Valencia County Office of Emergency Management

Valencia County Office of Emergency Management To achieve a self-sustaining culture of emergency preparedness for all individuals and communities within Valencia County.

Our MISSION is accomplished by continual coordination with other County departments, municipalities, surrounding jurisdictions, state and federal agencies, and community groups to help ensure all available resources and personnel are identified and coordinated during major emergency situations. Emergency management is based on a cycle of continuous and inter-related activities to prevent, protect

against, mitigate against, respond to, and recover from the potential effects of major emergencies and disasters. The Valencia County Office of Emergency Management works to facilitate an environment of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration with all internal departments, external departments, and any agency assigned with emergency responsibilities. A successful emergency management program requires a whole community approach and effective team work. Our VISION is achieved by striving to continually educate the citizens of Valencia County about preparing for emergencies through education, community outreach, and training. Through creating an increased emphasis on disaster preparedness, the Valencia County Office of Emergency Management looks forward to reinforcing interdepartmental communications and cooperation throughout our County. By creating a community culture of preparedness, prevention, and planning and through fostering partnerships with local, public, and private groups and businesses, it is determined that Valencia County will work as a whole community, with neighbor helping neighbor, when a disaster strikes.

Good afternoon to all, With the hard work that went into the updated version of the Valencia County Hazard Mitigation Pl...
08/18/2026

Good afternoon to all,

With the hard work that went into the updated version of the Valencia County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update 2027. We are very excited to share with the public the public comment period for the updated plan. Please take the time to scan the QR and you will find a link to the documents. If you are unable to access the document, you will find copies of the updated plans at the public libraries in Rio Communities, Village of Los Lunas, City of Belen, and Village Administrative Offices at Boasque Farms, and the Town of Peralta. You will also find a Copy at the Valencia County Administration building at the Security desk. The Public Comment period will be available until the End of September. Thank you for all the help when we put out the Community Survey, which led to 166 engagements. Look forward to hearing the comments of the new plan.

08/07/2026

VCFD IS HIRING FIREFIGHTER/EMT-B/I/P and EMS SPECIALIST (Paramedic/non-fire)!!

See info and pay scale below ⬇️. Test Date August 27th~

48/96 schedule
100% of employee benefit paid, 80% of family
75% of PERA contribution by County
IAFF Local (strong union/management relationship)
Uniform allowance

Red Card/Bilingual/Degree incentive.

Special Teams (deployable)- Wildland, Highwater/Swiftwater Rescue, Tactical EMS, Drone.

Completely updated fleet. Pierce Engines, Osage Rescues (with powerload gurneys). Lifepack 35 transition in place.

5 staffed stations.

Starting annual-
FF/EMT-Basic- $64,000 (before incentives)
FF/EMT-Intermediate- $69,000 (before incentives)
FF/EMT-Paramedic- $74,000 (before incentives)
EMS Specialist- Paramedic (no fire)- $69,000 (before incentives).

Step/longevity pay increases for time in grade.

Apply today at-
www.co.valencia.nm.us/Jobs.aspx

Temperatures are hot, and showers and thunderstorms are starting to dot the radar. Awareness is key when working in Hot ...
07/07/2026

Temperatures are hot, and showers and thunderstorms are starting to dot the radar. Awareness is key when working in Hot temperatures. Drink plenty of fluids during excessive heat. Valencia County has cooling centers during regular business hours at the Meadow Lake Community Center, Belén Eagle Rec Center, Rio Communities Fire Department Aux Building, and the Daniel Fernandez Community Center. Have a great week

07/03/2026

Skip the fireworks this year, why don't ya?

More fires start on the Fourth of July than any other day of the year. With drought conditions and fire potential both staying high through the weekend, we're offering a simple solution: Attend a professional fireworks display instead of DIY-ing it on your property (or your neighbor's).

Remember: Our statewide fire restrictions prohibit fireworks statewide on non-municipal, non-federal and non-Tribal lands covered wholly or in part in timber, brush, grass, grain, or other flammable vegetation.

That's a lot of words that really boil down to: Don't risk it.

Leaving fireworks to the professionals reduces the risk of injury, unintentional wildfire starts, roof damage and litter.

From White Rock to Roswell, there are public displays happening all over the state—find one near you: mailchi.mp/state/nmfd-july-2026-newsletter

Celebrate our 250th birthday responsibly this year—have fun and stay safe!

07/03/2026

A reminder as we get close to the 4th!

Stop on by the Valencia County Amateur Radio Association club house for the annual field day at 700 Camelot , Los Lunas,...
06/27/2026

Stop on by the Valencia County Amateur Radio Association club house for the annual field day at 700 Camelot , Los Lunas, NM 87031

Good Afternoon to all. Valencia County Cooling Centers are listed below:City of BelenBelen Fire Department121 S. 5th Str...
06/23/2026

Good Afternoon to all. Valencia County Cooling Centers are listed below:
City of Belen
Belen Fire Department
121 S. 5th Street, Belen, NM
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Belen Recreation Center
305 Eagle Lane, Belen, NM
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

City of Rio Communities:
Fire Department Aux Building
108 Rio Communities Blvd. Rio Communities, NM 87002
Open as needed

Village of Los Lunas
Daniel Fernandez Rec Center
1103 NM-314, Los Lunas, NM 87031
Monday – Thursday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Mealowlake Community Center
100 Cuerro Ln., Los Lunas, NM 87031
Monday -Friday 8:00 am to 7:00 pm

06/22/2026
06/19/2026

As a reminder-

Valencia County falls under the State Forester's Fire Ban.
We've had some questions about Fireworks this year, so here is the answer-
Fireworks are prohibited under the Statewide Fire Ban.
For more information, go to-
https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/sfd/find-current-fire-restrictions/

Come help and support a great cause that supports area hospitals and a great Hospice program for children. Let's surpass...
06/04/2026

Come help and support a great cause that supports area hospitals and a great Hospice program for children. Let's surpass last year's goal.

Address

444 Luna Avenue
Los Lunas, NM
87031

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15058662043

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