New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions partners with U.S. Department of Labor for protection and enforcement of wage laws for child labor compliance The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) that will maximize and improve the enforcement of the laws administered by both agencies with greater coordination in regard to child labor.
Rapid Hire event planned for recruitment of over 100 statewide positions with Human Services Department Human Services Department (HSD), in conjunction with the Department of Workforce Solutions, will hold a Rapid Hire event to fill over 100 HSD positions statewide. The event will be held on Wednesday, October 19, 2023, from 10am – 3pm at multiple New Mexico Workforce Connection Centers across the state.
Public Meeting Notice: State Workforce Development Board The New Mexico State Workforce Development Board will hold virtual Zoom Meeting Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.
Unemployment Insurance Operations Center closed Monday in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day Unemployment Insurance Tax & Claims System Available Online All New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions’ offices, including the Unemployment Insurance Operations Center, will be closed on Monday, October 9, in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day.
Federal government employees encouraged to prepare in case of federal government shutdown if planning to apply for Unemployment Insurance UI benefits received will be required to be paid back to state if backpay is issued by employer Federal employees in New Mexico who may be deemed “non-essential” and furloughed due to the temporary federal government shutdown may file for Unemployment Insurance benefits as soon the first day the shutdown occurs. The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) encourages any federal employees who might want to apply for unemployment insurance (UI) to prepare now by ensuring they have the necessary documentation and information needed.
Human Rights Commission Hearing Notice The Human Rights Commission will hold a hearing in Marianne Griego v. AFC Acquisition Corporation, HRB Case No. 22-03-0198-S on September 28, 2023. The hearing will be held on Zoom virtual platform beginning at 9:00 AM.