Program Manager at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req36356

Working Title:
Program Manager

Position Grade:
13

Position Summary:
The Center for Development and Disability (CDD), established in 1990, is New Mexico's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service. These centers, authorized by the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act, build the capacities of states and communities to respond to the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

The Family and Community Partnerships Division of the University of New Mexico's Center for Development and Disability is seeking a Program Manager to oversee Mi Via consultation services. This position provides leadership and supervision to a team of consultants who deliver services statewide. The Program Manager is responsible for the overall oversight of the Mi Via program, including ensuring high-quality service delivery, compliance with state and program requirements, and effective support for individuals and families through connection to appropriate community resources. The position requires strong interpersonal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with diverse communities and partners across New Mexico. The successful candidate must be able to manage shifting priorities, meet monthly reporting and documentation deadlines, and respond to programmatic and compliance-related needs. This position requires regular statewide travel.

For more great jobs within CDD check out our Career Opportunity site https://cdd.health.unm.edu/jobs/

See the Position Description for additional information.

Additional Requirements: This position requires passing a background check and fingerprinting. This position requires regular statewide travel.
Campus:
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
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.

Department:
Pediatrics Center for Development (997H)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Term - Full-Time
Term End Date:
06/30/2027

Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $4,236.27 - $5,950.53

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:
4/20/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
To Be Considered for This Position, Please Submit the Following:• Completed Application: Include all relevant work experience and clearly note the number of hours worked per week for each position.• Current Rsum: Your rsum should include three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors.• Cover Letter: Please address how your experience and skills align with our preferred qualifications.Note: Incomplete applications may not be considered.Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED; at least 6 years of experience 2 of which are management level 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: ***Address in your cover letter how your experience and skills align with our preferred qualifications***

Extensive knowledge

• about best practices for self-directed case management/service coordination for persons with developmental disabilities;

• of federal, state and local community resources and services.

Experience

• working as a case manager or supporting diverse populations in a similar role;

• supervising professional staff;

• designing, tracking and extracting data within internal reporting systems, including writing and presenting professional reports.