HUMAN RESOURCES

Ruidoso's Human Resources Department provides consistent leadership and strategic vision in recruiting, hiring, and retaining a highly talented and diverse workforce to serve our community and support the goals and objectives of the organization. They are focused on ensuring the Village of Ruidoso is the employer of choice for the employees that we serve by creating an organizational culture of valuing, guiding, providing support and encouraging employee empowerment and career growth in a healthy and safe work environment.

 

Cheryl Gerthe, Human Resources Manager

T: (575) 258-4343 x 1031
CherylGerthe@ruidoso-nm.gov

Johanna Quintana, Human Resources Generalist

T: (575) 258-4343 x 1032
JohannaQuintana@ruidoso-nm.gov

Diana Free, Human Resources Specialist

T: (575) 258-4343 x 1034
DianaFree@ruidoso-nm.gov

David Harper, Health & Safety Coordinator

T: (575) 258-4343
DavidHarper@ruidoso-nm.gov

 

Training

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Customer Service Training

Dates: February 24 and 25, 2025

Sessions: Four sessions available (choose one)

Trainer: Erica Holguin, NMSIF

All Village employees must attend at least one of the four scheduled sessions. Stay tuned for additional details, including session times and registration information.

Professional Development Training: Enhancing Professional Communication Skills

Dates: March 7, 14, 21, 24, 2025

Audience: Managers, Supervisors, and Administrative Staff

Trainer: ENMU-Ruidoso Staff

This four-part training series is designed for those responsible for communication, employee management, and document preparation. Participants will gain tools to improve their professional communication skills. Further details will be shared soon.

Professional Development Training: Enhancing Professional Communication Skills

Dates: March 7, 14, 21, 24, 2025

Audience: Managers, Supervisors, and Administrative Staff

Trainer: ENMU-Ruidoso Staff

This four-part training series is designed for those responsible for communication, employee management, and document preparation. Participants will gain tools to improve their professional communication skills. Further details will be shared soon.

Professional Development Training: Enhancing Professional Communication Skills

Dates: March 7, 14, 21, 24, 2025

Audience: Managers, Supervisors, and Administrative Staff

Trainer: ENMU-Ruidoso Staff

This four-part training series is designed for those responsible for communication, employee management, and document preparation. Participants will gain tools to improve their professional communication skills. Further details will be shared soon.

Professional Development Training: Enhancing Professional Communication Skills

Dates: March 7, 14, 21, 24, 2025

Audience: Managers, Supervisors, and Administrative Staff

Trainer: ENMU-Ruidoso Staff

This four-part training series is designed for those responsible for communication, employee management, and document preparation. Participants will gain tools to improve their professional communication skills. Further details will be shared soon.

Discover New Job Opportunities

View current job openings.

Personnel Manual

Click here for the Village of Ruidoso Personnel Policies.

Safety

The Village of Ruidoso is dedicated to ensuring a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. See also: Health and Safety Department.

Benefits

Click here for a 2024-25 Comprehensive Benefits Guide included in the Village of Ruidoso employment package.

Here is a list of benefits.

Employee Recognition and Awards

Village of Ruidoso employees rock! Discover the latest employee recognitions and awards.

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Village of Ruidoso Employees Honored for Dedication and Excellence in Emergency Management and Public Safety
Village of Ruidoso Employees Honored for Dedication and Excellence in Emergency Management and Public Safety

The Village of Ruidoso is proud to announce that two of its dedicated employees, Eric Queller and Ashlie Carabajal, have received statewide recognition and awards for their exemplary contributions to emergency management and public safety and their continued dedication to our community. Their unwavering commitment and exceptional leadership during some of the most challenging times in Ruidoso’s history have set a remarkable standard for service in our community.

Village of Ruidoso Announces Employee and Department of the Quarter for Q1 2024
Village of Ruidoso Announces Employee and Department of the Quarter for Q1 2024

The Village of Ruidoso is proud to recognize the outstanding contributions of its employees and departments for the first quarter of 2024. Please join us in congratulating Andrew Sullins and the Street Department for their well-deserved recognition.

Mirna Polendo Named Employee of the Quarter
Mirna Polendo Named Employee of the Quarter

Mirna Polendo, the Community Development Administrative Assistant for the Village of Ruidoso, has been recognized as the Employee of the Quarter for Quarter Four due to her superb customer service and upbeat disposition. Congratulations Mirna!