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DHSEM is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Detailed instructions regarding the application process can be found on the New Mexico State Personnel Office (SPO) website. All applications are accepted online. There is no provision for mailing or hand delivering applications.
You can find a list of all Job Opportunities with the State of New Mexico on the SPO website. For roles at DHSEM, select “Homeland Security & Emgncy Mgt” under the Agency tab on the left.
The following positions are organized according to DHSEM’s five operating bureaus: Homeland Security, Preparedness, Response & Recovery, Administrative Services, and the State Fire Marshal’s Office.
Grants Management Analyst
The New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency (NMDHSEM) works to protect the people of New Mexico and the nation through a comprehensive and coordinated program of mitigating hazards, preparing for emergencies, preventing terrorist attacks, and recovering from disasters regardless of cause. The Grants Management Bureau within NMDSHEM manages tens of millions of federal grant dollars that are awarded to our state each year to help New Mexico’s communities build and sustain these programs locally.
Salary
$23.07 – $36.91 Hourly
$47,989 – $76,782 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 65
Posting End Date: 10/13/2024
Tribal Liaison Officer
The Tribal Liaison Officer is responsible for meeting with the 23 Tribes and Pueblos in the state on a consistent basis. The position introduces prevention, protection, mitigation, response and recovery initiatives to our Tribal partners in a culturally competent manner. The person in the position also gathers information on what the emergency management and homeland security needs of the Tribes and Pueblos are, then works internally to ensure we are effectively serving out customers. When a disaster occurs, this position assists with recovery efforts in the Tribal communities and helps navigate the processes.
Salary
$23.07 – $36.91 Hourly
$47,989 – $76,782 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 65
Posting End Date: 11/08/2024
Response Manager
Position performs duties of crisis coordination and operations management leading a smooth transition to recovery. This includes but is not limited to ensuring that all equipment is maintained and ready to activate including the New Mexico Emergency Operations Center (NMEOC) and associated deployable resources. The capabilities of deployable resources in support of NMEOC operations is paramount in maintaining situational awareness and a common operating picture in response to impacted area¿s needs. Managing Operations staff with the creation, maintenance and exercising of state-level emergency operations plans, standard operating guides, and continuity of operations plans is included within this position. This position or their subordinates will be in constant communication with the impacted community and ensure that all Intrastate Mutual Aid Agreements (IMAS) and/or Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) requests for assistance are processed expeditiously.
Salary
$29.58 – $47.33 Hourly
$61,531 – $98,449 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 75
Posting End Date: 10/12/2024
Grants Accountant & Auditor
The Grant Accountant and Auditor is responsible for grant draw downs, reconciliations, and closeouts for disaster and non- disaster grants awarded to our agency. This is done by gathering and compiling necessary data and information from various sources to ensure comprehensive and complete reports. Track and manage tracking logs with daily review of grant revenue and expenditures for DHSEM and FEMA compliance, to ensure accurate coding and reimbursement with grant requirements. Perform monthly reconciliations for each assigned grant and enter adjusting journal entries in SHARE, as needed. This position is required by the Department to draw federal operating funds to cover expenditure from different systems. Prepare and submit accurate and timely quarterly financial reports to FEMA for assigned grants. Collaborate with internal teams to gather relevant information and ensure compliance and deadlines are met for grant requirements.
Salary
$23.07 – $36.91 Hourly
$47,989 – $76,782 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 65
Posting End Date: 10/31/2024
Grants Manager
This position is responsible for oversight, management and compliance associated with assigned federal disaster and non-disaster grant programs awarded to the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (NMDHSEM) by the United States Department of Homeland Security (USDHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and for the New Mexico State Disaster Assistance Program (DAP). The position will also serve as a grant management subject matter expert and provide technical assistance to internal DHSEM staff, federal, state, and local partners to ensure accuracy, timeliness and compliance with laws, rules and regulations related to the assigned grant programs.
Salary
$29.58 – $47.33 Hourly
$61,531 – $98,449 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 75
Posting End Date: 10/16/2024
IT Technology Officer
This position will serve as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) including the State Fire Marshals Office (SFMO) and its satellite offices including the Fire Academy in Socorro, and at the Albuquerque TIWA building; The CTO will provide leadership, vision, and strategic planning in the management of personnel, annual budgets, cost effectiveness, contracts, IT projects and programs for all areas of information systems and technology in support of the Agency; The CTO must take charge of all emergency response IT infrastructure and will have oversight of all areas of information systems and technology, including innovation, policy, planning, design, integration, delivery, evaluation, privacy, security, incident response and continuity.
Salary
$38.44 – $61.50 Hourly
$79,950 – $127,920 Annually
This position is a Pay Band IF
Posting End Date: 10/26/2024