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We’re Hiring!

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.

View the Personnel Office Application Guide and learn more about state employee benefits.

EDD Job Opportunities:

College Undergraduate Intern (Albuquerque)

$16.50 – $24.75 Hourly | $34,320 – $51,480 Annually
Pay Band C2
Job ID 163729
Apply by May 20, 2026

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted from May 25 through May 29.

  • Perform research on economic development programs and policies
  • Assist with collecting and analyzing socioeconomic, labor and industry data
  • Write / develop reports and presentations on department programs, policies and announcements
  • Assist with communications and marketing
  • Other special projects as assigned.

Ideal Candidate

  • An undergraduate student pursuing a degree
  • Ability to gather and summarize economic, demographic, and labor-market data
  • Clear writing for memos, briefs, emails, and stakeholder summaries
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Copilot, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university OR completion of at least four (4) semesters (or equivalent) at an accredited college or university within the last two (2) years
  • Must possess and maintain a current driver’s license

Senior Administrative Assistant – Technology & Innovation Office (Albuquerque)

$19.97 – $29.95 Hourly | $41,527 – $62,291 Annually
Pay Band C4
Job ID 163873
Apply by Jun 3

The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and operational support to TIO leadership and staff through coordination of meetings and communications, travel and reimbursement processing, supplier creation and records management, intake coordination, and general office support to help ensure efficient day-to-day operations and support TIO programs and initiatives.

  • Provide administrative support to division leadership and staff, including calendar management, scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, processing travel reimbursements, preparing meeting materials and supporting day-to-day office operations.
  • Maintain administrative records and files, assist with the creation of supplier profiles by reviewing and submitting required documentation in a timely manner, and help ensure staff have the administrative tools, resources, and operational support needed to function effectively.
  • Coordinate communication and scheduling with companies, contractors, partner organizations, stakeholders, and internal staff to support meetings, intake coordination, and timely follow-up on administrative tasks and action items.
  • Support administrative tracking systems and records management activities, including maintaining intake tracking information, updating Salesforce and other administrative systems, organizing workflow tracking, supporting procurement and purchasing processes, tracking invoices and purchase requests, and assisting with routine administrative and operational processes.
  • Provide administrative support for contracts, grants, procurement, and tracking activities, including assisting with document routing, monitoring approvals, maintaining tracking records, and supporting follow-up activities.
  • Assist with special projects and administrative assignments, gathering information, preparing reports and documentation, supporting division events and meetings, maintaining program and operational tracking data, and providing general office and customer service support.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in the following:

  1. Providing administrative and office support, including office coordination, scheduling, records management, and the use of administrative tracking systems such as Salesforce, SHARE, Monday.com, or similar platforms.
  2. Supporting leadership with calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and meeting preparation.
  3. Coordinating schedules and logistics using Microsoft Office tools, scheduling systems, and virtual meeting platforms to ensure work moves forward efficiently.
  4. Managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong organization, initiative, attention to detail, and a consistent ability to meet deadlines.
  5. Communicating and coordinating effectively with internal staff and external stakeholders, demonstrating strong customer service, professionalism, and clear communication skills.
  6. Managing administrative follow-up activities, including tracking approvals, action items, and deliverables to ensure timely and accurate support of work activities.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) 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 (2) years may substitute for the required experience.
  • Must maintain a current driver’s license
  • Must obtain and maintain a State of New Mexico defensive driving certificate