Program Coordinator

About the role

• Job Posting Title: Program Coordinator
• Department: Housing
• Location: 2400 Wellesley Dr NE

Pay Range

$54,018.00 - $85,363.00

Close Date: November 19, 2026

Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits.

Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more.

The Program Coordinator performs administrative and educational work in the planning, development, and implementation of assigned programs. Develops, organizes, administers, and evaluates program activities and services. Provides technical guidance to program staff, departments, community members, and program participants. Coordinates one or more specialized programs in compliance with federal and state laws, as well as department policies and procedures. Trains and evaluates staff and volunteers, monitors performance, ensures accurate and timely data entry, and reports deficiencies in program-related data.

Duties and Responsibilities

General

• Develop, organize, administer, and evaluate assigned programs and functions to ensure efficiency and compliance with departmental policies.
• Provide guidance, technical expertise, and support to program staff, other departments, community members, and program participants.
• Coordinate one or more specialized programs, ensuring alignment with Federal and State laws as well as departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure timely entry, updating, and accuracy of program data; report deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of program policies, procedures, and improvement initiatives.
• Prepare reports, proposals, schedules, and other documentation related to program performance and compliance.
• Support the planning and execution of events, meetings, or educational activities associated with assigned programs.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and departmental procedures; ensure program compliance.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information in accordance with privacy requirements.

Housing

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor operations and staff activities related to complex housing subsidy programs.
• Work with management to develop and implement program goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; recommend system improvements and ensure adherence to established standards.
• Evaluate program performance and recommend updates to procedures or systems; assist in developing new program elements and modifications.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits; prepare and analyze periodic reports, including voucher issuance status; assist with grant proposal preparation.
• Oversee file maintenance, application completeness, and distribution of rental housing availability.
• Interact with staff, landlords, social workers, and clients to address concerns, resolve problems, and share housing-related information across the community.
• Conduct informal hearings and participate in legal proceedings as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive records and information in accordance with County policy.

Additional information

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Two (2) years of work experience as it pertains to the purpose of the positions.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.

Screening and Compliance

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

• Successful completion of a post-offer medical examination and background investigation. Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
• Completion of required FEMA training(s) assigned to the position.
• Completion of mandatory supervisor training, if applicable.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.

Working Conditions

• All essential duties are performed mostly indoors, with some positions performing functions in an outdoor and field setting.
• Duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment.
• Duties are performed on a dry, even surface, which may be carpeted or tiled.
• Worker often works alone, both with or without directions from supervisor.

Equipment, Tools and Materials

• Equipment typically used in the performance of office duties includes telephone, computer, printer, and copy machine.
• Materials and products handled while performing essential duties include files, forms, reports, various other paperwork, and a wide variety of basic office supplies.