Chief Executive Officer

Job Description
Type of Job: 
Full-Time
Main Areas of Responsibility: 

Are you a mission-driven leader with the passion and experience to shape safer communities across New Mexico? Safer NM is searching for a dynamic, visionary Chief Executive Officer to guide our long-standing nonprofit organization into its next era of impact. We’re looking for a leader who shares that commitment.

Additional Areas of Responsibility: 

The CEO is responsible for the overall leadership, direction, and strategic management of Safer NM. This role oversees program development, personnel management, fiscal oversight, and community engagement. Success in this position requires strong political acumen and the ability to collaborate with government entities, the legislature, and partners across tribal, local, state, and national levels.
• Representing Safer NM in statewide and national initiatives focused on transportation safety

Other Information/Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred
• Seven years leading a nonprofit or comparable organization
• Five years of experience managing government contracts and grants at the state and federal level
• Expertise in grant writing, fundraising, budgeting, and financial oversight
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with law enforcement partners
• Current or former NM residency preferred
• Must pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and background investigation

How to Apply: 

If you're a strategic, relationship-focused leader who thrives on making a measurable difference in the lives of families and communities, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your letter of interest and resume to [email protected]. For best consideration apply by December 31, 2025. Resumes accepted through January 15, 2026.

Salary Range: 
150,000
Contact Information
Name: 
Shannon Mick
Agency/Organization: 
SKM HR Consulting
Address: 
8717 Democracy NE
City: 
Albuquerque
State: 
New Mexico
Zip/Postal Code: 
87109
Business Phone: 
505-220-5877
Business Fax: 
Email Address: 
[email protected]
www.safernm.org
Internal Info
Date to Post: 
Dec 11 2025
Date to Remove: 
Jan 15 2026

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