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 WORKFORCE RESOURCE NEWS
February 21, 2025
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Tax assistance for low and middle income individuals including their small businesses and self-employment incomes. Appointments Required. Have questions, email Peter Doniger at taxhelpsantafe@gmail.com or call (505) 670-6835.
Feb 24, 10 AM – 2 PM; Del Norte Credit Union, Cerrillos Branch
Are you wanting to start or grow a business? Or looking for other resources and information from the City of Santa Fe about doing business here? Visit with OED Business Growth Manager, Casey Dalbor to learn more. Contact him at cjdalbor@santafenm.gov with any additional questions.
Mar 4, 10 AM – 12 PM (Online)
The Council shall investigate policy opportunities, make recommendations for new program opportunities, make recommendations for new program initiatives, encourage further media education for our diverse population, and inform decision-makers to the impact and evolving landscape of media creation in Santa Fe.
Mar 5, 11 AM – 1 PM (Online)
The Committee plays a vital role in shaping economic policy by reviewing, commenting on, and advising on proposed actions, ordinances, and regulations early in their development, ensuring informed decisions that positively impact businesses and the community.
Mar 13, 8:30 AM – 10 AM; Museum of International Folk Art
Coffee and Collab is a quarterly event intended to bring together key people and organizations working to support our local business community as part of cultivating a thriving and equitable economy.
Mar 19, 11 AM – 2 PM; Santa Fe Regional Airport
OED hosts another Finance Fair series event, this time focused on equity investment. Startup founders seeking investment - this fair is for you.
 
AMERICA'S JOB CENTER - NEW MEXICO
OED has teamed up with the local America's Job Center in Santa Fe to highlight news and events in this section to support employers and job seekers. The Santa Fe America's Job Center office is a one-stop destination for a range of workforce services.
For more information, visit their website here.
The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions alongside State and Local Workforce Development Boards is excited to announce the official rebranding of New Mexico Workforce Connection to America’s Job Center New Mexico.
Employers are hiring in the Central New Mexico area. These videos are updated weekly and highlight employers who are looking to hire quickly. For more information on a specific job, contact your local New Mexico Workforce Connection
Feb 27, 1 PM – 2:30 PM
Receive support with LANL resume writing, cover letters, and keyword optimization in this workshop. Seating is limited, please register to reserve your seat.
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Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) offers a range of online and in-person academic and workforce training classes.
Deadline: Feb 28
College Ready is a five-part series of classes to help parents prepare to go to college. Classes run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays from March 11 to Apr 15. No class Mar 25.
The prospective parenting students will be offered a free meal during each class. Those who complete the full series of College Ready classes will be given a gift card.
For more information visit sfcc.edu.
Register now to enroll in mid-semester, short-term classes beginning March 17. Courses are eight weeks and shorter. Apply and register here.
Feb 26, 12 PM – 3:30 PM; SFCC
Meet representatives of SFCC, as well as four-year colleges and universities, about transfer opportunities. Call 505-428-1406 or email career.services@sfcc.edu for information.
Free tax preparation services are provided by volunteers from the community at SFCC Mondays–Saturdays April 15. Appointments required.
Apr 9, 12 PM – 3:30 PM; SFCC Campus Center
Come speak with representatives from local employers about job openings! This event is free for SFCC students and community members to attend.
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Effective March 1, 2025, the Living Wage in the unincorporated areas of Santa Fe
County will increase. Find more information here.
Deadline: Feb 24
The program aims to expand hands-on and practical learning opportunities for individuals interested in entering or gaining more experience in technology areas such as advanced manufacturing, microelectronics or biotechnology…the program will promote cross-sector partnerships between organizations in key technology areas and those with expertise in workforce development.
The PINON Grant will offer monetary awards ranging from $25,000 to $500,000 to support subgrantees in enhancing their digital equity programs tailored for populations that are particularly vulnerable to digital exclusion.
Deadline: Mar 9
The Santa Fe Community Foundation provides several opportunities for eligible nonprofits—both statewide and in our funding region (Santa Fe, Mora, Rio Arriba, and San Miguel counties)—to apply for competitive grants.
Deadline: Mar 17
The RDC Technology & Manufacturing (TEAM) fund opens Feb 18. With awards up to $20,000 in no-interest loans to technology and manufacturing companies on track to add jobs, grow revenues, and attract additional funding or investment. Upcoming Info session, check link for more information.
Q3 talks with today’s new Mexico business owners to discuss their present situation and their vision of the future for themselves and their businesses.
