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Administrative Support

New Mexico Army National Guard G6/Directorate of Information Services (G6/DIS)

Welcome to the New Mexico Army National Guard G6/Directorate of Information Services. We provide essential Information Technology (IT) and administrative support services to our Soldiers, civilians, and the public. Our mission is to deliver timely and effective solutions to ensure the NMARNG community has the resources it needs to succeed.

Our Services

Information Technology (IT) Support

The G6/DIS is your central point for all IT-related needs. To ensure your request is handled efficiently, please submit a service ticket through the Army Enterprise Service Management Platform (AESMP).

    Submit a Ticket Online (NIPR)

    Administrative Services

    Our Administrative Services section provides a variety of essential support functions. For assistance, please contact the appropriate personnel below.

    Services offered: mail services, passports, command photos, DA photos, and printing.

    Supervisor: Ms. Bernida Sanchez

    Records Management Analyst: 2LT Raymond Moya

    Supply and Mail Technician: SFC Bobby Vigil

    G6/DIS Leadership

    • Interim Director/CIO: Mr. Jonathan Weber
    • IT Operations OIC: CW3 Daniel Brawley

    Army Enterprise Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)

    The NMARNG G6/DIS encourages users to take advantage of the Army's Virtual Desktop program. AVD provides a fast and secure Windows 11 virtual machine, allowing you to access your Army email and other Microsoft applications from government, corporate, or personal devices on both NIPR and commercial networks. Need assistance with AVD? Call (505) 407-3590

    Onboard to AVD

    Education

    The NMARNG State Education Office administers ARNG education programs and services including; GI Bill programs, Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA), Credentialing Assistance (CA), Incentive Processing, Army Personnel Testing, DANTES programs, and other support programs.

    Other support services include:

    • Coordinates with unit leaders and other stakeholders to conduct education briefings to Soldiers, family members, ARNG state leadership, colleges/universities, and outside agencies as necessary.
    • Provides education counseling and support to Soldiers. Coordinates with stakeholders regarding the planning, execution, and marketing of ARNG education programs and services.
    • Develops, implements, and monitors a marketing plan for the programs and services provided by the Education Services Office.

    Contact

    NMARNG Education Office

    MAJ Nils Stansen

    Education Services Officer, New Mexico Army National Guard

    SFC Heriberto Magallanes

    Education Services/Incentives NCOIC, New Mexico Army National Guard

    Education QR codes

    Inspector General

    Provide impartial, objective, and unbiased advice and oversight to New Mexico National Guard through relevant, timely and thorough inspections, assistance, investigations, and teaching/training. Promote and enable stewardship, accountability, integrity, efficiency, and good order and discipline to enhance the readiness of New Mexico National Guard.

    Tips for Working with Your Inspector General

    To present an issue without fear of reprisal is the right of any Soldier, Civilian, or Family Member seeking IG help. After all, problem solving is one of the IG's primary missions.

     

    What Steps Should You Take?

    • Give your chain of command a chance to solve the problem. (Many problems must be addressed to the chain of command for resolution.)
    • Be sure you have a problem, not just a peeve. (Are you being given inaccurate information or just slow service?)
    • Remember IGs only resolve a case on the basis of fact. (Your claim that a supervisor has violated the rules doesn't make it fact. A claim must be supported with evidence. Do you have copies of documents, or can you reference a policy that has been violated?)
    • Some situations first require other methods of redress. (IGs assist after these are exercised, i.e., evaluations, UCMJ, discharges)
    • Be honest and don't provide misleading information. (IGs will discover the truth quickly in most cases and there are penalties for knowingly providing false information.)
    • Keep in mind IGs can only recommend, not order a resolution. (Only Commanders can order; the role of the IG is to assist and advise.)
    • Don't expect instant action on your request. Be patient. (Inquiries and Investigations take time, and IGs tend to have heavy workloads.)
    • Be prepared to take "No" for the answer. (In either case "Yes" or "No", the IG will explain why.)

     

    Contact

    Deputy Inspector General

    Henry A. Garciasalas

    Inspector General NCO

    MSG Jonathan Alexander

    Inspector General Website

    Records Request

    The Records Request section facilitates the ability for current and past Service Members to receive their NM Army National Guard records. The section has a crucial role in assisting former Services Members that do not have access to their iPERMS record. Any records prior to 2003 the Records Request section facilitates communication with the state archive department in obtaining those records. All records requests can be sent to: ng.nm.nmarng.list.g1-records-request@army.mil

     

    Contact

    CW2 Nico A. Escandon

    Personnel Services/Systems Information Branch Chief, New Mexico Army National Guard

    SFC Heriberto Magallanes

    Personnel Services/Systems Information Branch NCOIC, New Mexico Army National Guard

    Retirement Services

    The New Mexico Army National Guard Retirement Services Officer (RSO) serves as a trusted resource for Soldiers and retirees navigating the military retirement process. The RSO provides personalized customer support and guidance for Active Guard Reserve (AGR) retirements, Grey Area retirees awaiting retired pay eligibility at age 60, Annuitant pay for surviving spouses/children, and Soldiers retiring through the Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) process.

    Retirement can be a complex, involving detailed documentation, timelines, and benefit decisions. The RSO helps ensure Soldiers and their families understand every step of the process while receiving accurate and timely assistance. Services include retirement counseling, eligibility verification, benefit education, and assistance with required forms and retirement applications.

    The RSO is committed to delivering professional, responsive, and respectful service to all eligible Soldiers, retirees, and family members. By providing one-on-one assistance and expert guidance, the RSO helps ensure every Soldier can transition confidently into retirement benefits they have earned through their service and sacrifice.

    Contact

    SFC Michelle Velarde

    MSG Heriberto Magallanes

    SSG Grant Templin

    General Retirements Inbox: ng.nm.nmarng.list.retirements@army.mil

     

    Helpful Websites

    Defense Finance and Accounting Service

    Retiree and Annuitant questions, forms, helpful information

    Soldier for Life

    Retirement information, resources, and support

    My Army Benefits

    Benefit Calculations, retirement, and annuity

    Constituent Services