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Native American Liaison at RMS
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What they do
An Elementary and Secondary School Administrator supervises teachers, counselors, librarians and other school staff, manages a school budget and finances, provides instructional leadership and monitors progress toward local, state and federal educational standards. Directs student discipline and works with parents and community partners. May work in other school district administrative or professional positions such as school district superintendent.
$78,995 / year median in New Mexico
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Native American Liaison at RMS
Ruidoso Municipal Schools
Ruidoso Middle School - Ruidoso, New Mexico This job is also posted in Ruidoso Municipal Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5914987
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Re-Posted:
Sep 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
Date:
September 4, 2026
Position:
Native American Liaison
Ruidoso Middle Schools
Qualifications:
High degree of knowledge of state and federal regulations pertaining to K-12 Education programs
Facilitate the success of Native American students by collaborating with school personnel
Ability to work with changing priorities, regulations and deadlines
Ability to analyze situations accurately and to recommend necessary action
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Effective staff and public relations skills
Effective skills in planning and organization
Ability to perform essential job functions and job task requirements
High School Diploma
Responsibilities:
Demonstrates sensitivity to the issues of Native American children and their families
Represents Ruidoso Schools in a positive manner, interacting with public, colleagues, and Native American children and families
Maintains regular contact with parents of Native American students to encourage school success and offer assistance as needed to promote school attendance, increase academic success, and address any school related issues
Communicates regularly with principal and school staff to identify areas of needed improvement and offer suggestions and develop solutions
Willingness to carry out assigned tasks and performance responsibility
Arranges for meetings, evaluations, appointments and other commitments between the school and the families
Maintains confidentiality
Is a resource person and advocate for Native American students, parents, and school staff
Provides direct support and resources for Native American students as needs are identified
Meets deadlines in a timely manner
Enhances communication between school staff and Mescalero Apache community
Assists in carrying out goals and objectives of the Ruidoso Municipal School Board of Education
Assists in carrying out activities of Native American education projects to ensure accomplishment of specified goals and objectives
Assists in providing staff training and cultural and traditional activities as needs are identified at the building level
Participates in staff training activities to improve identified skill areas
Provided professional development training regarding Native American culture and traditions to school staff on an annual basis Is an active building team member and assists on committees as needed
Other duties as assigned
Contract Period:
2026-27 School Year
Start Date:
As soon as applicable
Salary:
Per Ruidoso Municipal School District Salary Schedule
Application Process:
Application available online at www.ruidososchools.org or for more information contact:
Anthony Bastine, Principal at Ruidoso High Schools
bastinea@ruidososchools.org
(575) 630-7801
Or
Human Resources
HR@ruidososchools.org
200 Horton Circle
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 630-7002
Application Deadline:
Until filled
Selection Process:
Selected applicants will be interviewed following initial screening of application materials submitted.
Ruidoso Municipal School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, or disability in compliance with federal and state laws.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Benefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance