Employment

Lea County is an employer of choice, offering equal opportunity to a diverse workforce.

Lea County pays 95 percent of its employees' health, life, dental, vision and disability insurance premiums; contributes half its employees' retirement deduction, then matches the total amount; offers paid sick leave, vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules in some departments. Lea County is an equal opportunity employer.

To obtain an application, click on the link below or visit the Lea County Courthouse in Lovington or the Department of Labor in Hobbs.

Download Detention Center Application

Download Lea County Sheriff Application

Download Lea County Application

Download Lea County Communications Authority Application

We currently have the following positions available:

Applications may be submitted to Amy Coombes, director of Human Resources at acoombes@leacounty.net, or submit an application by fax at (575) 396-1078. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. For further assistance, contact the Lea County Human Resources Department at (575) 396-8605.