Child Development & Education Program Specialist

Child Development & Education Program Specialist

Salary

$57,907.20 - $60,798.40 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2601137

Department

Family & Community Services

Division

FC-Grant Clearing

Opening Date

06/15/2026

Closing Date

6/29/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

MP

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Position Summary

Oversee the operations of various child development centers including the collection of important child development data for computer input; participate in home visitor programs and ensure program compliance with Federal rules and regulations.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Oversee the operations of child development centers; renew child center licensing and complete all necessary documentation to ensure compliance with State regulations.
• Conduct on-site visits to child development centers; monitor staff interaction with children and parents; make recommendations for improvement as necessary.
• Oversee the ordering of supplies and new equipment for child development centers; ensure compliance with vendors contracts.
• Monitor fee collection procedures for child development centers; resolve billing problems and coordinate billing to outside agencies.
• Provide curriculum and materials for the home visitor program; serve as consultant for home visitors and program families.
• Participate in the coordination of the development of contracts and agreements between social service providers and the child development program.
• Supervise the collection and input of comprehensive child development program data into the management information system.
• Maintain computer database of all child development center, human services funded or grant funded participants; generate management and compliance reports.
• Develop various information systems for assigned programs; identify problems and recommend changes to achieve project goals.
• Write computer programs to provide information to staff based on information systems data; troubleshoot hardware and software malfunctions.
• Participate in the selection of assigned program staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
• Prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the fields of community and social service programs.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in child development, social services, education, public administration or information systems; and

Three (3) years experience in child development or social service programs; and

To include one (1) year supervisory or lead experience.

Experience in management information systems preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office environment; travel from site to site; exposure to computer screens.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time; operating a motorized vehicle or equipment.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of Drivers License)?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have experience in management information systems?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess the lead or supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerques Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please select yes and attach your certificate. (Lead is defined as monitors projects, programs or people.)

• Yes
• No

04

Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

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Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

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Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV