contributes to the development of policies and program initiatives related to statewide education within area of professional specialty. Oversees supervision of personnel, which may include work allocation, training, promotion and enforcement of internal procedures and controls and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of training needs assessment principles, processes, and techniques. Knowledge and understanding of the therapeutic and/or development needs of the specified patient population. Knowledge of community health programs. Knowledge of available community clinical and educational resources within area of specialty.
Skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Professional skills and expertise in a specified therapeutic field. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Abilities
Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops. Ability to provide independent advice and guidance to health care professionals within area of expertise. Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Required Experience
No previous work experience required.
Equivalency None Preferred Qualifications Required Certification/License
May require discipline-specific licensure and/or professional certification, as specified by the department in the preferences.
Special Requirements
Must have a valid driver’s license, personal insured auto required, reimbursed at IRS rate per mile.
Other Departmental Requirements Standard Work Schedule Shift: Other Shift If not a Standard Work Schedule, please describe
May include evenings and weekends
Physical Work Location State NM-New Mexico Physical Work Location County, if in New Mexico TA-Taos Work Site Taos, NM Contingent Upon Funding Contingent upon external funds Bargaining Unit Eligible Posting Announcement Statement This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Tenure Track No Posting Date 02/28/2023 Closing Date 03/29/2023 Anticipated Job Begin Date (optional) Anticipated Job End Date, if applicable (optional) Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
The
NMSU
system requires all employees to upload proof of
COVID
-19 vaccination or request an exemption via
now.nmsu.edu/medproctor
within seven (7) business days of start date. NMSU’s
COVID
-19 vaccination policy is subject to change in order to comply with state and federal mandates and in accordance with the recommendations of public health experts.
The electronic application is the official document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.nmsu.edu/postings/49694
The electronic application is the official document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment
Work is normally performed indoors.
Physical Effort
Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.
Lifting Requirements
Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
Risk
No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
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