Mine Safety Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $83,696.00 - $102,528.00 Annually
Location : Carlsbad
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202300179
Department: WORKFORCE TRAINING
Opening Date: 04/01/2026
Examples of Duties
Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field with four (4) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined.
Equivalency: Associate degree in a related field with six (6) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined OR High School Diploma or GED with eight (8) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined will be accepted; and must possess a current, active, authorized trainer card in MSHA or related discipline. Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by the Human Resources Department.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Grade: Ten (10)
Salary Range: $83,696 - $102,528 DOE
Background:
Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools.
Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support.
The college's diverse employee pool includes 40 full-time faculty, 48 adjunct faculty, and 102 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website at
Purpose and Scope:
Under general supervision of the Vice President of Workforce Development and Community Engagement, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Trainer develops, organizes, and facilitates Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) training for mine employees and contractors. Coordinates and aids with inventories, maintaining records and program assessment and improvement. In conjunction with the Vice President of Workforce Development and Community Engagement, this position may support and strengthen relationships with business and industry to address workforce needs and assist with talent supply and demand. This position may assist in providing training, leadership and supervision to industry sector partnerships and initiate workforce solutions for business and industry.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops, coordinates, and implements Workforce Development MSHA training programs to meet the needs of local and regional employers while in compliance with MSHA standards.
• As directed develops and promotes general programs, policies and procedures to further support and facilitate workforce development.
• Maintains all requirements for active MSHA trainer status.
• Meets with local and regional industry and business representatives to determine workforce and/or talent needs.
• Assesses industry and business organizations and provides comprehensive evaluation of employment skills training needs.
• Develops and maintains relationships with training providers/instructors to develop necessary and responsive workforce solutions.
• Determines locations and coordinates the scheduling of facilities for Workforce Training.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with public sector, private sector, and non-profit employers to create career pathways for future talent.

• Will assist in, gathering labor market information, talent demand and skills requirements and translating data into meaningful information to create workforce development strategies.

• Other duties as assigned in response to a rapidly changing environment.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Reach and grasp objects
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Use of video display terminal
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Communicate information orally and in writing
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy
• Work a fluctuating work schedule

Performing the essential functions of this position requires the use of a computer throughout most of the workday, the ability to navigate a typical office environment, significant amounts of interpersonal interaction including oral and written communication, and the ability to keep track of multiple tasks, projects, deadlines, information sources and business processes. This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Affirmative Action Statement:
SENMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
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