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 Compliance Team, 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.
Why does the job exist?
This position conducts inspections and investigations for various boards and commissions when their respective laws authorize inspection authority. Inspections are conducted to ensure establishments and individuals are in compliance with licensing, health and safety requirements as determined by each practice act and rules.
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.
Key Job assignments include conducting inspections and investigations in accordance with board, division and agency policies and procedures and the boards' practice acts and rules; prepares narratives, reports, inspections forms and complaints that are composed clearly and are thorough, objective and articulate facts; presents reports to include inspection and investigative findings and recommendations to committees and boards; and provide witness testimonial during disciplinary hearings.
Here at RLD, integrity meets innovation. We bring together bold thinkers, problem-solvers, and dedicated professionals who believe in making a difference.
Must be able to regularly/daily operate a provided state vehicle for purposes of essential travel to/from inspection sites and other locations as necessary to carry out the duties of the position.
Who are the customers?
Inspectors conduct inspections on behalf of multiple professional licensing boards. Establishments are defined as a location where regulated services are provided to the public. Inspectors ensure that establishment and individual practitioners throughout the state of New Mexico are in compliance with licensing, sanitation and safety standards.
Ideal Candidate
Inspectors conduct inspections on behalf of multiple professional licensing boards. Establishments are defined as a location where regulated services are provided to the public. Inspectors ensure that establishment and individual practitioners throughout the state of New Mexico are in compliance with licensing, sanitation and safety standards.
Minimum Qualification
High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in investigations, regulation, policy, statutory, and/or contract compliance. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within 90 days of employment. Must be able to pass a background check.
Working Conditions
Minimal office setting, exposure to Visual/Video Display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer, tablet and telephone usage; and extensive field work with extended periods of sitting and driving. Staff hired for this position must properly handle electronic equipment with care. Staff hired for this position must also be able to lift 25lbs and must be able to travel for overnights or multiple overnights throughout New Mexico.
Must be able to regularly/daily operate a provided state vehicle for purposes of essential travel to/from inspection sites and other locations as necessary to carry out the duties of the position.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Christopher Keith (505) 476-4622. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
