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13d ago

Human Resources Generalist

INSTITUTE OF AMERICAN INDIAN & Santa Fe, NM

Santa Fe, NM

13d ago

$45k - $55k/yr Full time HR Hr Administration HR Compliance

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Job Description

The Human Resources Generalist supports the day-to-day operations of a two-person HR department at the Institute of American Indian & in Santa Fe, NM. In this onsite role, you help manage recruiting, onboarding, benefits, payroll, compliance, personnel records, and employee lifecycle processes while strengthening HR systems and documentation through consistent execution and continuous improvement.

Working closely with the HR Director and partners across the organization, you serve as a key administrator for core HR workflows and tools, including Paylocity module configuration and onboarding and handbook policy rollout.

What you’ll do

Act as the primary hands-on administrator for Paylocity, handling configuration, testing, and rollout for assigned modules including recruiting, onboarding, performance, time and labor, and learning.
Build, test, and document Paylocity workflows in partnership with the HR Director and Information Technology.
Create, write, and maintain standard operating procedures for core HR processes, producing documentation where gaps exist and updating outdated processes.
Identify manual or paper-based processes and recommend practical improvements or automation.
Build and maintain HR forms, templates, checklists, and trackers.
Support employee training and communication when new systems or processes go live.
Coordinate the full recruiting cycle, including intake with hiring managers, position postings, applicant tracking, interview scheduling, and candidate communications.
Post and advertise open positions in coordination with the Communications Office and within budget.
Maintain relationships with recruiting sources, including tribal colleges, Native professional networks, higher education job boards, and local sources.
Screen applications for minimum qualifications and route qualified candidates to hiring committees.
Administer background checks and pre-employment documentation accurately and on schedule.
Draft offer letters for HR Director review and extend approved offers.
Process appointments and terminations for adjunct instructor contracts and work-study assignments.
Prepare annual core faculty letters of intent and contracts for review and approval.
Track and report recruiting metrics, including time to fill, source of hire, and open requisition status.
Design, run, and continuously improve IAIA’s new employee orientation and onboarding experience.
Prepare orientation materials, coordinate logistics, and ensure new hires complete required documentation.
Manage Form I-9 completion and reverification in compliance with federal requirements.
Coordinate with Information Technology, Facilities, and hiring departments so new employees have what they need on day one.
Conduct thirty- and ninety-day check-ins with new hires and report themes to the HR Director.
Process employee separations, including exit paperwork, systems access removal, and final documentation.
Handle sensitive and highly confidential personnel matters with tact and diplomacy.
Serve as the first point of contact for employee benefits questions and route complex issues to the HR Director.
Administer open enrollment logistics, communications, and employee support.
Process benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations accurately and within carrier deadlines.
Be the initial contact with insurance carriers and coordinate routine service issues.
Administer notification, tracking, and reporting of FMLA eligible requests.
Monitor high vacation leave balances and notify managers and employees as needed.
Schedule monthly retirement plan consultation meetings.
Support IAIA compliance with the Federal Workers’ Compensation Program, including incident reporting and OSHA recordkeeping and posting requirements.
Support compliance with employment regulations including COBRA, FLSA, ADA, and New Mexico unemployment insurance requirements, escalating interpretation questions to the HR Director.
Create, organize, secure, and maintain personnel files in accordance with confidentiality standards and record retention requirements.
Respond to employment verification requests using established release of information practices.
Assist the HR Director with drafting, formatting, and distributing updates to the employee handbook and HR policies, including tracking acknowledgments and maintaining version control.
Serve as IAIA’s primary timekeeper, ensuring biweekly time and attendance is accurate and submitted on schedule.
Input, audit, and maintain employee master data in the HR information system.
Maintain salary records and faculty contract data.
Prepare recurring and ad hoc HR reports and data requests for the HR Director.
Process HR-related invoices and billing for HR Director audit and approval.
Prepare HR content and updates for the IAIA website and submit them to the Communications Office for publishing; maintain the annual holiday leave schedule.
Serve as a welcoming and knowledgeable first point of contact for employees, faculty, student, and external inquiries.
Perform other HR duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications

