Why Work for New Mexico Legal Aid?
Are you passionate about making a difference and ensuring equal access to justice? At New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA), you can be part of a dedicated team working to improve the lives of New Mexicans every day. Our employees enjoy a supportive work environment, competitive salaries, and exceptional benefits designed to support your well-being and professional growth.
What We Offer:
A Great Work Environment
At NMLA, we foster a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere where your work truly makes an impact. Join a team that is committed to advocacy, justice, and community support.
Great Benefits
Our benefits package is designed to take care of you and your family:
- Medical and Vision Insurance: Fully covered for employees, with generous contributions (85% or more depending on income) for family/dependents.
- Dental Insurance: Fully covered for employees and their dependents.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
- 403(b) Retirement Plan to help you secure your future.
Generous Leave
We believe in work-life balance and offer:
- Annual Leave: Start with 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, increasing each year up to 7 years.
- Sick Leave: Accrue 16 days of sick leave per year.
- Personal Leave: 5 automatic personal days per year.
- Holidays: At least 14 recognized holidays annually.
- Bereavement Leave and Comp-time for exempt employees.
Work/Life Balance
- Enjoy a 7.5-hour workday for a 37.5-hour work week, giving you more time for life outside of work.
Professional Support
- License and Continuing Education: NMLA covers Bar dues for New Mexico licensing and provides annual CLE opportunities, including reasonable extra CLE expenses.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join our team and help us fight for justice and equal access to legal services across New Mexico.
