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Institute for Applied Ecology
The Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE) is a non-profit started in 1999 with a mission to conserve and restore native
plants and their habitat through restoration, research, and education. Our vision is a world where all people and wildlands
are healthy and interact positively, biological diversity flourishes, and environmental challenges are met with a social
commitment to solving problems with scientific principles. Our Southwest Office (IAE SW) works in New Mexico and
Arizona.
Native Seed and Habitat Restoration YCC Crew Member
Start Date: 7/6/2026
End Date: 11/5/2026
Location: Santa Fe, NM
Status: Temporary, Full-time
Compensation: $19.50/hr
Plus paid holidays, 16 hours of vacation time, and sick leave.
Position Description
IAE SW seeks to hire four Native Seed and Habitat Restoration Crew Members through funding from the Youth
Conservation Corps (YCC). The crew will work with a crew lead and IAE staff to gain hands-on experience in
conservation, native seed collection, restoration, and outdoor education. The weekly work schedule will consist of four
10-hour days (7am-5pm, Monday through Thursday) per week, with occasional exceptions depending on fieldwork needs.
The crew will be based out of Santa Fe, NM, and will travel to field sites in provided vehicles. Field sites are located
throughout New Mexico and may require occasional overnight camping.
Specific Responsibilities
● Native seed collection:
o Scout plant populations, track phenology, hand collect seed, and record site data.
o Seed collections will be made from native wildflowers to support IAE’s pollinator habitat restoration
projects.
● Native seed production field maintenance:
o Assist with planting, weeding, and general maintenance of native seed production fields in a farm setting.
● Restoration:
o Assist with invasive species identification and removal, broadcast seeding, planting, and watering at IAE
pollinator habitat restoration sites in New Mexico.
● Outdoor education:
o Assist with IAE’s ecological education programs for youth and teenagers.
● Native seed processing
o Assist with seed cleaning, packaging, labeling, and data collection.
● Monitoring
o Habitat assessments and surveys for monarch butterflies and other native pollinators.
Studies have shown that Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC), women and other marginalized groups are less
likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We
are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less
traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and
qualifications for the role.
Minimum Qualifications
● Must be between the ages of 18-25 at the time of hire (YCC requirement)
● Must be a New Mexico resident (YCC requirement)
● Must be available for at least 12 weeks, though applicants available for the entire 18-week duration are
strongly preferred
● A positive attitude with an interest in conservation biology, botany, or restoration ecology
● Effective communication skills and experience working on a team
● Organized and detail-oriented
● Basic computer skills
● Comfortable outdoors: able to work in a variety of adverse field conditions, which may include exposure to heat
and sun, monsoonal rains, and hazardous wildlife
● Able to conduct frequent bending, kneeling, and standing
Native Seed and Habitat Restoration YCC Crew Lead
Start Date: 7/6/2026
End Date: 11/5/2026
Location: Santa Fe, NM
Status: Temporary, Full-time
Compensation: $22.00/hr
Plus paid holidays, 16 hours of vacation time, and sick leave.
Position Description
IAE SW seeks to hire one Native Seed and Habitat Restoration Crew Lead through funding from the Youth Conservation
Corps (YCC). The crew lead will work closely with IAE staff to coordinate 4 crew members and gain hands-on
experience in conservation, native seed collection, restoration, and outdoor education. The weekly work schedule will
consist of four 10-hour days (7am-5pm, Monday through Thursday) per week, with occasional exceptions depending on
fieldwork needs. The crew will be based out of Santa Fe, NM, and will travel to field sites in provided vehicles. Field sites
are located throughout New Mexico and may require occasional overnight camping.
Specific Responsibilities
● Work with IAE staff to coordinate and mentor four crew members.
● Prioritize personal and crew safety while working in the field.
● Native seed collection:
o Scout plant populations, track phenology, hand collect seed, and record site data.
o Seed collections will be made from native wildflowers to support IAE’s pollinator habitat restoration
projects.
● Native seed production field maintenance:
o Assist with planting, weeding, and general maintenance of native seed production fields in a farm setting.
● Restoration:
o Assist with invasive species identification and removal, broadcast seeding, planting, and watering at IAE
pollinator habitat restoration sites in New Mexico.
● Outdoor education:
o Assist with developing outreach materials for IAE’s ecological education and outreach programs.
● Native seed processing
o Assist with seed cleaning, packaging, labeling, and data collection.
● Monitoring
o Habitat assessments and surveys for monarch butterflies and other native pollinators.
Studies have shown that Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC), women and other marginalized groups are less
likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We
are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less
traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and
qualifications for the role.
