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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 Peter Hulsey at Peter.Hulsey@edd.nm.gov or call 505-795-3520.

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Current Job Openings:

Human Resource Manager II (EDD #3738) – Santa Fe

$32.42 – $50.25 Hourly | $67,432 – $104,519 Annually
This position is a Pay Band BK
Apply by 1/20/25
Job ID 150968

The human resources manager is responsible for direction and administration of agency human resources management (HRM) to employees and management of the Economic Development Department and for all administratively attached agencies. The position also acts as the lead for IPRA requests and as the chief records officer for EDD.

Responsibilities:

Work with agency leadership on human resources operations to ensure programs are properly executed, adhere to State Personnel Office (SPO) rules, department policies and procedures, and sound human resources management principles.
Ensure all services comply with state and federal laws, State Personnel Board (SPB) rules and regulations, SPO quality assurance guidelines, Department of Finance Administration (DFA) rules and regulations, and human resources practices.
Participate in the senior management team to set agency policy, directions, and goals.

Qualifications:

Significant experience supervising human resources staff.
Demonstrated leadership in multiple human resources disciplines.
Effective review and evaluation of the work product of others.
Expert guidance and support in a timely and professional manner to employees and management concerning compensation, classification, and recruitment.
Investigating, drafting disciplinary actions and grievance responses in all areas of employee/labor relations matters.
Administration and oversight of FMLA, ADA, ADR requests and worker’s comp and disability claims.
Proficiency in the State of New Mexico’s Human Capital Management System, SHARE modules, including payroll (transactions such as new hires, promotions, rehires, transfers), recruitment, compensation, workforce administration, time and labor, reporting tools to run queries, etc.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in any related field and five years of experience in human resource operations; recruitment, selection, payroll, compensation, and benefits administration and/or occupational analysis. One year of supervisory experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of this classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling nine years, to include one year of supervisory experience, may substitute for the required education and experience.
Must maintain a driver’s license. Must obtain and maintain a state of New Mexico defensive drivers’ certification.

Outdoor Recreation Division Program Manager (EDD #10111290) – Albuquerque

$29.58 – $47.33 Hourly | $61,531 – $98,449 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 75
Apply by 1/21/25
Job ID 151457

The New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division (ORD) is dedicated to fostering economic growth, enhancing outdoor access, and promoting environmental stewardship across the state. As part of the Economic Development Department, ORD invests in infrastructure, grants, and programs that support outdoor recreation businesses, trail development, and equitable access to outdoor experiences for New Mexico youth.

The Program Manager ensures the effective management and execution of critical initiatives, including the Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant program, which develops outdoor infrastructure; the Outdoor Equity Fund, which provides opportunities for youth from underserved communities to engage in outdoor recreation; and the Outdoor Business Accelerator program, which drives growth for outdoor recreation entrepreneurs.

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

Responsibilities:

Support the director when needed to represent the division at events, conferences, or speaking engagements.
Provide program administration for the Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant, including managing program budgets, timelines, and deliverables to ensure goals are met.
Monitor projects and provide technical assistance to recipients.
Support Outdoor Recreation Division sponsored event.
Facilitate partnerships and collaborative initiatives to maximize program impact.
Track program metrics and prepare reports to evaluate effectiveness and impact.
Analyze data to identify opportunities for program improvement and alignment with broader ORD goals.
Participate in legislative promotion for funding for the division and related programs, analyze bills related to outdoor recreation.
Contribute to policy development and strategic planning for the division growth and alignment with statewide outdoor recreation goals.

Qualifications:

Experience working within New Mexico’s outdoor recreation industry
Working with federal and state public land managers
Grant and/or program administration
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience in program administration or project management in areas related to the purpose of the position. Any combination of education in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling nine years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Office of Strategy, Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Coordinator (EDD #10116392) – Albuquerque

$32.84 – $52.54 Hourly | $68,302 – $109,283 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 80
Apply by 1/24/25
Job ID 151297

The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) Office of Strategy, Science & Technology (OSST) Entrepreneurship Coordinator is responsible for leading and implementing the necessary programs and activities required to strengthen policies and programs supporting the growth of entrepreneurship in science and technology in New Mexico.

The OSST Entrepreneurship Coordinator position is intended to facilitate, enable and encourage entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial growth in the science and technology sectors in New Mexico.

