Aging and Long-Term Services Department
The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) was established in 2004 to provide advocacy, support, and resources for seniors and adults with disabilities. The department oversees the state’s Area Agencies on Aging to elevate the quality of care at senior centers, offers advocacy through the Long-Term Care Ombudsman volunteer program, and provides intervention through the agency’s national award-winning Adult Protective Services.
Children, Youth and Families Department
All of New Mexico’s children are our priority. We work to make sure that every child is safe from abuse and neglect. We also work to strengthen families so that they are safe, healthy and resilient.
Department of Agriculture
The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) benefits the public by promoting the viability and advancement of New Mexico agriculture and affiliated industries. NMDA promotes a fair marketplace, food protection, marketing, and economic development; supports the beneficial use and conservation of natural resources; and works cooperatively with the public and private sectors.
Department of Cultural Affairs
For centuries, New Mexico has been a mecca where many and varied cultures have lived side by side, sharing and celebrating their cultural differences. The result — a lush, refreshing texture of styles and designs on the joyful business of living. The Department of Cultural Affairs represents New Mexico’s dedication to preserving and celebrating the cultural integrity and diversity of the state.
Department of Finance & Administration
The New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) serves New Mexico through fiscal management support for state agencies, local governments, and community-based programs to achieve responsible and quality fiscal services for all New Mexicans. DFA received a clean audit for FY21 and remains committed to the continued improvement of the state's financial reporting. DFA was also an instrumental part in the accurate count of the 2020 Census, ensuring the promise of additional federal funding to the state.
Department of Health
The New Mexico Department of Health works to ensure a healthier New Mexico. The department’s mission is to ensure health equity and works with our partners to promote health and well-being and improve health outcomes for all people in New Mexico.
Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management
The New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) prides itself on being the central source for information on the state’s homeland security and emergency management efforts and initiatives. Our agency is building a culture of security and service for all New Mexicans. By coordinating with local communities, tribal partners, federal agencies, and volunteer organizations, DHSEM works to build a more resilient New Mexico for all citizens and visitors.
Department of Information Technology
The New Mexico Department of Information Technology (DoIT) is the enterprise
technology partner serving State agencies in technology advancements to
streamline and improve the State’s IT ecosystem in a secure data center and network
environment. DoIT promotes a safe and secure enterprise computing environment
and protects the privacy and security of the State’s information through
implementation of industry-accepted security policies, standards, and
procedures.
Department of Public Safety
At the Department of Public Safety (DPS) our top priority is to protect human life and property in New Mexico through the detection and prevention of criminal activity and enforcement of state laws and regulations. The DPS is responsible for statewide law enforcement services, training, disaster, and emergency response. The agency provides technical communications and forensics support to the public and other law enforcement agencies. The New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy trains and certified law enforcement and telecommunication (dispatcher) and provides oversight of nine sub-academies located throughout New Mexico. New Mexico State Police is the most recognizable division of the department.
Department of Transportation
Multimodal transportation choices invigorate the economy and connect people in small towns and cities and facilitate transportation of goods and people to other states and nations. NMDOT focuses on the following modes of travel: transit, rail, aviation and highways. We’ve strengthened our commitment to traffic safety, environmental excellence, and complete planning, design and engineering services.
Department of Veterans' Services
The New Mexico Department of Veterans Services (NMDVS) provides support and services for New Mexico’s veterans and their families. NMDVS treats every veteran, regardless of their rank achieved during military service, with the respect and gratitude befitting someone who has served our country. We strive every day to live up to our agency’s official motto: Serving Those Who Served. To us, every day is Veterans Day.
Department of Wildlife
From mammals and birds to fish, amphibians and reptiles, the New Mexico Department of Wildlife oversees the management of a large diversity of wildlife species, and their habitats, across our great state. In addition to the management of more common species, the Department also develops and implements recovery plans for wildlife species listed by the state as threatened or endangered, ensuring that the biodiversity of New Mexico is not lost.
Department of Workforce Solutions
The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions, whose mission is to Educate, Empower, Employ, and Enforce, is committed to being a leader in and a facilitator of a competitive workforce for the benefit of all New Mexico. The department’s goals are: to be a business-driven department, understanding the needs of employers with a focus on the employability of all New Mexicans; to be an integral part of all economic development and education initiatives; to be efficient and responsive to the diverse needs of New Mexico’s employers and workforce; and to be a “gateway” to employment.
