City of Portales

Streets Laborer

Entry level position requiring willingness to learn heavy construction equipment operation; outdoor outdoor work; safety sensitive with possible after-hours work.

Fleet Maintenance Supervisor

Oversees daily fleet shop operations, supervises mechanics, manages budget and safety, ensures PM and compliance.

City Attorney

JD degree, NM state bar in good standing, minimum 2 years in municipal law; strong knowledge of federal, state, and local laws; excellent writing and communication skills.

Equipment Operator 1

Equipment Operator I

Moderate experience in equipment operation; NM driver license and CDL Class B with airbrakes/tanker; 18+; HS diploma or equivalent desired; able to work outdoors and irregular hours; safety-sensitive position.

Executive Assistant - Fire Department

Executive Assistant

High school diploma required; 2+ years clerical/administrative support; 2+ years medical billing/insurance filing (preferred); proficiency in MS Office; ability to handle confidential information.

Non-Certified Police Officer

Police Officer

Entry-level police officer role requiring high school diploma, US citizenship, NM driver’s license, NM officer certification or within 1 year, good vision, pass background and medical/fitness checks.

Animal Control Officer

High school diploma or GED; Animal Control Officer Certification; State euthanasia training; NM driver license; 18+; weekend/holiday availability; safety sensitive; experience preferred but not required.

Groundskeeper

Performs groundskeeping for city parks and cemetery; light to heavy lifting; maintain facilities; requires NM driver's license; must be 18+; 40 hours/week.

Certified Police Officer

High school diploma; NM Police Officer certification; valid NM driver’s license; US citizenship; vision 20/20; ability to pass background checks and drug screen; maintain firearm qualifications; age 20+; strong communication skills.

Water Laborer

Laborer

High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver’s license with clean record; ability to lift 50 lbs; able to work in all weather; 18+; entry-level.

Title	Location	Date
Streets Laborer Full Time · $28K/yr · 0+ YOE Portales, New Mexico, United States · Onsite	Portales, New Mexico, United States Onsite	Apr 13, 2026
Fleet Maintenance Supervisor Full Time · $48K-$73K · 5+ YOE Portales, New Mexico, United States · Onsite	Portales, New Mexico, United States Onsite	Mar 18, 2026
City Attorney Full Time · $100K-$125K · 2+ YOE Portales, New Mexico, United States · Onsite	Portales, New Mexico, United States Onsite	Feb 16, 2026
Equipment Operator 1 Full Time · $35K/yr · 2+ YOE Portales, New Mexico, United States · Onsite	Portales, New Mexico, United States Onsite	Feb 13, 2026
Executive Assistant - Fire Department Full Time · $33K-$65K · 2+ YOE Portales, New Mexico, United States · Onsite	Portales, New Mexico, United States Onsite	Feb 2, 2026
Non-Certified Police Officer Full Time · $49K · 0+ YOE Portales, New Mexico, United States · Onsite	Portales, New Mexico, United States Onsite	Dec 23, 2025
Animal Control Officer Full Time · $28K/yr · 0+ YOE Portales, New Mexico, United States · Onsite	Portales, New Mexico, United States Onsite	Sep 19, 2025
Groundskeeper Full Time · $28K/yr · 0+ YOE Portales, New Mexico, United States · Onsite	Portales, New Mexico, United States Onsite	Sep 2, 2025
Certified Police Officer Full Time · $50K-$57K/yr · 1+ YOE Portales, New Mexico, United States · Onsite	Portales, New Mexico, United States Onsite	Sep 2, 2025
Water Laborer Full Time · $28K/yr · 0+ YOE Portales, New Mexico, United States · Onsite	Portales, New Mexico, United States Onsite	Sep 2, 2025

Activities	Municipal governancePublic safety servicesInfrastructure maintenanceCommunity developmentEmergency medical services
Headquarters	US
Industries	Public AdministrationGovernment Relations
Name	City of Portales
Employees	150
Type	Government
Subsidiaries	Portales Fire DepartmentPortales Police DepartmentPortales Public LibraryPortales Municipal Airport
Tagline	Provides essential municipal services and governance for Portales residents.
Founded	1,909
Website	portalesnm.gov

City of Portales

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