Senior Administrative Assistant (DOT/D6 #20546)

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Agency

Department of Transportation

Posting End Date

01/05/2026

Job Posting Type

Standard Requisition

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Job ID

160179

Location

Milan

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular – PERM for State

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Salary

$19.97 – $29.95 Hourly

$41,527 – $62,291 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C4

Posting Details

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

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) provides a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public while promoting economic development and preserving New Mexico’s environment.

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to receive three (3) days of administrative leave upon your start date.

This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government.

Why does the job exist?

The incumbent in this position will provide high level administrative support to the District Engineer and staff by preparing correspondence, maintaining files, and performing other secretarial and clerical duties. This position will also serve as the training liaison for district six.

How does it get done?

By performing various clerical duties.

Who are the customers?

District Engineer and staff.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have experience in:

• Microsoft Office products
• Scheduling various meetings/events
• Good interaction with co-workers

Minimum Qualification

High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years work experience in office administration. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.

Employment Requirements

Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office setting, sitting for extended periods of time utilizing a computer, exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and phone usage. May require overtime at times and under pressure to meet deadlines, interaction with co-workers, and occasional travel may be required.

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Agency Contact Information: Mati Leake, (505)467-9335, Matilda.leake@dot.nm.gov, 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.

Agency

Department of Transportation

Posting End Date

01/05/2026

Job Posting Type

Standard Requisition

For more Job Requirements & Classification Description:

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