The City of Belen is accepting applications for a Professional Standards Officer in the Police Department. The starting annual salary is $56,160 ($27/hr). Requirements You may read the full job description and apply online at www.belen-nm.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities/. Please attack resume, diploma, degree and any certifications to your application. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, February 27, 2024 by 5pm.
Whistle Stop Cafe Valentine Lunch
The Whistle Stop Cafe is open tomorrow to celebrate Valentine’s Day with you! We’ve made plenty extra, and we hope not to run out! Our Lunch Special will be Chicken and Dumplings, Corn on the Cob and a petite French Roll for dunking! Plus, so many things CHOCOLATE! We open at 12:00 Noon!
Leap Back to the 80s!
Put on your best 80s outfits and join the Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) Cabinet Secretary, Jen Paul Schroer for an 80s themed fitness class to celebrate the Leap Year! This totally rad event will be held at the Valencia County Older American Program Senior Center (715 S Main St, Belen, NM 87002) on February 29, 2024 at 10:30am. … Read More
Women and the Heart of Belen
From its humble beginnings to present-day, the small City of Belen, New Mexico has weathered hundreds of years of challenges and growth. Told from the perspective of some of the women who live there, “Women and the Heart of Belen” is a monumental documentary film achievement from first-time filmmaker and U.S. Air Force Veteran Tina Raven-Kingson. There will be a … Read More
Corn Hole Tournament – Belen Senior Center
Join the folks at the Belen Senior Center for a morning of fun and competition! There will be a Corn Hole Tournament on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 from 9am – 12pm. There will be awards for 1st and 2nd places!
Employee of the Quarter – Steven Petitt, Community Maintenance Director
The Employee of the 4th Quarter of 2023 is Steven Petitt, Community Maintenance Director. Steve was recognized for going above and beyond his normal duties to accomplish something exceptional. In the last year, he has stepped up to be Interim IT Director when it was necessary and was always available when needed as both Interim IT Director and Community Maintenance … Read More
We’re Hiring: Recreation Tech I
The City of Belen Parks and Recreation Department is hiring for a part-time Recreation Tech I. The starting annual salary is $15,600 ($15/hr). Requirements You may read the full job desciption 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 Wednesday, February 21, 2024 by 5pm.
Whistle Stop Cafe Open for Lunch 2/8 & 2/9
The Whistle Stop Cafe at the @Belen Harvey House Museum will open for lunch tomorrow, Thursday, 2/8 & Friday, 2/9. They have been busy in the kitchen cooking up a Beef Meatloaf & Mashed Potatoes, Chicken & Dumplings, Peach Orange Custard Bread Pudding, Mixed Berry Cobbler, Carrot Cake & Cinnamon Rolls! Stop on by from 12:00 to 4:00 PM!
Firefighters, EMT, and Water Department Recognition
During Monday’s City Council meeting, the City of Belen Fire Department bestowed recognition upon three esteemed members of their team for their exceptional dedication and performance. Honors were given for Firefighter of the Year, ARFF (Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting) Firefighter of the Year, and EMT of the Year. We extend our deep appreciation to these devoted public servants for their … Read More
1st Baby Box Surrender of the Year in Belen, NM and 3rd in the Country for 2024
BELEN, NEW MEXICO (FEBRUARY 7, 2024)- Belen Fire Department had its 1st baby surrendered in their Safe Haven Baby Box earlier this week. The location was blessed just months ago at the end of October 2023. Belen’s baby is the 41st in the program’s history since 2017. So far three babies have been lovingly surrendered in Baby Boxes in 2024. … Read More