Education Specialist
- Albuquerque, NM
- $3,803-5,098 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
Working Title Education Specialist
Position Grade 11
Position SummaryThe 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 selected candidate is required to reside in the Roswell, NM area to support the region's growing demands; however, this position also entails statewide travel.Join our team! The UNM/CDD Family and Community Partnerships Division is seeking to hire an experienced professional to provide education and support coordination to individuals receiving Mi Via Medicaid Waiver services in New Mexico. The individual hired for this position will help participants navigate the Mi Via Waiver systems. This position will provide assistance and guidance with eligibility, certification, pre-planning, service and support plan development, and budget development as part of their assigned caseload.The role includes conducting monthly visits to see participants in their homes and community, providing education and training, and maintaining electronic clinical files in compliance with state guidance. The successful candidate will be working with a dynamic team of professionals to meet the needs of individuals and their families throughout New Mexico.Explore other career opportunities at CDD by visiting our Career Opportunities pageConditions of Employment
- Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Preferred Qualifications**Be sure to address our preferred qualifications listed below in your cover letter**Experience
- Working with and supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families;
- Case management and accessing state and community systems, services and resources for persons with disabilities and their families;
- Self-directed supports and person-centered planning tools leading to the development and implementation of goals and activities.
Additional Requirements The selected candidate is required to reside in the Roswell, NM area to support the region's growing demands; however, this position also entails statewide travel. Passing a background check with fingerprinting is required.
Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department Pediatrics Center for Development (997H)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Term - Full-Time
Term End Date 06/30/2026
Status Exempt
Pay Monthly: $3802.93 - $5097.73
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 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 grid.
Background Check Required Yes
For Best Consideration Date 8/6/2025
Eligible for Remote Work Yes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement This job requires residency to be in the Roswell, NM area and would be eligible for an in-state remote work agreement (RWA).
Application InstructionsOnly applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, to submit an application. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION: Selected Candidate must Reside in the Roswell, NM Area. Complete the official UNMJobs application: Be sure to include all relevant work experience, detailing the number of hours worked per week. Attach your current resume: Your resume should list three professional references, preferably current and former supervisors. Attach your cover letter: Please address if you currently reside in the Roswell area and our preferred qualifications in your letter. Note: Incomplete applications may not be consideredPositions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the 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 . Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.