The OSST Entrepreneurship Coordinator will work directly with the OSST Director and coordinate with other EDD teams to be the focal point for engaging science and technology entrepreneurs and potential entrepreneurs and developing and growing the resources for entrepreneurs in New Mexico.

Responsibilities:

Serving as an EDD point of contact for entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses in science and technology, as well as groups/resources relevant to entrepreneurship.
Providing New Mexico entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses in science and technology with entrepreneurial assistance and guidance toward financial and business development resources to
facilitate growth, including administrative navigation.
Working with stakeholders and organizations supporting entrepreneurship in science and technology to enhance learning and skills, provide technical support, and expand access to resources for
entrepreneurs across New Mexico.
Working to strengthen policies and programs supporting the growth of entrepreneurship in New Mexico.
Identifying and applying for relevant federal grant opportunities to support and grow entrepreneurship in New Mexico. Following all reporting, financial, close-out, and administrative oversight to
ensure EDD is adhering to and implementing the scope of the grant(s).
Representing EDD through internal coordination, outreach and partnering with New Mexico research institutions and universities; advising the agency on establishing policies relating to
entrepreneurship; maintaining liaison relationships with New Mexico’s incubator and co-working facilities.
Deploying and amplifying the resources and tools of the New Mexico Economic Development Department to support and assist New Mexico entrepreneurs.
Other tasks as assigned.

The ideal candidate has experience in the following:

Entrepreneurship, business regulation navigation, and community and business outreach.
Navigating federal, state, local, and private sector business and entrepreneurial resources, particularly existing resources in New Mexico, including funding sources, investment opportunities, incubators/accelerators, etc.
Familiarity with the state’s science and technology ecosystem.
Pitching, pursuing, and navigating business investment funds such as venture capital.
Program administration, including project data tracking, analysis and reporting.
Excellent verbal and written skills — ability to relay technical information in layman’s terms, public speaking.
State legislative process, testimony, and reporting.
Minimum qualification: 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.

MainStreet Community Economic Development Specialist (EDD #10117227) – Santa Fe

$29.58 – $47.33 Hourly | $61,531 – $98,449 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 75
Apply by 2/5/25
Job ID 151438

New Mexico MainStreet (NMMS) is an asset-based community economic development program of EDD dedicated to fostering economic development in the state by supporting local MainStreet organizations, affiliates, and local government partners in their revitalization work in downtowns and traditional neighborhood commercial corridors. The Program provides resources, education, training and technical assistance services that preserve and enhance the built environment, local historic culture and heritage and stimulate the economic vitality of each participating community.

This position provides State Capital Outlay, project management, and community economic development support for the New Mexico MainStreet Coordinating Program, local MainStreet organizations, local government partners, and MainStreet Project-Based community economic development projects. The position supports the programs overarching mission to provide local affiliate non-profits and their local government partners with resources, technical assistance and a comprehensive program of revitalization strategies that develop local leadership capacity and financial tools to increase economic vitality, prevent leakage, stimulate private sector reinvestment into commercial properties and businesses, and support job creation within traditional and/or historic business districts in the state.

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

Responsibilities:

Provides Capital Outlay support to Mainstreet Staff and local communities for public infrastructure projects. Works with local MainStreet programs/communities to build their capacity to develop, implement and manage capital outlay projects.
Responsible for updating NMMS Capital Outlay Public Infrastructure Pipeline and tracking Capital Outlay project progress, status, and timeline for completion.
Provides project management support to MainStreet staff and local communities. Works with NMMS Director, NMMS Project Coordinator, NMMS Revitalization Specialists (contractors) to develop MOUs and Scopes of Work for project-based initiatives. Creates community account and project pages in Salesforce project management software to track project progress and archive and document project deliverables.
Collects and tracks NMMS service requests for local affiliate and accredited New Mexico MainStreet/Main Street America programs.
Serves as facilitator with external technical assistance providers, partners, and resources available to local MainStreet organizations and businesses.

The ideal candidate has experience in the following:

Community engagement: working with diverse community stakeholders, including local government, businesses, and nonprofit organizations.
Project Management with a track record of successfully managing, tracking, and executing community development projects.
Community and economic development principles, practices, and techniques.
Local, state, and federal funding for public infrastructure and community economic development projects, especially New Mexico State Capital Outlay.
Cultural Competence: ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and understanding of the unique needs and capacity levels of different communities.
Software Skills: proficiency with relevant project management software and tools such as Salesforce.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective reporting, presentations, and stakeholder engagement.
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.

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