Early Childhood Education & Care Department
The Early Childhood Education and Care Department is working to ensure that all New Mexican families and young children have equitable access to high-quality early childhood opportunities.
Economic Development New Mexico
The mission of the Economic Development Department is to improve the lives of New Mexico families by creating economic opportunities and providing a place for businesses to thrive. New opportunities come from economic growth across diverse targeted industry sectors. The Economic Development Department programs provide investment and technical assistance to help businesses grow and communities achieve their goals.
Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department
The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department strives to become a national model for an energy and natural resource agency with deep policy expertise, transparent processes, and a cohesive mission that balances conservation and development. The five divisions housed in EMNRD, Energy Conservation and Management, Forestry, State Parks, Oil Conservation, and Mining and Minerals, play a crucial role in managing natural resources for future generations, ensuring responsible development, and expanding renewable energy.
Environment Department
Our mission is to protect and restore the environment and to foster a healthy and prosperous New Mexico for present and future generations. We implement our mission guided by four core values: science, innovation, collaboration, and compliance. We use the best available science to inform our decision making in protecting public health and the environment. We employ creative engineering and technical solutions to address environmental challenges. We engage communities and interested stakeholders in decision-making. Finally, we ensure compliance with state regulations and permits, leveling the playing field by holding polluters accountable.
General Services Department
The General Services Department is the support agency for state government, providing agencies with air and ground transportation, facilities management and operation, construction management, printing and graphics solutions, procurement contracting, health care and other employee benefits, liability coverage and more.
Health Care Authority
The mission of the New Mexico Health Care Authority is to ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by
providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality
health care and safety-net services. HCA administers a variety of programs, including but not limited to Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), behavioral health, child support, and utility assistance.
Higher Education Department
If you are looking to explore educational opportunities beyond high school, find money for school, prepare for college and careers, attain a High School Equivalency Credential, or build your literacy skills, the New Mexico Higher Education Department is here to help. The New Mexico Higher Education Department oversees the state’s public colleges, universities and special schools, funds adult education and literacy programs statewide, and administers scholarships and financial aid programs.
Indian Affairs Department
The New Mexico Indian Affairs Department (IAD) is charged with improving the wellbeing of Indigenous people in New Mexico and strengthening state-tribal relations with New Mexico’s 23 sovereign Nations, Tribes, and Pueblos. Our vision is that Tribal Nations, Tribal communities and Indigenous people are happy, healthy and prosperous and that traditional ways of life are honored, valued and respected.
Martin Luther King, JR. State Commission
New Mexico Army National Guard
The Guard dates back to 1636, when Citizen-Soldiers formed militias to defend community and country. And for 377 years, the Guard has stayed true to its roots. Enlisting in the National Guard means more time at home. Training typically requires one weekend each month, with a two-week training period once each year. Get a degree with money for school, learn job skills that translate to the civilian world, make bonds that last a lifetime and earn pride for life. When you become a Guard Soldier, your family will thank you, your country will thank you and your future will owe you.
New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD)
The New Mexico Corrections Department strives to strengthen New Mexico communities through the operation of safe prison facilities, effective community supervision, and community involvement. Our goal is to provide those entrusted to our care with opportunities for positive personal growth and self-development through our various initiatives. Under the strong leadership of our Governor and Cabinet Secretary, the vision of NMCD is to hold a stronger New Mexico through respect, integrity, service, and encouragement.
New Mexico Medical Board
The New Mexico Medical Board is the state agency that regulates the
licensing of physicians and physician assistants. It was created in the
interest of the public health, safety and welfare to protect the public
from the improper, unprofessional, incompetent and unlawful practice of
medicine.
New Mexico State Investment Council
The New Mexico State Investment Council oversees more than $60 billion of New Mexico’s investment funds, including the Land Grant and Severance Tax Permanent Funds as well as 12 other state endowment, reserve and governmental funds. These investment funds currently deliver more than $2.5 billion in funding to the state every year, primarily for public schools and early childhood education, as well as other critical government services. However, due to rapid growth of the SIC-managed funds, these state assets are now projected to distribute more than $38 billion to New Mexico beneficiaries and the General Fund over the coming decade alone. The 11-member State Investment Council includes its Chair, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard, and State Treasurer Laura Montoya.
