Board Administrator (RLD #3911)

Onsite$51,750 - $77,626/yrPosted Sep 22, 2026

Job details

Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Work type
Onsite
Compensation
$51,750 - $77,626/yr
Posted
Sep 22, 2026
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About this role

Salary

 

$24.88 - $37.32 Hourly

$51,755 - $77,633 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C6

Posting Details

 
The New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department (RLD) is more than regulators, we are the backbone of trust, innovation, and progress across the state. From championing consumer protection to empowering businesses, professionals and industries, RLD is at the center of shaping New Mexico's economic future.

The Boards and Commissions Division oversees the administration of 28 professional and occupational licensing boards and commissions, and approximately 100,000 individual licenses ranging from dentists and social workers to real estate brokers and cosmetologists. This position is located within the Divisions Health Licensing Bureau, based out of the Department's Santa Fe office.
Each board and commission has its own set of rules and its own licensing requirements. The Governor of New Mexico appoints members to boards and commissions who work closely with the Superintendent of the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department to protect consumer rights while promoting good business practices and economic growth. 

Here at RLD, you will find growth, purpose and the chance to leave your mark on one of New Mexico's most influential agencies.

RLD participates in E-Verify and will verify employment upon hire.

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

Why does the job exist?

 
Board Administrators serves a critical role of assisting boards and commissions in executing their administrative duties and to ensure that constituents - which includes current licensees, applicants, and other members of the public - are informed as to requirements for initial licensure, renewal, and accountability and compliance actions related to professions regulated by the Division.
The Board Administrator works closely with other areas of the Division, including legal counsel, compliance and investigative staff, and maintains awareness of activities involving assigned boards and related professions. This position also works with state government contacts outside of the Division, including assigned attorneys from the New Mexico Department of Justice and staff from the State Records Center and Archives, as well as external entities and organizations that are associated with our regulated professions.

How does it get done?

 
As part of our team, you'll step into a dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities.
This position may serve as the primary staff contact for one or more health licensing boards administratively attached to the Division, and act as a trusted advisor to professional and public members appointed by the Governor to the board, facilitating regular public meetings, rule hearings, and ensuring that public business of the board is tracked and executed timely.
The Board Administrator and various staff members will work with at least two licensing boards, ranging from the Massage Therapy Board, Nursing Home Administrators Board, and the Nutrition and Dietetics Practice Board. This position will also work closely with the Team Manager to monitor the Team's licensing process, audit licensing activity, and assist in training other staff regarding licensing requirements and procedures.

Must be able to operate a provided state vehicle for purposes of essential travel to/from locations as necessary to carry out the duties of the position.

Here at RLD, integrity meets innovation. We bring together bold thinkers, problem-solvers, and dedicated professionals who believe in making a difference.

Who are the customers?

 
The Board Administrator is instrumental in fulfilling the Division's two pronged mission to assist boards and commissions in executing their duties and also to ensure that constituents - which includes current licensees, applicants, and other members of the public -are informed as to requirements for initial licensure, renewal, and accountability and compliance actions related to the regulated by boards and commissions within the Division.

Our customers are individuals applying for a professional or health license in any of the 28 professions regulated. The customer includes professionals, applicants, insurance and credentialing companies and members of the public who are dependent on the services provided by the licensed professional.

Ideal Candidate

 
The ideal candidate for the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division is a mission-driven professional who thrives at the intersection of public service, regulatory excellence and innovation. Some key qualities of our ideal candidate would be:
Integrity First
Analytical Thinker
Adaptable and Innovative
Collaborative Spirit
Public Service Mindset
Strong Communicator
Having experience in state government, public service, compliance, law, healthcare or related regulated industries and public policy work that includes reading, interpreting, and applying statutes and regulations is plus. Experience working with or for a public body or other organization that follows parliamentary procedures to discuss business, formulate policy, adopt rules, and vote to issue decisions, including experience following the New Mexico Open Meetings Act is also preferred. The ideal candidate is not just an employee, but a steward of trust - someone who values accountability, embraces challenges, and takes pride in shaping a stronger, safer, and more vibrant New Mexico.

Minimum Qualification

 
Associate Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or Accounting and one (1) year of directly related job experience in the areas of office administration, budgeting, purchasing, finance, accounting, auditing, cash management, contract management, and/or in the procedures of business and management principles involved in strategic planning. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling three (3) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Employment Requirements

 
Applicants must have and maintain current drivers license, Defensive Driving Certificate and be able to pass a Background Check.

Working Conditions

 
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.

Must be able to operate a provided state vehicle for purposes of essential travel to/from locations as necessary to carry out the duties of the position.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Kathy Ortiz (505) 476-4295. Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

 
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
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