New Mexico State University Looking for Family Services Spec Full Time

Position Title: Family Services Spec

Employee Classification: Program Specialist

College/Division: College of Hlth, Educ & Soc Trans

Department: 350450-DONA ANA HEADSTART
PGM

Internal or External Search: External – Open to all applicants

Location: Las
Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable): Anthony, Vado and Berino

Target Hourly/Salary
Rate: 48,032.90

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:
Exempt

Summary: Dona Ana County Head Start NMSU is accepting applications for the position of Family Services
Specialist, to apply for this position please visit the following link. https://careers.nmsu.edu/jobs/search

NMSU is an EEO/AA employer.

Classification
Summary:
Plans and implements a single, narrow focused program initiative for an identified client-oriented operational entity
of the University. Participates in the generation of the program resources and in the design and development of the program operating goals,
objectives, and protocols. Serves as primary point of both internal and external representation and liaison with respect to the
implementation, operational matters and compliance.Provides technical/professional and programmatic guidance, consultation, and support to
client constituencies .

Classification Standard Duties:
Programs are usually self-funded and/or grant-funded
from a major funding source or series of funding sources. Plans and coordinates the development, implementation, and execution of a single
program, special project, or other initiative designed to achieve the overall mission, goals, and objectives of the program. Oversees and
administers all facets of the day-to-day operations of the program and activities related to the position’s specific discipline. Serves as
primary liaison with internal and external constituencies on all matters relating to program activities; represents the University with
respect to program activities on a local, regional, and/or national basis. Plans, develops, and implements strategies for identifying and
generating funding and/or resource opportunities for program activities, to include development of grant and other fundraising proposals.
Provides and/or coordinates the provision of technical guidance, consultation, related support to clientele within area of program focus;
provides day-to-day problem solving as necessary on day-to-day program-related needs and issues. Creates, produces, and delivers a range of
promotional, educational, and informational presentations, and/or resource materials related to program activities and initiatives. Oversees
and/or coordinates the collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data; develops, writes, edits, and presents comprehensive
statistical and narrative program reports and evaluations. Participates in the development of operating goals and objectives for the unit;
recommends, implements, and administers methods and procedures to enhance operations, as appropriate to the unit.May supervise staff and/or
student employees which includes: 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.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License,
Equivalency
Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Required Experience: One (1) year of professional
experience related to the standard duties as outlined.
Equivalency: None.
Required Certification/License: Bachelor’s degree in a
related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:Demonstrated professional knowledge and operational
expertise within designated area of program focus.; SKILLS:Program planning, development, implementation, and leadership skills. Skill in
examining and evaluating operations and developing and/or re-engineering operating strategies, systems, and procedures. Strong interpersonal
skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.;
ABILITIES:Ability to determine informational needs, to collect and analyze information, and to devise and develop statistical analyses and
reports. 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 clientele and/or media sources. Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments. Ability to
develop and implement funding strategies and programs.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs,
  delegates and evaluates the work of assigned staff.
• Ensure that the Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF)
  performance

standards are carried out in cooperation
with the management team members.

• Develops and maintains an
  outreach system that locates and recruit’s families as applicants for Dona Ana County Head Start

Programs.

• Develops and
  maintains a system for tracking and response to all Head Start applicants.
• Maintains full enrollment at individual Head Start
  centers through DACHS selection processes that ensure families “in most

need: are served first.

• Maintains a current and
  accurate wait list of eligible applicants for replacing enrollment slots vacated during the program.
• Maintains and distributes
  current enrollment listings for program staff that include child and family information.
• Maintain and make accessible to staff
  and families an extensive Community Resource Guide with information on services and

resources available in our community.

• Provide regular training in methods and procedures, supervision and monitoring to ensure all outreach personnel perform the

duties
required of the position.

• Monitor and review master files, case management records, family partnerships and progress.
• Assists with community partnership development to enhance service provision.
• Coordinates with program staff and specialists in
  planning, organizing staffing and budgeting to meet program objectives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and needed by
  Dona Ana County Head Start program.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the
Position
Required to drive to Anthony, Vado, Berino and all Las Cruces sites/classrooms.

Department
Contact: Teena Bhakta [email protected]

Contingent Upon Funding:
Contingent upon funding

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American
Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Weekend work required to attend recruitment events.
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.