New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced a coordinated statewide initiative to assist residents who have recently lost their federal jobs, as fallout continues from sweeping job cuts across multiple federal agencies.
The effort, led by the Department of Workforce Solutions (DWS) in partnership with the State Personnel Office and the Economic Development Department, includes recruitment events, educational and training resources, and a centralized website to connect affected workers with support services.
“We are committed to ensuring that New Mexicans who have been abruptly dismissed from federal jobs have the resources and support they need to transition smoothly into new career opportunities,” Lujan Grisham said in a statement.
Recruitment events and job placement support
Recruitment events will be held at America’s Job Center New Mexico locations, starting February 28 in Albuquerque and Santa Fe and continuing March 7 in Carlsbad and Las Cruces. These events will feature state agencies, private employers, and local governments with open positions, giving laid-off workers opportunities to network and apply for new roles.
Available roles in New Mexico state government can be found through the State Personnel Office website at www.spo.state.nm.us.
Centralized online resources for workers
A dedicated webpage—WorkForNM.com and www.dws.state.nm.us/FederalWorkerResources—has been launched to provide federal workers with information on unemployment benefits, job search tools, and frequently asked questions.
Workers who were employed by the federal government, federal contractors, or recipients of federal grants are eligible to apply for Unemployment Insurance. Applications can be submitted online, by phone, or in person at any Job Center location. Additional information is available at www.dws.state.nm.us/UIQuickFacts.
State mobilizes to ease transition
The initiative comes as New Mexico, like many states, works to manage the impact of federal workforce reductions on local economies. The coordinated response is designed to help displaced workers reenter the job market quickly, with access to reskilling programs and support services.
State officials say the goal is to provide a clear path forward for affected workers and ensure continuity of employment across the state.