Minimum Qualifications
● Must be between the ages of 18-25 at the time of hire (YCC requirement)
● Must be a New Mexico resident (YCC requirement)
● Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive on off-highway gravel or dirt roads
● Must be available for the entire 18-week duration
● A positive attitude with an interest in conservation biology, botany, or restoration ecology
● Effective communication skills and experience working on a team
● Organized and detail-oriented
● Basic computer skills
● Comfortable outdoors: able to work in a variety of adverse field conditions, which may include exposure to heat
and sun, monsoonal rains, and hazardous wildlife
● Able to conduct frequent bending, kneeling, and standing
Preferred Qualifications
● 1+ field seasons performing outdoor work, especially natural resources field work
● Knowledge of plants of the Southwest
● Coursework/training in botany or natural resources
How to Apply
Please fill out the online application form by 11:59pm, Sunday, April 5th, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a
rolling basis until the position is filled.
NOW HIRING! Las Vegas, New Mexico Prefab Facility
B.PUBLIC Prefab is a forward-thinking design and prefab manufacturer with facilities in Santa Fe and Las Vegas,
New Mexico. We design and build some of the finest energy-efficient homes available across North America.
B.Public Prefab provides on-the-job training.
- IN-DOOR SHOP PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE – Insulation
B.Public Prefab is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit any
kind of discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information,
pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Link to application
Starting Wage Range
$24 to $30 (Hourly Wage is dependent on qualifications).Production staff responsibilities include; Assisting in the general construction of prefabricated wood building
components, including material cutting, framing & sheathing, insulation, & weather protection.
On-the-job training may include: architectural plan reading, General construction best practices, forklift
operation, green building design and construction, power and pneumatic tool use, and safety.
The Santa Fe National Forest is hiring 12 seasonal employees
APPLY ON USAJOBS.GOV FEBRUARY 20 – MARCH 3, 2026
JOIN US FOR A VIRTUAL WEBINAR ON FEBRUARY 25, 2026.
JOIN OUR TEAM:
The Santa Fe National Forest is hiring 12 seasonal employees to serve as forestry aids and technicians this
summer. These positions support public access, visitor services, and stewardship of the Santa Fe National Forest.
These temporary positions, not to exceed 1,039 hours, are located in Coyote, Cuba, Espanola, Jemez Springs, Las
Vegas, and Pecos, New Mexico.
Join us for a webinar on Wednesday, February 25, to learn more.
WEBINAR INFORMATION:
The Santa Fe National Forest will host two webinars to guide candidates through the application process.
• February 25, 2026, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
• February 25, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Webinar on new application guidelines for USAjobs.gov is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vVE62plAxw
Must create an effective
USAJOBS resume within the new two-page limit.
Apply on USAJOBS.GOV
Questions?
Email: lawrence.lujan@usda.gov
Summer Youth Program- Santa Fe
WE ARE HIRING!
SUMMER
YOUTH
PROGRAM
Applications will close on March 30th, 2026 at 5:00 pm MST.
OPPORTUNITES:
- Summer Youth Program Aide
- Summer Youth Program Assistant
- Supervisor
Summer Youth Program Supervisor
Must be age 16+ to apply.
How to Apply
Requirements:
Must be available to work May 26- July 24th, 2026
*See Career Opportunities page for job-specific requirements.
QU-REACH Summer 2026 Quantum Undergraduate Research Experience | APPLY BY MARCH 7th | at UNM in ABQ
Title: QU-REACH – Quantum Undergraduate Research Experience at the Center for High Technology Materials (UNM)
Who:
-Applicants must be enrolled in a college or university in the state of New Mexico at the time of application.
-Applicants must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the program.
-Domestic and International students are welcome to apply.
-No specific background is required, but 1-3 years of undergraduate coursework in a physics, chemistry, math, or engineering major is preferred.
What: Quantum Technology harnesses the unique features of quantum mechanical systems for devices that hold the promise to revolutionize the fields of computing, communications, and sensing, and deepen our understanding of the universe. QU-REACH leverages the longstanding and growing research infrastructure in Quantum Technology at UNM to provide New Mexico undergraduate students with an early hands-on research experience in Quantum Technology. Projects are available in a broad range of disciplines (Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, etc.) related to the three cornerstones of Quantum Technology: Quantum Sensing, Quantum Communications, and Quantum Computing.
When: May 26 – July 31, 2026 (10 weeks)
Where: University of New Mexico, Main Campus, Albuquerque
Benefits: $8,000 stipend. A limited number of housing stipends for students attending schools outside of the Albuquerque metro area will also be available.
Application Deadline: March 7, 2026
Learn more and apply: https://qureach.unm.edu/
Internship Opportunities- Las Cruces
Internship opportunity to join Conservation Corps New Mexico in supporting the BLM and Public Lands Interpretive Association with an exciting public lands stewardship initiative in Las Cruces. This is a project funded by the New Mexico Youth Conservation Corps and is for NM residents ages 18-25.
Education Specialist Individual Placement (5 Openings)
Colorado State Forest Service – Seasonal Forester
We are looking for motivated individuals to join our team for the upcoming field season.
