Quick Links:

• New Mexico State Job Search: https://careers.share.state.nm.us/ 
• New Mexico State Personnel Office: https://www.spo.state.nm.us/ 
• New Mexico Department of Agriculture Jobs: https://nmdeptag.nmsu.edu/human-resources.html 

How to Obtain a State Job: 

Applicants interested in working for the State of New Mexico can search the State Job Search website for all open opportunities, including the New Mexico Department of Environment. Select a job posting of interest and review the job responsibilities and minimum qualifications, select “Apply for Job” to be redirected to login or create an account to complete the online application. Resumes may be attached to an application as supplemental information but cannot be used in lieu of an application.

Note: Job opportunities with the New Mexico Department of Agriculture are within the New Mexico State University system. Applicants interested in these types of job opportunities must begin their search using the university’s webpage (above). The main page includes a summary of available job opportunities. Select a job posting of interest and review the job responsibilities and minimum qualifications. It is important to review the supplemental questions or additional documents required for certain job applications. If you are interested in applying for the position, select “Apply for this Job” to be redirected to develop your application online after establishing an account. Learn more: https://hr.nmsu.edu/general-resources/employment1/new-employees.html. 

How to Apply: https://www.spo.state.nm.us/applicationguide/

New Mexico Department of Agriculture

The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) regulates milk/dairy, feed, and produce that is subject to the produce safety rule. The entry level classification used by NMDA is:

NMDA Inspector, Associate
Annual Salary Range: $36,720 – $55,080

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field; no previous work experience required.

Equivalency:  Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by Human Resource Services.

New Mexico Department of Environment

The New Mexico Department of Environment (NMDE) regulates retail food, manufactured food processors and distributors, and meat & poultry processing.  The entry level classification used by NMDE is:

Environmental Scientist and Specialist – Operational
Annual Salary Range:$53,165-$85,064

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Physical, Natural, or Environmental Science, Soil Science, or Engineering AND two (2) years of work experience in public/environmental health, environmental science, Air Quality Management, Biology, Engineering, Chemistry, Geology, Hazardous Waste Management, Wildlife Management, and/or Water Resources.  

Equivalency:  High school diploma and 6 years of experience; associate’s degree and 4 years of experience; Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience or a Master’s degree (or higher) with 0 years of experience.