Associate’s degree and three years of progressively responsible HR experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field and two years of HR experience.
Hands-on experience in at least two areas: recruiting coordination, onboarding, benefits administration, leave administration, or HRIS data management.
Working proficiency with an HRIS or payroll platform and with Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel.
Professional, courteous, tactful, and service-oriented demeanor.
Initiative and follow through, working independently once given direction.
Learning orientation and ability to quickly adopt new systems.
Comfort with change in a department rebuilding its processes.
Accuracy and attention to detail, particularly for payroll, benefits, and compliance.
Absolute discretion when handling confidential employee information.
Clear written and verbal communication to explain policies and benefits to a wide range of audiences.
Organization and prioritization skills to manage ongoing operations and project work simultaneously.
Sound judgment on what to decide independently versus what to escalate.
Cultural awareness and respect for the perspectives, backgrounds, and practices of IAIA’s Native students, faculty, and staff.
Professional, courteous, service-oriented conduct with all members of the IAIA community.

Skills and tools

Technologies: Paylocity, Microsoft Office, Excel

Preferred qualifications

Direct experience with Paylocity, including module configuration or implementation.
Experience in higher education, tribal organizations, or nonprofit environments.
Experience with the Federal Workers’ Compensation Program, or willingness to obtain Injury Compensation Specialist training within the first year.
SHRM-CP, aPHR, or PHR certification, or active progress toward certification.

Position details

Location: Santa Fe, NM (onsite)
Salary: USD 45,000 to 55,000 per year
Minimum experience: 2 years

Working conditions

Typical office environment; primarily sedentary.
Ability to sit and use a computer workstation for extended periods.
Ability to lift or maneuver items weighing up to 30 pounds.
Occasional evening or weekend work during peak recruiting, onboarding, or open enrollment periods.

Additional notes

This job description is a general statement of major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular or continuous basis; other duties may be assigned.
This job description is not a contract for employment.
Management reserves the right to revise the job description at any time.

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18d ago

Human Resources Business Partner I

Christus Health Santa Fe, NM

Santa Fe, NM

18d ago

Full time Business Partner Employee Relations Human Resources

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Job Description

As a Human Resources Business Partner I, you will help operational leaders implement people strategy across assigned business areas. The role focuses on recruitment, retention, development, performance and talent management, total rewards, and employee relations, with an emphasis on clear communication, employee satisfaction, and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a team-oriented leader for Human Resource practices and objectives, supporting a high-performance culture built on empowerment, quality, productivity, standards, and goal attainment.
Support the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce.
Perform all duties while protecting the confidentiality of applicants, candidates, and Associates, including not soliciting or disclosing confidential information unless required to perform assigned job duties.
Participate in the development and implementation of strategies and plans for HR services.
Participate in organizational support during periods of change, such as reduction in force activities or strategy changes that impact the workforce.
Work with HR leaders to ensure expert guidance to Associates and management during the review, investigation, and proper resolution of complaints and/or grievances, including maintaining accurate documentation.
Assist Associates and leaders with HR-related issue resolution, including payroll issues.

Education

A Bachelor’s Degree is required.

Experience

Minimum 3 years of experience in Human Resources or a related field.

Schedule and Employment Type

Work schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours
Work type: Full Time

Location

This role is based in Santa Fe, NM and is onsite.

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1mo ago

Lead Human Resources Generalist

State of New Mexico Santa Fe, NM

Santa Fe, NM

1mo ago Closed

$30 - $45/hr Full time Aca Compliance Budget Review Employee Relations

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Oct 27, 2026).