Position Details:
Role: Seasonal Forester
Location: Frisco, Colorado
Employment Dates: Mid-May 2026 through October 31, 2026 (Dates flexible; 40hrs/week)
How to Apply: Interested candidates can view the full job description and submit their application through the CSU Careers portal here: Link to Seasonal Forester Application
PARALEGAL-Office of the General Counsel
Opening Date: February 9, 2026 Position No.: 33424
Closing Date: February 20, 2026 Position Status: Full-time, At-Will
Pay: $24.736 – $30.920/ Hourly Office of the General Counsel or as assigned
Essential Tasks: Under general supervision of an attorney, this position will work in the Office of the General Counsel (“OGC”), which performs legal research
and analysis for Judges and Administration in the areas of business, contract, procurement, employment, general civil and criminal law. Keep others in the
court appraised of changes in laws and rules of procedure. Maintain and update contracts, advise and assist with procurements, legal forms, and procedures.
Knowledge of the Court’s rules, policies, and operations, the use of Westlaw, and New Mexico One Source. May perform other duties as assigned in order to meet
the operational needs of the Court. Exercise independent judgment in appraising situations and making decisions and recommendations. Organize and prioritize
workload and manage multiple projects; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. A
more comprehensive copy of the job description is available at www.metrocourt.state.nm.us or may be obtained in the Human Resource office of the
Metropolitan Court.
Qualifications: A Paralegal shall have several qualification options; however, all shall be in accordance with the State Bar of New Mexico, Rules Governing
Paralegal Services, Paralegal qualifications, Rule 20-115 [Approved effective January 30, 2004]. A paralegal shall meet one or more of the following
educational, training or work experience qualifications: A. graduation from a paralegal program that is: (1) approved by the American Bar Association; (2)
an associate degree program; (3) a post-baccalaureate certificate program in paralegal studies; or (4) a bachelor’s degree program; B. graduation from a postsecondary legal assistant program which consists of a minimum of sixty (60) semester hours or equivalent, as defined by the American Bar Association
guidelines for the Approval of Paralegal Education Programs, of which at least eighteen (18) semester hours or equivalent are general education courses and
eighteen (18) semester hours or equivalent are legal specialty courses; C. a bachelor’s degree in any field plus 2 (two) years of substantive law-related experience
under the supervision of a licensed attorney. Successful completion of at least fifteen (15) semester hours of substantive paralegal courses may be substituted
for one year of law-related experience; D. graduation from an accredited law school and not disbarred or suspended from the practice of law by the State of
New Mexico or any other jurisdiction; E. certification by the National Association of Legal Assistants, Incorporated, the National Federation of Paralegal
Associations, Incorporated or other equivalent national or state competency examination plus at least one (1) year of substantive law-related experience under
the supervision of a licensed attorney; or F. a high school diploma or equivalent plus seven (7) years of substantive law-related experience under the supervision
of a licensed attorney. Post-offer background history and fingerprint check is required.
Working Conditions: The following functions are representative, but not all-inclusive of the work environment and physical demands an employee may
expect to encounter in performing tasks assigned to this job. Work is performed in an office or court setting. A valid driver’s license and travel may be required.
The assigned work schedule may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. The employee must regularly interact positively with co-workers, clients,
the public, and judges and justices.
Applicants should complete a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment (Revised 07/29/2024) or Resume Supplemental Form (Revised
07/29/20240) and submit with a signature prior to 5 p.m. on the closing date to the Human Resource Division before 5 p.m. on the closing date. Mailed
applications must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date. If you would like to receive a text message when job opportunities become available, please visit
the following website: https://webapps.metrocourt.state.nm.us/HRjobsapp/job_ops
The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants selected for an interview must notify the Human
Resource Division at (505) 841-9819 of the need for an accommodation
TEXAS- State Trooper
QUALIFICATIONS
● Good moral character
● Citizen of United States
● Must be 21 upon academy graduation
● No maximum age limit
● Sixty (60) earned college credit hours
or an Associate Degree from a regional
accredited college or university; or
● Twenty Four (24) months of US Military
Active Duty Experience; or
● US Military Reserve or National Guard
who accumulate 730 retirement points
or 6 years with the Reserves orNational
Guard; or
● Equivalent Police/Federal Law
Enforcement Experience
● College hours can be waived with US
Military Active Duty or equivalent Police/
Federal Law Enforcement experience.
BENEFITS
● Hazardous duty pay; Competitive Salaries
● Stipends for education/bilingual proficiency
● Uniform cleaning allowance
● Take home vehicle assigned
● Equipment provided
● Group Life and Health Insurance;
Dependents available at reasonablerates
● Retirement Program; 401K and 457
● Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leaves
● Veteran’s Benefits for those who qualify
● Covered through Worker’s Compensation
● Exceptional Law Enforcement Trainingi n
preparation for TCOLE licensing
● Wide range of Law Enforcement Specialties
and Promotion Opportunities