Now Hiring: Library Technician I – Reference Librarian

The City of Belen is accepting applications for a Library Technician I – Reference Librarian. The starting annual salary will be $32,136 ($15.45/hr). A full benefits package including retirement, healthcare, and more is offered to full-time employees. Minimum Qualifications Include but are not Limited To: You may read the full job description and retrieve the online application at www.belen-nm.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ Please attach … Read More

Spring Clean Up: Free Community Use Dumpsters

The City of Belen Community Preservation Department announces the 2025 Spring Clean Up. From Monday, April 21st – Thursday, May 1st, there will be three 30-yard dumpsters available free to use. When Monday – Friday 12pm – 4pm April 21st – May 1st Where 925 N. Main St. How The event is first-come first-served. The dumpsters are scheduled to be … Read More

Now Hiring: Laborer/Operator I-III Water Department

The City of Belen is accepting applications for a Laborer/Operator I-III in our Water Department. The starting annual salary will be $35,360 – $47,840 ($17 – $23/hr). The hourly rate depends on water level certifications with increases for higher certifications. A full benefits package including retirement, healthcare, and more is offered to full-time employees. Minimum Qualifications Include but are not … Read More

Friday, April 18th Closure

All City of Belen offices and buildings will be closed on Friday, April 18th. We wish you all a wonderful weekend and we will see you back on Monday, April 21st.

Belen Public Library Open House

The Belen Public Library’s Open House will be held on Thursday, May 22nd, from 4-6pm. Come explore our fantastic Summer Reading Programs, and get ready to dive into a colorful summer filled with fun adventures. Bring your friends and family! There’s something for everyone! Whether you’re a bookworm or just looking for some good times, we can’t wait to celebrate … Read More

Municipal Court Closure 4/21-4/23/2025

Municipal Judge, Keith Norwood, will be attending a Judges Conference Monday through Wednesday 4/21/25-4/23/25. There will be no Court hearings held during this time; however, the Municipal Court will be open.

Deborah Graham Memorial Scholarship

The Friends of the Belen Public Library are pleased to announce that applications for the Deborah Graham Memorial Scholarship are now available. We will be awarding two $1,000.00 checks paid to the order of the university or trade school of choice to the winners of the scholarship.The application is below. Please note that the deadline for applying is April 18, … Read More

Community Outreach/Job Fair May 2nd

The City of Belen is hosting a Community Outreach/Job Fair on May 2nd from 11am – 3pm at Eagle Park. Come and see what exciting careers are available and meet your Governing Body! If you are an employer and would like to attend, please call Kristin Oliver – 505-966-2732.

Phone Service: Potential Disruptions

On Tuesday, April 8th, the City of Belen will be changing our telephone service to a new provider. As the provider starts rolling the numbers to the new service, there may be some downtime. We anticipate that this should be minimal but wanted to make the public aware in advance. Thank you for your consideration and patience as we move … Read More

Register for 2025 Summer Rec

Registration for Summer Rec 2025 is now open! There will be two sessions: 1st Session – June 9th – June 27th 2nd Session – July 7th – July 25th Each session is $150/student. If you enroll a student in BOTH sessions prior to June 6th you will receive $50 off! The hours for the program are 8am – 5pm; there … Read More