Administrator
US$58,000 – US$70,000 / yr base salary
Posted 9 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Administrator I - Children's Services”
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The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Management level
- People management
| Base salary | US$58,000 – US$70,000 / yr |
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Certificationsdriver’s license
PAY RANGE: $58,054.62 - $70,154.50 annually, dependent upon education
JOB CATEGORY: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / HEAD START / EARLY HEAD START / ECE / ADMINISTRATION
POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for oversight, coordination, and supervision of assigned Head Start, Early Head Start, child care center and other child care and early education/early intervention programs under development to include performance improvement, education of staff and community, program development/implementation, budget development and oversight, personnel management and public relations. This position functions as stand-alone leadership for programs with less than 50 Full-time Equivalents (FTEs) OR to support a manager who oversees programs with 50 or more FTEs.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- A directly related AA/AS degree in Social Work, Counseling, Business Management, Management, Organization Development, Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology, Family Studies or related degree*; and three years of responsible administrative (management, supervision, and fiscal) experience, preferably in education or human services; OR
- A directly related BA/BS degree in Social Work, Counseling, Business Management, Management, Organization Development, Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology, Family Studies or related degree*; and two years of responsible administrative (management, supervision, and fiscal) experience, preferably in education or human services.
*Related college degrees are any degree with 30+ credits in the directly related degree fields listed above.
- Bilingual English/Spanish; English/Navajo helpful.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
- Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.
SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:
- Health exam (and annually thereafter in accordance with PMS Policies).
- TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies).
In accordance with the federal Head Start Act, Section 648A(g) and the New Mexico Administrative Code 8.8.3., this position requires:
- Criminal Background Checks.
DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:
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May be required to use personal transportation to carry out job duties.
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Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
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Must provide a current motor vehicle record.
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Must provide current personal owner liability automobile insurance and must maintain the insurance coverage throughout the course of employment in this position.
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Must submit to a motor vehicle record check on an as needed basis and maintain a satisfactory driving record that is within the limitations of PMS Human Resources Policy II.D.3, Automobile Usage, and applicable state and federal laws.
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Must comply with PMS Policies on Automobile Usage, II.D.3, Drug Free Workplace, III.H and applicable state and federal laws.
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May be required to complete transportation related trainings.
$100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
BONUSES
- All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.
ABOUT PMS
- Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
- Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
- We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
- We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
- PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.
WHY PMS?
- Mission-driven organization
- Competitive salaries
- Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Free Life & LTD coverage
- Free discretionary pension plan contribution
- Employee recognition and engagement activities
- Robust training program
- Tuition Reimbursement
EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability