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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 EDD’s Human Resources Manager Carla Montoya at Carla.Montoya@edd.nm.gov or call 505-709-8037.

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EDD Job Opportunities:

Executive Secretary and Administrative Assistant (Santa Fe)

$19.97 – $29.95 Hourly | $41,527 – $62,291 Annually
Pay Band C4
Job ID 160725
Apply by Feb 5, 2026

This position provides high-level administrative support for the Office of the Deputy Cabinet Secretary and serves as the initial point of contact to the public.
This position provides high-level administrative and financial support to the staff in the areas of office administration, procurement, and scheduling, as well as maintenance of records in accordance with all policies, rules and regulations.

Key Qualifications:

Excellent customer service, and social skills, the ability to multi-task and possess a high attention to detail and organization.
Serve as a reliable first point of contact and support the Deputy Secretary and the Office of the Secretary in a fast-paced environment, ensuring smooth office operations.
The person in this role will be expected to be agile and empathetic, self-motivated to work independently as well as within a team.
Often being the first point of contact for public inquiries, the individual in this role must conduct her/himself with the utmost professionalism as a representative of the agency and the State of New Mexico.

The ideal candidate will also have experience and knowledge in:

1) Microsoft Office Suite
2) State government policies, procedures and protocols
3) Scheduling appointments, meetings, conferences and public events
4) Processing travel requests, arrangements, and reimbursements
5) Procurement processes including preparing purchase requests, tracking and managing purchase orders, processing invoices, professional and general services contracts
6) Experience handling confidential information; ability to prioritize tasks and maintain professionalism while supporting both the Deputy Secretary and the Office of the Secretary in a fast-paced environment.

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 drivers license.
Must obtain and maintain a state of New Mexico defensive driving certificate.

Global Partnerships and Economic Transition Representative (Albuquerque)

$32.15 – $48.23 Hourly | $66,880 – $100,320 Annually
Pay Band C9
Job ID 160719
Apply by Feb 1, 2026

The Global Partnerships and Economic Transition Representative supports New Mexico’s long-term economic diversification and international engagement by building and maintaining relationships with foreign and domestic partners that align with the state’s strategic growth goals. This position serves a dual purpose: advancing New Mexico’s presence in international markets while strengthening the state’s internal capacity to transition toward a sustainable and equitable economy.

The position engages with foreign governments, consulates, chambers of commerce, and trade organizations, particularly in Mexico, Taiwan, Japan, Singapore, and other key markets to promote investment, innovation, and collaboration. In parallel, the representative supports the state’s Just Transition Initiative, coordinating research, stakeholder engagement, and inter-agency collaboration that promote economic diversification and reduce dependence on extractive industries. The position complements efforts under the Trade Ports Development Act, the Site Readiness Development Act, and other economic infrastructure and transition initiatives. Additionally, this role serves as the Department’s Tribal Liaison, representing EDD among New Mexico’s nations, tribes, and pueblos to ensure inclusive participation in statewide economic growth.

The Ideal Candidate is:

diplomatic and forward-thinking professional with experience in international relations, global trade, or government affairs.
possesses a strong understanding of economic diversification and transition strategies and can connect policy goals to tangible partnerships and measurable outcomes.
demonstrates cultural competence when engaging with foreign governments and New Mexico’s nations, tribes, and pueblos.
is comfortable working across agencies and sectors, managing complex projects, and representing the department in high-level settings.
has strong written and verbal communication skills, policy analysis abilities, and a commitment to equity and sustainability are essential.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Economics, Economic Development, Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, Historic Preservation, Communications/Journalism, Community Development, Urban Design, Urban / Regional Planning, or any related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) 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 eight (8) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Must maintain a current drivers 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.

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