Careers and Opportunities
Welcome to your gateway for career growth and community impact. Here, you’ll find a curated selection of job opportunities tailored for social work professionals—both within New Mexico State University and across the wider community. Whether you're an emerging professional seeking experience or a seasoned social worker ready for new challenges, explore roles that align with your passion and purpose. We’re here to help you connect, grow, and make a difference.
Internal Opportunities at NMSU
Are you interested in expanding your career within the NMSU community? The university offers a variety of internal opportunities for current employees and students looking to grow professionally.
We encourage you to explore openings on the NMSU Career Website and see how you can continue building your future right here at NMSU.
External Opportunities
The School of Social Work is proud to connect our students, alumni, and staff with opportunities in the community. Local agencies and organizations often share job postings and professional openings with us, and we make them available here to support your career growth.
Be sure to check back regularly for updated listings and explore how you can put your social work skills to work in service of the community.
- Department of Finance & Administration-Project Manager: Prevention and Emergency Response Initiatives, State of New Mexico
- Department of Finance & Administration-Project Manager: Youth and Family Initiatives, State of New Mexico
- Licensed Therapist, Enlace Comunitario
- Client Advocate, Enlace Comunitario
- Communications Associate/Digital Organizer, NM CAFé
- Civic Engagement Lead, NM CAFé
- Refugee Health Coordinator, New Mexico Department of Health
- Licensed Social Worker, City of Las Cruces
- Summer and Year-Round Opportunities, Ramapo for Children
Have a job posting to share or questions about opportunities? We’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to us at socwork@nmsu.edu
Professional Development Opportunities
Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned professional, continuing education is at the heart of effective social work practice. Browse the professional development opportunities below to find trainings, events, and resources that will help you grow, connect, and thrive in your career.
- Locked Out: Social Work Licensure Exams, Equity, and the Workforce Crisis
March 20, 2026 | 11:00am-12:00pm MST | Zoom Webinar | 1 CEU - Special Education Law For School Social Workers
April 17, 2026 | 10:00 am-1:00 pm | Zoom Webinar | 3 CEUs - 2-Day SW Licensure Preparation Program
April 17 & 18, 2026 | 9:00 am-4:00 pm | Zoom Seminar - NASW New Mexico Annual Conference
June 17-18, 2026 | Albuquerque, NM
Call for Proposals for 2-hour CE programs are now being accepted — submit here.