Workforce

Important facts about New Mexico: the Bureau of Business and Economic Research projects employment in the Metro New Mexico region will grow by 2.9% in 2006, compared to statewide growth of 2.5%, and national employment statistics showing a growth rate of 1.5%. The states successful employee training and development programs help to keep businesses expanding. UNM's Anderson School of Management saw a dramatic jump in employer interest in school job fairs of up to 70%. Currently there is a heavy demand for teachers, nurses, truck drivers, diesel mechanics, welder machinists, paralegals, petroleum, mechanical, civil, chemical and electrical engineers. In a city by city cost of living comparison, New Mexico ranks among the lowest, making it an attractive place to live and to do business.

Health care, manufacturing/machining, and service industry jobs will comprise the bulk of job growth. Research and Development employers added 600 new jobs while computer related employers added another 400 jobs between 2004 and 2005. Customer support centers like Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico, ClientLogic, Qwest, Sprint PCS, and Bank of America are also growing.

Check out details of labor force statistics, institutions of higher education, workforce training programs, labor unions, and our low premium rates for workers' compensation.

Workers' Compensation Rates

New Mexico has low workers' compensation rates. The state's Workers' Compensation System helps assure the quick and efficient delivery of indemnity and medical benefits to injured workers at a reasonable cost to employers.

Labor Force Links

New Mexico Department of Labor
The state research agency for employment and labor data develops occupational projections and business trends information. It also provides customized employer assistance programs.

New Mexico Labor Unions
New Mexico labor unions represent only about 6% of the workforce in Metro New Mexico, despite the fact that New Mexico is not a 'Right to Work' state. The majority of unionized operations are public employees, major food stores, and teachers.

New Mexico High Tech Jobs
This free job site, sponsored by Technology Ventures Corporation, supports the Metro New Mexico area's technology-based job growth. Individuals looking for employment with a technology company in New Mexico can post resumes and review job openings. Technology companies can post job openings and review resumes simply by filling out a free, online information form.

New Mexico is a 'like-to-work' state. We have a long history of labor peace. If you have any questions about our labor force or in-plant training programs, please email or call 800-226-2935.