City of Alamogordo Jobs Open Now: November 2026
Published 1 November 2026
The City of Alamogordo had 18 job openings posted on its employment site on November 1, 2026. They range from police officer and public safety dispatcher to wastewater foreman, public works inspector and Senior Center supervisor, with listed starting rates from $14.85 to $28.50 an hour. Every posting was open to outside applicants and listed as open until filled.
City jobs are steady work close to home, and they're a good option for military spouses and newcomers looking for a foothold. Here's what's open.
What City of Alamogordo jobs are open right now?
Here's every opening on the City of Alamogordo employment opportunities page as of November 1, 2026. Most listings show a minimum hourly rate. A few show a maximum rate instead, and I've marked those.
| Job | Department | Listed pay |
|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | Alamogordo Police Department | From $28.50 an hour |
| Public Works Inspector | Community Development | From $24.10 an hour |
| Public Safety Certified Telecommunicator | Public Safety dispatch | From $20.21 an hour |
| Collection Center Transport Operator | Convenience center | From $19.00 an hour |
| Home Services Supervisor | Senior Center | From $18.51 an hour |
| Public Safety Telecommunicator Trainee | Public Safety dispatch | From $18.51 an hour |
| Collection Center Operator II | Convenience center | From $18.00 an hour |
| Finance Procurement Specialist | Finance, Purchasing | From $17.71 an hour |
| IPRA Specialist | City Clerk's Office | From $16.22 an hour |
| Community Events and Maintenance, full time | Civic Center | From $16.22 an hour |
| Community Events and Maintenance, part time | Civic Center | From $16.22 an hour |
| Street Maintenance Laborer II | Public Works, Streets | From $16.22 an hour |
| Police Service Aide | Alamogordo Police Department | From $16.22 |
| Collection Center Operator I | Convenience center | From $16.00 an hour |
| Animal Control Kennel Officer | Animal Control | From $14.85 an hour |
| Wastewater Reclamation Maintenance Foreman | Utilities, Wastewater | Up to $37.50 an hour (listed maximum) |
| CIT Clinician, Otero County funded | Police CIT team | Up to $30.04 (listed maximum) |
| Golf Course Laborer, seasonal | Golf course | Up to $15.52 an hour (listed maximum) |
Which city jobs were posted most recently?
Four openings went up in the second half of October:
- Public Works Inspector, posted October 20
- CIT Clinician, posted October 23, a position the listing says is funded by Otero County
- Animal Control Kennel Officer, posted October 27
- Police Service Aide, posted October 30
The rest have been posted since July, August and September. All 18 show a posting end date far in the future, which means they stay open until they're filled.
What do these jobs pay per year?
For full time work at 2,080 hours a year, here's what a few of the starting rates add up to before taxes. I did the math myself from the listed hourly rates.
| Starting rate | About this much a year |
|---|---|
| $14.85 an hour | $30,888 |
| $16.22 an hour | $33,738 |
| $18.51 an hour | $38,501 |
| $20.21 an hour | $42,037 |
| $24.10 an hour | $50,128 |
| $28.50 an hour | $59,280 |
What do you need to apply?
Requirements vary by job, so read the full description on each listing before you apply. A few examples from the postings:
- IPRA Specialist: a high school diploma or GED, three years of office administrative experience and one year of experience with New Mexico's Inspection of Public Records Act, among other requirements.
- Home Services Supervisor: an associate's degree in business administration, social services or a related field, three years of program administration experience, two years of supervisory experience and a valid New Mexico driver's license, among other requirements.
- Wastewater Reclamation Maintenance Foreman: a high school diploma or GED and a current Wastewater Level 4 certification from the New Mexico Water Quality Control Commission, among other requirements.
You apply online through the same employment page. The city describes itself there as an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
What does this mean for people moving to Alamogordo?
If you're relocating, especially as a military spouse, a city job can be a steady option while you settle in. Pay is one piece of the picture, and housing costs are the other. My Moving to Alamogordo guide walks through what it's like to live here, and my Jobs in Alamogordo page rounds up other employers. If you're looking on base too, see Holloman AFB jobs open in November 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many jobs is the City of Alamogordo hiring for?
The city's employment page listed 18 openings on November 1, 2026. All of them were open to outside applicants.
What is the highest paying City of Alamogordo job open now?
Among jobs with a listed starting rate, police officer was highest at $28.50 an hour. The wastewater reclamation maintenance foreman job lists a maximum rate of $37.50 an hour.
Where do I apply for City of Alamogordo jobs?
Apply online through the City of Alamogordo's employment opportunities page. Each listing has an Apply button and a full job description.
Does the City of Alamogordo have part time jobs?
Yes, a part time Community Events and Maintenance job at the Civic Center was open. A seasonal golf course laborer job was also listed.
When do City of Alamogordo job postings close?
The current postings are listed as open until filled. Apply soon, since a job can come down once it's filled.
Job titles, departments, pay rates and posting dates come from the City of Alamogordo's employment opportunities page, checked on 1 November 2026. Listings change often, so confirm every detail on the city's site before you apply.