Careers

Job ID 164819
Posting End Date: 06/28/2026
Salary range: $24.16 – $36.24 Hourly/$50,248 – $75,372 Annually
Pay Band C6

This position provides high-level coordination and oversight of department-wide initiatives, including business operations, software deployment, document solutions management, and systems and process improvement.

• Develops and improves workflow systems and tools
• Delivers staff trainings
• Prepares reports and implementation plans
• Applies relevant state regulations and internal policies
• Analyzes processes to identify efficiency gaps and implements targeted improvements
• Supports grant management and procurement processes across assigned divisions
• Plans and coordinates events that advance the agency’s mission and operational goals
• Gathers, reviews, and summarizes information for fiscal impact reports and bill analyses during the legislative session
• Other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate possesses:

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience coordinating projects across an organization and with internal and external customers
• Knowledge of project management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

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

• 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.

Job ID 164841
Posting End Date: 07/07/2026
Salary range: $24.16 – $36.24 Hourly/$50,248 – $75,372 Annually
Pay Band C6

This position supports the department’s communications team in advancing strategic communications, public engagement, and digital outreach efforts. The role provides support to the Secretary and Deputy Secretary by developing and executing communications materials that promote agency priorities, highlight initiatives and outcomes, and ensure consistent, timely, and effective communication with internal and external audiences.

This position also helps strengthen the department’s public presence through content creation, media support, website management, event coverage, and coordination across teams and stakeholders.

• Write and design communications materials, including press releases, one-pagers, newsletters, presentations, graphics, and other collateral
• Produce and edit photo and video content for digital, social media, and promotional use
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on announcements, events, and communications projects
• Develop content for websites, social media platforms, newsletters, and other public-facing channels
• Support media relations efforts and assist with event coverage, public outreach activities, and media tracking
• Support department’s website presence and general communications operations, including maintaining digital content, responding to emerging priorities, and assisting with additional outreach, marketing, and public information needs as assigned

The ideal candidate possesses:

• Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging, and accessible content
• Experience with photography, videography, graphic design, and content creation
• Strong storytelling skills and the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging content
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritize multiple assignments
• Experience with video editing, photo editing, graphic design, and presentation development
• Proficiency with content creation tools
• A proactive approach to identifying and promoting success stories and program impacts

Job ID 164859
Posting End Date: 07/08/2026
Salary range: $21.96 – $32.94 Hourly/$45,680 – $68,520 Annually
Pay Band C5

The purpose of this position is to perform accounts payable, purchase orders, and placement all office supply orders for agency.

• Pre-audits and processes all travel vouchers for agency
• Pre-audits and processes all Vendor Registrations for the agency
• Sends all ACH payment slips and checks to vendors
• Runs various financial reports in SHARE for the Office of Military Base Planning and Support, New Mexico Border Authority, and for CFO

The ideal candidate should have experience in:

• Providing a high level of accuracy and financial/procurement/administrative support
• Detailed and task-oriented with exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks from multiple requesters
• The Financial module in the SHARE System
• Knowledge of New Mexico State Purchasing and payment requirements

Job ID 164874
Posting End Date: 07/09/2026
Salary range: $32.15 – $48.23 Hourly/$66,880 – $100,320 Annually
Pay Band C9

This position exists to administer and manage the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI), consisting of a venture capital funding program, the Collateral Assistance Program (CAP), and a technical assistance funding program.

• Guide lending officers from affiliated banks, lenders, and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to ensure that the financial analysis of their clients meets the criteria for the SSBCI and CAP
• Ensure that all investments in the SSBCI and CAP adhere to Federal and State laws and regulations
• Communicate with NMFA and other analysts to ensure proper program performance
• Advise in the evaluation of data and economic forecasting of the SSBCI and CAP with agency CFO and Deputy Secretary
• Prepare program reports for federal and state agencies

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Knowledge of SSBCI and CAP, or similarly complex federal programs
• Familiarity with lending institutions and processes
• Ability to communicate effectively in public settings

Job ID 164909
Posting End Date: 07/09/2026
Salary range: $24.16 – $36.24 Hourly/$50,248 – $75,372 Annually
Pay Band C6

This role supports the daily administration of the Site Readiness and Tradeports Programs, utility pre-deployment, and other economic development infrastructure, ensuring proper use of funds and compliance with laws and policies. It provides technical assistance to the applicants and works closely with internal teams and external partners, such as local governments, developers, and economic development organizations to support program success.

Responsibilities include compiling applications and coordinating review with leadership, with occasional in-state travel. The position also supports board activities by organizing meetings, managing materials, facilitating Advisory Committee meetings, and keeping minutes per the Open Meetings Act.

• Program Support and Technical Assistance: Manage daily support for the Site Readiness and Tradeports Programs
• Board Management: Support board activities, including scheduling, distributing materials, running virtual meetings, and recording minutes
• Fiscal Administration: Support execution of agreements, track and reconcile expenditures in the state system (SHARE), and manage travel/per diem reimbursements.
• Marketing and Outreach: Create and share promotional materials, hold public meetings, maintain program statistics, update NMEDDs site readiness website.

The ideal candidate would have extensive experience in:

• Customer service with strong verbal and written communication
• Providing support to boards by coordinating meetings, distributing materials to board members, offering in-person and/or virtual administrative assistance, managing meeting logistics, and recording minutes.
• Goal-oriented and detail-oriented, ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Marketing outreach of programs to local, state and private sector stakeholders, business, professional or economic development organizations
• Knowledge of state government procurement and budget tracking–processes for creating purchase requisitions, tracking purchase orders and monitoring budget balances
• Public speaking and presentations