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Program Manager
Requisition ID
req37684
Working Title
Program Manager- CHP
Position Grade
13
Position Summary
The Center for Health Policy (CHP) is an applied policy evaluation and research center whose work is aligned with the priorities and initiatives of Medicaid and the Health Care Authority, with an emphasis on active partnership. Our role is to support our funding partners by delivering high-quality work, reducing their operational burden, and providing technical assistance that directly advances stakeholder success.
CHP primarily contracts with joint state-federal entities, such as Medicaid and the New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA). As a result, project timelines are often shorter and more accelerated than those associated with large, multi-year federal grants. Work at CHP is both rewarding and demanding, requiring a high degree of responsiveness to partner needs (e.g., Medicaid, HCA, Behavioral Health Services Division, counties, and other stakeholders).
The Program Manager's role at CHP requires consistent engagement across multiple projects. Daily and weekly responsibilities include assessing assignments and timelines, tracking progress, identifying barriers or missed opportunities, and supporting programmatic planning. The CHP Program Manager is also encouraged to expand their knowledge of health care policy, including community-based and behavioral health policy, as part of their professional development.

• Manage the administrative and daily operations of CHP projects, ensuring compliance with university, state, and federal policies; keep emails, meeting coordination, and weekly project check-ins current so work advances on schedule (even under tight funding-agency deadlines).
• Build and maintain project management systems and records, with monthly updates alongside project leads to ensure organization, accuracy, and document fidelity.
• Establish short- and long-term goals, policies, and operating procedures, developing work plans with project leads that define timelines, metrics, and deliverables, and promptly elevating risks or concerns to leadership.
• Develops or assists with the annual development and implementation of the center's standard operating procedures consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient operation of the program/project.
• Manage contracts, grants, and state funding, and support proposal development and writing to secure additional funding.
• Review and interpret financial and operational data, preparing periodic analyses and financial or business reports for senior CHP leadership.
• Design and develop CHP programs and projects, leading strategic planning and identifying programmatic opportunities for expansion or improvement.
• Provide technical and/or professional coordination and leadership in the execution of day-to-day center activities, as appropriate to program objectives and area of expertise.
• Develop educational and communications materials, collaborating with COPH marketing to maintain the CHP website and produce marketing content.
• Collaborate with university departments, state and local agencies, and community organizations to strengthen CHP programs, while continuously expanding subject-matter expertise in Medicaid, health care, and behavioral health policy.

See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
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
Additional Requirements
Campus
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department
COPH Deans Office (304A)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Term - Full-Time
Term End Date
06/30/2027
Status
Exempt
Pay
Monthly: $4,277.87 - $6,009.47
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
9/4/2026
Eligible for Hiring Incentive
Eligible for Remote Work
Yes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule.
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 upload current resume and cover letter
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 https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.