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Current Job Openings

 

Chief Financial Officer  (CFO)
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for managing the budget for OFRA. The position will be managing financial staff upon the creation of these positions as well

The CFO will be required to perform the following duties:

  • Manage the financial operations of the agency;
  • Prepare the annual budget;
  • Manage the annual audit;
  • Oversee all procurement processes including managing contracts.
For more info or to apply visit the State Personnel Office website here 
Family Peer Support Navigator
The Family Peer Support Navigator (FPSN) plays a crucial role in supporting families involved in the child and family welfare system by connecting them with essential services, advocating for their needs, and guiding them through legal and case management processes. This position focuses on providing case management and peer support by helping families understand and navigate court-ordered case plans, coordinating services, and ensuring access to necessary resources. Additionally, the navigator serves as an advocate and mentor, supporting parents in meetings, court hearings, and service provider visits while offering emotional support and empowerment.
Duties for this position include:
  • Maintaining a caseload and provide support via phone, email, text, and in-person meetings
  • Assisting clients in understanding case plans, court-ordered requirements, and available services
  • Ensuring scheduling needs are met and facilitate access to necessary resources
  • Supporting and accompanying clients to court hearings, legal meetings, and service provider visits
  • Promoting family time (visitation) in natural settings and encouraging client engagement
  • Providing emotional support, mentorship, and coaching while maintaining professional boundaries
  • Working closely with legal teams to align support services with client needs
  • Maintaining accurate case notes and updating client records in the case management systems
  • Reviewing reports and assessments from CYFD and other service providers

For more info or to apply visit the State Personnel Office website here 

Business Operations Specialist III
This position manages financial operations and enhances business efficiency within the Office of Family Representation and Advocacy (OFRA). The Business Operations Specialist is responsible for processing financial transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards (GASB, FASB, MAPS, and Procurement rules), and maintaining accurate financial records. Additionally, the role involves analyzing business processes, tracking productivity, generating financial reports, and collaborating with leadership, staff, and external partners to optimize operations. The position also provides administrative support to the CFO and staff, ensuring smooth communication, compliance, and internal control adherence.

Duties for this position include:

  • Manage and process invoice payments by ensuring invoices are paid promptly and accurately
  • Monitor and track invoices to ensure all invoices are properly recorded and accounted for
  • Generate and manage purchase orders by creating and maintaining accurate records of all purchase orders
  • Monitor and track purchase orders from issuance to completion to ensure proper processing
  • Order and monitor supplies to ensure necessary items are procured and tracked efficiently
  • Handle travel arrangements, including mileage processing by coordinating travel-related tasks and processing mileage reimbursements
  • Process reimbursement requests by reviewing and ensuring compliance before approval
  • Enter contracts into the SHARE system by accurately inputting contract details for proper record-keeping
  • Assist in routing contracts for signature to facilitate the approval process efficiently

For more info or to apply visit the State Personnel Office website here 

You can also view/search other State of New Mexico job postings on the State Personnel website.

Requests for Proposals

The New Mexico Office of Family Representation and Advocacy (OFRA) receives a limited amount of state general fund monies and Federal Title IV-E funds to provide court-appointed legal representation to indigent clients in Abuse and Neglect matters under Children’s Code. OFRA is seeking proposals from licensed attorneys, firms or other entities to provide representation to parties in Abuse and Neglect matters. This new 2025 Attorney Request for Proposal available here.

The Family Justice Initiative (FJI) congratulates OFRA on its opening!

The Family Justice Initiative is a national collaborative of children’s attorneys, parents’ attorneys, educators, researchers, national policy advocates, and lived experience experts who share a common goal: to increase access to high-quality legal representation for children and parents in child welfare cases.

Read full article here.

OFRA’s Practice Manual

OFRA’s Practice Manual is now available.  Read it here to learn about Cornerstone Advocacy, Interdisciplinary Services, and Performance Standards and Expectations for our lawyers, social workers, and family peer support navigators.

OFRA has completed its Logic Model

View the Logic Model by clicking the button below

OFRA has updated its Strategic Plans

View the 2025-26 OFRA and OFRA IT Strategic Plans by clicking the corresponding button below