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Career Pathways Scholarships are for individuals who have a specific career in mind and are committed to earning an associate’s degree or certification in any field or trade. These scholarships are available to high school students and adult learners with a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency (HSE).
Sponsored by the U.S. Dep of Labor, explore this resource for career exploration,
training & jobs.
Are you 16-24 and are seeking work or education and training connections? We’ve got it! Get connected to your next job, gain work experience, and connect to your career path.
This year our theme, "Seeking Truth and Being Human in a New Technological Age," considers the world of machines and the role of humanity in an era of great change. We invite you to seek truth through the works of timeless writers and take that wisdom into the unknowable future.
Deadline: Feb 21
The New Mexico Technology Council will present one $2,500 scholarship to a woman interested in beginning or pursuing an education in tech or STEM fields in education institutions based in New Mexico.
Deadline: Feb 26
Encourage New Mexican high school seniors, GED recipients, and home school recipients to apply to The Del Norte LOV Foundation 2025 Scholarship Program associated with Del Norte Credit Union to support their higher education! The application deadline is Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
Deadline: Mar 4, 5PM
The main goal of the S-STEM program is to enable academically talented, low-income students to pursue successful careers in promising STEM fields.
Course Runs Mar 15 – Mar 16, 9:30 AM – 3 PM
The workshop will include a discussion of various poems, followed by a focus on writing and sharing your work. Students will create at least three new poems during the poetic weekend together continental breakfast and lunch will be prepared. This course is in person – cost varies.
With the New Mexico Opportunity and Lottery Scholarships, there are options for New Mexicans to pursue college and career training without worrying about the cost of tuition and fees.
The WIOA youth program operates year-round providing education, training and support services to in-school youth and out-of-school youth ages 14-24 that meet eligibility requirements established by the Act
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College and career Plaza, partner with families and the community, ensures that every high school student Santa Fe in northern New Mexico graduates with a plan for the future
College and Career Plaza, believes in the boundless potential of every student. The goal is to open doors, ignite passions, and pave pathways to success for the teens of Northern New Mexico. Through personalized guidance, innovative programs, and a supportive community, we help students discover their strengths, explore career possibilities, and achieve their dreams.
Students attending SFIS, SFHS, Capital High, and Monte Del Sol can schedule an appointment for assistance for a variety of support services like ATC/SAT Test Preparation, Career Exploration, FAFSA Application Support and more.
Schedule an appointment here.
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Feb 27, 8 AM – 12 PM; Roundhouse
Meet organizations that work in the ecosystem, network with local providers and partners at Apprenticeship Day at the Roundhouse.
Mar 4, 6 PM – 7:45 PM; Santa Fe Main Library
Writing workshops with Santa Fe Public Library every first and third Tuesdays of the month. Join the creative writing group and drop in for your workshopping needs!
Mar 13; 11 AM – 2 PM,
CHRISTUS St. Vincent is a private, not-for-profit hospital serving more than 300,000 people in seven counties in northern New Mexico. Join the Christus team and experience a diverse, supportive work environment. We’ve been voted Best Place to Work in NM by our associates for seven years
Mar 18, 8 am – 3 pm, Roundhouse
Meet organizations that work in the ecosystem, network with local providers and partners at Outdoor Recreation at the Roundhouse.
Apr 3, 3 PM – 6PM; Santa Fe Community Convention Center
The expo aims to strengthen the local economy by facilitating networking, promoting business growth, and encouraging community engagement. Participants can look forward to engaging with industry professionals, discovering new products and services, and gaining insights into the latest market trends.
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- NM Seasonally Adjusted Unemployment Rate: 4.4%
- Santa Fe Seasonally Adjusted Unemployment Rate: 3.4%
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The Santa Fe Children’s Museum is expanding their team and looking for enthusiastic, dedicated individuals to join us in shaping the future of interactive education.
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The City of Santa Fe’s Office of Economic Development works to cultivate a vibrant business community and to build a diverse, innovative economy that provides equitable opportunity and prosperity for the residents of Santa Fe.
La misión de la Oficina de Desarrollo Económico es cultivar una comunidad empresarial vibrante y construir una economía diversa e innovadora que brinde oportunidades equitativas y prosperidad para la comunidad.
The City of Santa Fe offers several choices for receiving communications via email. Our newsletters address library events, new and upcoming road work, official announcements, and much more. Remember, you can manage your account at any time.
CALL 211 FOR HELP
If you need help with rent, nutritious food, secure housing, utilities, reliable transportation, and safe physical and social environments, call 211 for help.
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