New Mexico State Police
The New Mexico State Police serves New Mexico as the premier law enforcement agency in the state. Our mission begins with establishing partnerships and relationships within our communities that mitigate and prevent crime. The New Mexico State Police investigate crimes within, and beyond city and county jurisdictions. Often times they are called upon to use specialized resources to confront crimes all over the State of New Mexico. Often times our agency must work cooperatively with federal law enforcement agencies in investigations that occur in the State Of New Mexico. These relationships are equally vital as they are important to the safety of our citizens and the State of New Mexico.
New Mexico Tourism Department
The New Mexico Tourism Department is the statewide agency tasked with promoting New Mexico for leisure travel and driving visitation to the state. The Tourism Department plans, produces, and monitors national marketing and advertising campaigns through the award-winning New Mexico True brand. The Tourism Department also manages grant programs and other services that strive to empower communities with the resources and technical expertise to develop and promote tourism for their own community.
Office of African American Affairs
The Office of African American Affairs will study, identify, and provide change by means of support, advocacy and resources relevant to the African American community.
Office of the Governor
As governor, Lujan Grisham has implemented a series of evidence-based policies aimed at transforming New Mexico’s public education system, expanding the state’s economy to include more high-quality employment opportunities and preserving New Mexico’s air, land and water. In 2019, she oversaw one of the most productive legislative sessions in state history, signing a broad package of bipartisan bills into law, notably a historic investment in public education and a landmark transition to clean energy.
Office of the Lieutenant Governor
Lieutenant Governor Howie C. Morales fulfills his constitutional and statutory duties by serving as President of the New Mexico Senate; by serving as Acting Governor when Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is out of the state; by providing constituent services; and by serving as a member on several boards, commissions, and councils. He also serves as a statutory member of the governor’s executive cabinet.
Office of the State Engineer/Interstate Stream Commission
The Office of the State Engineer is charged with administering the state’s water resources. The State Engineer has authority over the supervision, measurement, appropriation, and distribution of all surface and groundwater in New Mexico, including streams and rivers that cross state boundaries. The State Engineer is also Secretary of the Interstate Stream Commission. Programs in the Office of the State Engineer include: Water Resource Allocation Program (WRAP), Water Use and Conservation, Dam Safety, Water Rights Abstracting Bureau (WRAB), Hydrology, Geographic Information System (GIS), Water Well Driller Licensing, Litigation and Adjudication Program (LAP), and Program Support.
Public Education Department
The New Mexico Public Education Department partners with educators, communities, and families to ensure that ALL students are healthy, secure in their identity, and holistically prepared for college, career, and life. Our mission is to ensure students in New Mexico are engaged in a culturally and linguistically responsive educational system that meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of ALL students.
Regulation & Licensing Department
Welcome to the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department. We regulate more than 400,000 individuals and businesses more than two dozen industries, professions, and trades across the state. The New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department strives to ensure that New Mexicans receive quality care and services from qualified individuals and businesses in different industries, professions and trades. We touch everyday activities of every New Mexican, while ensuring a fair and prompt administrative process to help spur economic development.
State Personnel Office
The State Personnel Office (SPO) is responsible for the administration and oversight of the classified service personnel system, which consists of approximately 18,000 state employees from roughly 68 executive state agencies, boards and commissions. SPO is a trusted and collaborative partner that propels agencies forward by helping them innovate, attract, and develop talent by providing resources, support, and strategic planning. No matter what agency a state employee works for, SPO is committed to meeting the needs of each employee at every stage in their employment lifecycle. Find out more at www.spo.state.nm.us
Taxation & Revenue Department
The Taxation and Revenue Department serves the State of New Mexico by providing fair and efficient tax and motor vehicle services. It administers more than 35 tax programs and distributes revenue to the State and to local and tribal governments throughout New Mexico. The Department strives to reduce taxpayer burden through clearer communication, statutes, regulations, forms, correspondence and instructions.
Workers' Compensation Administration
The New Mexico Workers’ Compensation Administration’s (WCA) mission is to assure the quick and efficient delivery of benefits to injured workers at a reasonable cost to employers. The WCA works to maintain a balance between the interests of workers and employers, and maintains jurisdiction over most New Mexico businesses.
