Community Program Manager - Health & Wellness
Role summary
Curry County is seeking a Health & Wellness Program Manager to implement and expand existing programs, manage grants, and serve as a NM Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility Determiner. This full-time role involves assisting community members and those in the Detention Center with accessing healthcare assistance and determining Medicaid eligibility. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, with some college preferred, and a minimum of three years of office and event coordination experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently are essential. A valid NM Driver's License is also required.
Department
Grants
Location
Administrative Complex
Salary
Min $45,981 - Max $68,972
Open Date
03/30/2026
Description
## Summary
The Health & Wellness Program Manager will provide the services and implement the terms and programs that Curry County has in place, and expand, pursuant to the Health Council and County Management initiatives and Grants received from the State of New Mexico or other agencies, outlined, but not limited to, the essential duties listed below. The Health & Wellness Program Manager will become a NM Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility Determiner and assist individuals in the community and Detention Center accessing Medicaid and determining eligibility for health care assistance. This is a full-time, position and is dependent upon available funding.
## Minimum Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- High School Diploma or GED Certificate, with some college strongly preferred in business, psychology, or a health-related field.
- Minimum of three (3) year experience in an office setting and coordination of event experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing and be able to read and write in English, bilingual in Spanish preferred.
- Ability to transcribe material, use proper grammar in correspondence, perform a variety of management and office duties involving volunteers.
- Familiar with insurance and medical claims preferred.
- Must have strong organization skills.
- Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Power Point, Access and Excel.
- Ability to interact professionally with supervisor, subordinates and other co-workers.
- Ability to communicate effectively in private and public settings with large and small groups of people.
- Ability to work independently of daily supervision and to exercise discretionary judgment and thinking.
- Ability to engage, direct, and lead the Health and Wellness Programs for the County.
- Must have a valid NM Driver’s License. No DWI conviction within the past three (3) years.
- Ability to perform all essential duties as listed below.
- Ability to perform the essential duties in the working conditions described below.
- Ability to work with the equipment, tools and materials listed below.
- Must comply with safety guidelines and policies of the County.
## Benefits
Curry County contributes 21.66% and employee contributes 6.79% each pay period into the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) Curry County pays 80% of medical premiums. Dental Vision and Disability Insurance offered as well. Curry County provides a $50,000 life insurance policy for all employees. Dependent and Spouse Life Insurance Benefits available. 12.5 paid Holidays per year. 8 hours Personal Day per year. 80 hours Paid Vacation per year. 96 hours Paid Sick Leave per year.
## Disclaimer
NOTICE - In making this application for employment with Curry County I understand and agree that: 1. Any misrepresentations made by me in this application will be sufficient cause not to hire or cause to terminate my employment; 2. As a condition of employment I am to be governed by all County ordinances rules policies and procedures; 3. Refusal to submit to search by authorized personnel of my person or property while on County premises is grounds for discharge; 4. As a condition of employment I must pass a physical examination a drug/alcohol test and submit to random testing as prescribed by County policy. I authorize Curry County to investigate all statements made in this application. I agree not to hold Curry County or any of my previous employers or references liable in any matter concerning the information they may provide. Curry County desires to obtain the best possible employees and affords equal opportunities for employment to all. Curry County does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex religion age or disability.
## Application Special Instructions
If you would like your application to be processed, you must submit the required documents (initialed job description, notarized release of information waiver, and veteran's certification form). If you do not have access to a printer and/or scanner please contact the Personnel Office at 575-763-6016 and we will be happy to assist you.
Exempt : No
Type : FT Employee
Department : Grants
Location : 1