Tourism Development Coordinator (TD #10118877) State of New Mexico - 3.5 Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time $24.88 - $37.32 an hour 8 hours ago Qualifications Administrative experience Driver's License Full Job Description Posting Details Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two (2) weeks of closing date. The New Mexico Tourism Department staff strives to promote New Mexico as the top destination for venturesome travelers, build the New Mexico True brand, unify and lead industry partners and inspire in-state advocacy and pride. As New Mexico travel ambassadors, the staff maintains newmexico.org/industry as a resource for news and updates, research and reports, and education and marketing tools. Why does the job exist? NMTD's mission is to grow New Mexico's economic through tourism. The Tourism Development Coordinator position will provide support to the Tourism Development Division Director in determining strategy, planning, and implementation processes for statewide tourism development programs, listed above. The Tourism Development Coordinator position exists to support the continued growth and increasing complexity of the department's grant programs, including a rising number of funded projects and overall investment levels, which require dedicated oversight to effectively manage workflow, compliance, and program delivery. In addition, the role ensures consistency, accountability, and quality across the full grant life cycle by providing centralized coordination, strengthening communication with partners, and maintaining clear processes and documentation. Together these functions are critical to sustaining program operations and ensuring that grant investments translate to high-quality outcomes that advance tourism development statewide. How does it get done? The Tourism Development Coordinator is responsible for the administration, coordination, and continuous improvement of the New Mexico Tourism Department's grant programs, which primarily include the Tourism Event Growth and Sustainability (TEGS) and Destination Forward grant programs. This position manages a high-volume portfolio of grants from application through close-out, ensuring compliance with program guidelines, state requirements, and funding regulations, while maintaining accurate, organized, and audit-ready documentation. The role supports the planning and implementation of annual grant cycles, including application development, review processes, and award management, and works closely with the internal team to align calendars, communications, and deliverables. This position services as a primary liaison for grant applicants and recipients by providing clear guidance, technical assistance, and ongoing support throughout the grant cycle. The Tourism Development Coordinator's administrative tasks include but are not limited to managing a high-volume of electronic communication, preparation of reports and updates for leadership, and organization of program outcomes to share with communications staff. Additionally, the role is responsible for maintaining and improving internal policies, procedures, and program documentation, identifying opportunities to enhance partner experience with the programs, and various methods of outreach to communities statewide on best practices for tourism events and tourism-related infrastructure developments. Who are the customers? New Mexico Tourism Department State of New Mexico Tourism Industry Citizens of New Mexico Ideal Candidate New Mexico Tourism Department State of New Mexico Tourism Industry Citizens of New Mexico Minimum Qualification Associate's Degree and two (2) years of experience program administration or project management in areas related to the purpose of the position. Any combination of education and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. 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 six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment. Working Conditions Work is usually performed in an office setting, with extensive exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), personal computer, tablet, printer, calculator, cellphone, copy machine, scanner, keyboard, and telephone usage. Frequent state wide travel may be required.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and hold up to 30 lb over head. Ability to live up to 50 lb from floor to waist, with or without assistance.

Environmental and Terrain Exposure:

Occasionally, work may be performed outdoors and exposed to variable weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, and direct sunlight. Occasionally, work may be performed on terrain that is uneven, sloped, or varied, such as dirt pathways, grassy areas, paved surfaces, and soft or loose ground. This role may involve prolonged standing, walking, climbing, bending, crouching, and other physical exertion in these environments. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here

Agency Contact Information:

Marisol Lucero (505) 629-8234 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.