Education Specialist University of Mexico Monthly:

$3,841.07 - $5,148.00 life insurance, remote work United States, Mexico, Albuquerque 1 University Of Mexico (Show on map) Sep 08, 2026 Requisition ID

req37934 Working Title

Education Specialist Position Grade

11 Position Summary The Center for Development and Disability (CDD), established in 1990, is 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. Join our team! The 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 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 Mexico. This position requires regular statewide travel. See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions 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. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of 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

•Experience working with and supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families;

in case management and accessing state and community systems, services and resources for persons with disabilities and their families;

with self-directed supports and person-centered planning tools leading to the development and implementation of goals and activities. Bilingual in English and Spanish and good verbal and written communication skills preferred. Strong analytic, problem solving and writing skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Skill in the use of computers and navigating multiple software programs. Additional Requirements

This position requires regular statewide travel and passing a background check with fingerprinting. Campus

Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM Department

Pediatrics Center for Development (997H) Employment Type

Staff Staff Type

Term - Full-Time Term End Date

06/30/2027 Status

Exempt Pay

Monthly:

$3,841.07 - $5,148.00 Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of 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 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

9/18/2026 Eligible for Hiring Incentive

No Eligible for Remote Work

No Eligible for Remote Work Statement Application Instructions Only applications submitted through

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visit UNMJobs to submit an application. To Be Considered for This Position, Please Submit the

Following:

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Completed Application:

Include all relevant work experience and clearly note the number of hours worked per week for each position.

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Current Resume:

Your resume should include three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors.

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Cover Letter:

Please address how your experience and skills align with our preferred qualifications.

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Note:

Incomplete applications may not be considered. 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 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 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, Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, 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.

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