Employment

On The Job In Los Alamos: Mountain Valley Produce Stand

On the Job in Los Alamos are Mountain Valley Produce Los Alamos Manager Keegan Bernstein, left, and employee Ben Pederson at the stand Thursday in the Mari Mac parking lot. The stand features Palisade Peaches, Olathe Sweet Corn, tomatoes, melons, roasted chili, among other fresh selections. The stand is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week, and will remain open for business this year through Halloween. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

Santa Fe Community College Accepting Applications For Free 5-Week Environmental Technician Training Program

SFCC News:

SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) is accepting applications for its free Environmental Technician training programwhich provides the training, skills and certifications necessary to enter a wide range of job opportunities in the environmental profession.

Applications will be accepted through Sept. 22, 2025. The free training runs 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, Sept. 29 through Oct. 31, at the Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road.

This intensive 5-week training program provides certifications and skills for in-demand job positions. Read More

The Family YMCA Is Now Hiring

YMCA News:

The Family YMCA is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join its after-school team, with openings for Site Directors and Assistant Site Directors.

Site Directors work 30 hours/week, Monday–Friday, earning $19.30/hour with medical and dental benefits. Assistant Site Directors work 20 hours/week, Monday–Friday, earning $17.00/hour.

Both positions include a free YMCA membership and the opportunity to bring your child for free while you work (details available upon request).

“This is more than a job—it’s a chance to shape the future, one child at a time,” Tammie Clancy said, Read More

Los Alamos County Intergovernmental Affairs Manager Danielle Duran Elected Vice President Of NACIRO

Danielle Duran

COUNTY News:

Philadelphia, PA – Los Alamos County Intergovernmental Affairs Manager Danielle Duran was elected vice president of the National Association of County Intergovernmental Relations Officials (NACIRO) at the National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Conference on July 13, 2025, in Philadelphia, PA.

NACIRO is a professional organization of intergovernmental relations officials and county advocates, with members from across the United States representing counties to ensure federal policy benefits local governments. NACIRO is governed by a Board Read More

Forest Service: New Mexico Fire Positions For 2026

SFNF News:

SANTA FE — The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) of the USDA Forest Service is hiring – looking for dedicated individuals to support fire operations. These positions are vital to wildfire preparedness and disaster response across federal and state agencies.

Jobs include dispatchers, equipment operators, fire engine operators, fire prevention specialists, forestry aids and technicians, handcrew members, helitack crew members, hotshot crew members, prescribed fire and fuels specialists, smokejumpers, and more. 

Applications are open now through Aug. 22, 2025 on USAJobs.gov Read More

New Mexico Economic Development Department Names Leaders For State Technology And Innovation Office

Nora Meyers Sackett

EDD News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has named Nora Meyers Sackett as director and Lindsay Humphries as associate director of its new Technology and Innovation Office (TIO), which launches with more than $90 million in state funding to support startups and emerging tech sectors.

“We are grateful to have a strong and experienced team leading this important work for New Mexico’s future,” EDD Cabinet Secretary Rob Black said. “Nora Meyers Sackett and Lindsay Humphries have the skills and dedication to help grow innovation and build a tech Read More

Los Alamos Police Department Gains Two New Officers

The Los Alamos Police Department added two new officers to its roster today in a ceremony held in the Los Alamos Magistrate Court. The new officers are Cpl. Peter Rogahn, left, and Cpl. Jake Thomason. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Cpl. Peter Rogahn is sworn in by the Honorable Judge Catherine Taylor today in Magistrate Court. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

His wife Amanda and son Tyrus were given the honor of pinning the new badge on Cpl. Peter Rogahn’s uniform today in Magistrate Court. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Jake Thomason is being sworn in by the Honorable Catherine Read More

LAPS: We’re Hiring … Come Drive A Bus For Us!

 LAPS News:

Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) is seeking to hire bus drivers. Starting pay is $33 per hour, but hourly rates increase based on experience. Check out the salary schedule for more information.

Substitute bus drivers start at $30.95 per hour.

Driving a school bus for LAPS can easily fit into one’s schedule, especially for someone who is retired or looking for a second job. Click here to review the job description.

LAPS provides paid training for obtaining the required Commercial Driver’s License. Additional driving opportunities are available for athletic events and field trips. Read More

Today Marks National Purple Heart Day

Purple Heart recipient Lt. Gen. Lewis Burwell Puller
Most decorated Marine in U.S. history

By DAVID VERGUN
Department of Defense News

(Today) is Purple Heart Day, a time to honor and remember service members who were wounded or killed by an instrument of war in the hands of an enemy or while prisoners of war. 

The following are a few stories of the nearly 2 million who were awarded the medal.

Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Lewis Burwell “Chesty” Puller was wounded Nov. 8, 1942, during the Battle of Koli Point, a significant engagement of the Guadalcanal Campaign in the South Pacific. He was wounded in the arm Read More

Scott Aragon Finds Niche In Wealth Management

Wealth Management Client Relationship II Scott Aragon in his office last week at Enterprise Bank & Trust, 1200 Trinity Drive. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
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The stars aligned that day six years ago when Scott Aragon began his career at Enterprise Bank & Trust. 

“I was working in retail banking as a teller before shifting over to the wealth management division,” Aragon said. “I was personally investing in the cryptocurrency market and stock market, and enjoyed learning about all of the investment Read More