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All applicants for State of New Mexico jobs must apply through the New Mexico State Personnel Office, unless stated otherwise. Search the site using the job ID # listed below. We cannot accept applications or resumes directly sent to our office.

Questions? Contact EDNM’s Human Resources Manager Carla Montoya at Carla.Montoya@edd.nm.gov or call 505-709-8037.

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EDD Job Opportunities:

Senior Administrative Assistant (Santa Fe)

Job ID 164389
Posting End Date: 06/22/2026
Salary range: $19.97 – $29.95 Hourly/$41,527 – $62,291 Annually
Pay Band C4

This position is responsible for:
  • Administrative support for Community, Business and Rural Development team, who work remotely throughout the state, ensuring they have the necessary equipment and tools, including vehicles, computer equipment and office supplies
  • Managing division calendars, coordinating meetings and other logistics
  • Managing, processing and tracking all travel for Economic Development (ED) Division
  • Maintaining comprehensive data and tracking for division programs utilizing various computer programs and platforms
  • Supporting team leaders, including contract and grants management and tracking and procurement
  • Purchasing and records management/tracking, including processing purchase requisitions, tracking purchase orders and processing invoices and managing P-card account
  • Fleet maintenance including WEX cards, vehicle servicing and annual inspections, mileage logs and vehicle assignments
  • Other duties as assigned
    The ideal candidate has:
    1. Strong organizational and customer service skills
    2. Strong written and verbal communication
    3. Experience with fleet maintenance
    4. Knowledge and experience with state procurement processes and rules
    5. Experience working in various computer programs and platforms including SHARE Financials, Salesforce, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
    6. Experience processing travel requests and travel reimbursements

    Minimum qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent and two years work experience in office administration. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two years may substitute for the required experience. Employees must maintain a current driver’s license, complete a State of New Mexico defensive driving training course and obtain a State employee defensive driving certificate.

    Economic Development Coordinator – aka Regional Rep (Santa Fe)

    Job ID 164390
    Posting End Date: 06/22/2026
    Salary range: $26.57 – $39.86 Hourly/$55,273 – $82,909 Annually
    Pay Band C7

    The team of regional reps works within their region on initiatives aimed at promoting economic opportunities, improving infrastructure and supporting rural development projects that create lasting impact across New Mexico. This position supports Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe and Taos Counties and must reside in one of those counties.
    This position is responsible for:
    • Facilitate local business growth in local communities by leveraging various funding sources
    • Provide customer service and technical assistance to local businesses, community and tribal stakeholders
    • Assist in the implementation of plans to support business expansion, retention and start-up projects
    •  Collaborate and build relationships with community stakeholders to respond to growth
    • Supporting team leaders, including contract and grants management and tracking and procurement
    • Provide financial, incentive and legislative analyses as they pertain to local economies.
    • Serve as liaison between community and tribal stakeholders and state and federal agencies
      The ideal candidate has the following skills:
      1. Customer service with strong verbal and written communication
      2. Navigating resources to include multiple funding sources that may include local, tribal, state, and federal grants, financing and access to capital for businesses
      3. Goal- and detail-oriented, ability to work independently and manage time effectively
      4. Community, tribal and business development outreach through BRE, networking with local, tribal, state and federal stakeholders, business, professional or economic development organizations
      5. Experience working with municipal and county governments and familiarity with public processes
      6. Public speaking and presentations
      7. Regular travel required

      Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Economics, Economic Development, Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, Historic Preservation, Communications/Journalism, Community Development, Urban Design, and/or Urban and Regional Planning from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in economic or community development programs. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six years may substitute for the required education and experience. Employees must maintain a current driver’s license, complete a State of New Mexico defensive driving training course and obtain a State employee defensive driving certificate.

      Economic Development Infrastructure Program Manager (Albuquerque)

      Job ID 164280
      Posting End Date: 07/03/2026
      Salary range: $44.98 – $71.96 Hourly/$93,552 – $149,683 Annually
      Pay Band C12

      This position provides high-level program management, supervision, and strategic support for major economic development infrastructure initiatives, including those established through 2025 legislative action. The role oversees implementation and policy research related to the Just Transition Initiative, Site Readiness Development Act (SB169), Trade Ports Development Act (HB19), and Utility Pre-Deployment (SB170). It fills a critical leadership gap in coordinating multi-agency efforts, engaging stakeholders, and managing legislative appropriations related to infrastructure development, economic diversification, and climate-aligned economic policy.
      • Oversee the administration, deployment, tracking, and reporting of multiple legislative special appropriations focused on infrastructure development, energy innovation, and economic transition
      • Provide technical assistance and manage funding programs aligned with target industries
      • Supervise up to four team members
      • Develop and implement RFP’s, contracts, and programmatic strategies for site development, infrastructure planning, and capacity building.
      • Collaborate with state agencies to coordinate on infrastructure strategy and development
        Prepare and deliver recurring legislative reports on appropriation use, program impacts, and outcomes.
      • Represent the department publicly, including at conferences and before legislative committees.
      The ideal candidate has direct experience in New Mexico state government, especially in managing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), supervising teams, and administering public funds. They understand state procurement rules, capital and infrastructure project dynamics, and legislative processes.  The candidate is skilled in stakeholder engagement, program development, and public speaking, particularly in front of legislative bodies.

      They demonstrate a commitment to long-term strategic impact and possess the foresight to build sustainable systems that last beyond their tenure.

      Familiarity with economic development, climate and energy policy, and cross-agency collaboration is essential.
      Minimum qualifications:
      • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited college or university and eight years of professional-level experience with a tactical impact directly related to the purpose of the position defined by the agency at the time of recruitment. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling twelve years may substitute for the required education and experience.
      • Must maintain a driver’s license.
      • Must obtain and maintain a state of New Mexico defensive driving certificate.

      Unless otherwise stated, apply for all state jobs on the New Mexico State Personnel Office website.