City Offices Closed Friday, Nov. 10th

All City of Belen offices and buildings will be closed on Friday, November 10th in observance of Veterans Day. The City honors and thanks all the brave men and women who have served in the armed forces. Your sacrifice and dedication to our country are deeply appreciated. We are forever grateful for your service. There will be a Veterans Day … Read More

Belen Art League is offering a $500 Visual Arts Scholarship!

Award Components: One (1) $500 scholarship awarded to one (1) high school senior who meet Award Criteria and who is selected by the Belen Art League (BAL) Scholarship Committee. Scholarship Awards shall be issued to recipient’s college, university, or trade school of the student’s choice and not personally to the award recipient. Criteria: 1. Applicants must be a high school … Read More

This Saturday is Full of Fall Fun in Belen!

This Saturday, October 28th Belen will once again be hoppin’! During the day the Roadrunner Festival and Art in the Park – Dia de los Muertos will keep folks busy and then in the late afternoon/evening there will be the Scarecrow Fest, Nightmare on Becker, and Head Fest! Join us for some spooky fun all day long in our Mainstreet and Arts and Cultural Districts. There … Read More

5th Annual Scarecrow Festival THIS Saturday!

The City of Belen and the Bugg Lights Museum bring you the 5th Annual Scarecrow Festival! This Saturday, October 28th from 3pm – 6pm on Becker Ave between 5th and 6th Streets in Belen Cash Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in: There will be: Vendor Spaces are available for $30  Call Ronnie Torres – 505-514-3911, Cece Aragon – … Read More

Student Internship Opportunity

The City of Belen is seeking a Student Intern to assist with the City’s Creative Industries initiative and to help implement a Belen Student Art initiative. This position is part of the City’s Creative Industries Grant award. The student intern would begin work the week of 11/23/2023 and continue through 6/30/2024. Please see the file below for all of the … Read More

Request for Quotes: Creative Industries Coordinator

The City of Belen was awarded one of only 18 grants from the NM Economic Development Department’s Creative Industries Division. This exciting opportunity will allow us to launch a “comprehensive initiative to energize, coordinate, and enhance the efforts of their local creative small businesses and entrepreneurs to expand the community and economic impact of the visual, performing, and heritage arts.” … Read More

We’re Hiring: Human Resources Director

The City of Belen is hiring for a Human Resources Director, the starting annual salary is $66,560 ($32/hr). Requirements A full benefits package is provided to full-time employees. You may view the full job description and apply online at www.belen-nm.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ Please attach resume, diploma, degree, and any certifications to your application. The deadline to apply is Monday, November 6th by … Read More

We’re Hiring: Library Aid/Museum Coordinator

The City of Belen is accepting applications for a Library Aid/Museum Coordinator. The starting annual salary is $27,040 ($13/hr). This position will be in the Belen Public Library’s Harvey House Museum Branch. Requirements A full benefits package is offered to full-time employees. You may view the full job description and apply online at www.belen-nm.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ Please attach resume, diploma, degree, and … Read More

Ribbon Cutting of the Safe Haven Belen Baby Box

On Tuesday, October 24th the City of Belen will conduct the ribbon cutting of the Safe Haven Belen Baby Box at 10am. This event will take place at the Belen Fire Station at 121 S. 5th Street.

City Offices Closed Tuesday, Oct. 17th 9am – 12pm

City Offices and Buildings will be CLOSED Tuesday, October 17th from 9am – 12pm to allow employees to attend the services of our colleague and friend, Shawn Ammons. Shawn Ammons passed away unexpectedly on October 6th. He was a man who was beloved by all who knew him. His passion and love for the youth of our community was unmatched. … Read More