Job Description

Lead Human Resources Generalist role for a correctional facility in Santa Fe, serving as the facility HR lead and primary liaison to NMCD Central Office HR.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive HR guidance and support to staff and facility management on compensation actions and personnel programs, ensuring compliance with State Personnel Board (SPB) rules, the CBA, and applicable state and federal laws
Prepare bi-weekly HR reports for Central Office HR and facility management
Process disciplinary actions in accordance with NMCD policy, the CBA, and SPB rules under direction of NMCD management
Support budget reviews and assist with ACA compliance related to Human Resources
Serve as the HR liaison between the facility and Central Office HR
Verify and approve bi-weekly payroll activities and process compensation requests for new hires and transfers
Process and track Family and Medical Leave of Absence (FMLA) requests
Process and track paid Parental Leave requests
Process and track disciplinary actions and SHARE entries
Provide oversight and guidance for HR staff assigned work products at the facility

Requirements

Maintain a valid New Mexico Driver’s License
Employment is subject to a pre-employment background investigation and is conditional pending results
Bachelor’s Degree in any field plus two (2) years of HR operations experience (examples include recruitment, selection, payroll, compensation and benefits administration, labor relations, investigations, HR-related training, and/or occupational analysis)
Any combination of accredited education and/or direct experience totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience

Technology

SHARE

Working Conditions

Work occurs in an adult prison environment with daily contact with inmates
May require odd hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends
Willingness to work in a correctional facility is required

Additional Information

This position is the lead HR role for a correctional facility
Customers served: NMCD employees and management staff
Bargaining unit: Not covered by a collective bargaining agreement
Application note: Applications submitted without work experience or a resume will not be considered
Resume attachment requirement: if attaching a resume, it must include dates of employment for each job (month and year) and details of work experience/job duties

Agency Contact: Jesse Stephens, (505) 490-1216, Jesse.Stephens@cd.nm.gov

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1mo ago

Senior Human Resources Generalist

State of New Mexico Santa Fe, NM

Santa Fe, NM

1mo ago Closed

$27 - $41/hr Full time Senior Benefits Administration Hiring

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Oct 26, 2026).

Job Description

The New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) seeks a Human Resources Generalist III to support advanced HR processing. The role combines HR payroll and benefits responsibilities with recruitment activities, including end-to-end processing in the State’s SHARE systems.

Key Responsibilities

Apply advanced HR principles and practices to support recruitment, hiring, payroll processing, and ongoing benefits maintenance and monitoring for CYFD employees, as well as recruitment for the agency.
Partner with oversight agencies, including SPO, DFA, GSD RMD, EBB, and ERISA Administrative Services, for payroll and benefits-related activities.
Collaborate with hiring managers throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
Review and evaluate compensation actions to ensure alignment with internal comparisons and the organization’s structure, and address any compensation inequities or discrepancies during the recruitment lifecycle or as needed.
Process payroll-related documentation, audit processed entries, and address compensation and benefits discrepancies.
Verify job data and maintain timekeeping processes by activating/inactivating or changing time reporters; confirm work-group and task-group details; confirm task profile ID; validate ASD reports; verify bargaining unit and FLSA status; activate deductions and confirm the payroll cycle.
Process terminations, retirements, and dismissals.
Conduct time sheet processing and review leave balances.
Provide guidance and information on federal and state law, SPB Rules, and internal policies and procedures as required or requested.
Support management and employees with problem solving on complex HR assignments.
Maintain personnel files for new hires and position actions; process and audit payroll and benefits actions.
Coordinate with DFA to help ensure employees are paid properly.
Ensure accurate and complete data entry within the SHARE Human Capital Management System.
Process applicants in SHARE Talent Administrator to generate certified interview lists and to certify applicants for hiring manager interviews.
Enter hires and transfers through Manage Hires and via Recruitment Waivers.
Create, analyze, correct, and write HR recommendations on Compensation Action Request Forms (CARFs), including placement practices and use of Comparable Spreadsheets and compa ratios for CYFD divisions and departments.
Extend offers to selected candidates and coordinate start dates with hiring managers.
Track recruitment activity for each job order and position while maintaining strong communication with hiring managers and delivering customer service.
Perform the duties of HR GEN I and II as needed.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in any field.
One (1) year of experience in human resource operations, including recruitment, selection, payroll, compensation and benefits administration, labor relations, investigations, HR-related training experience, and/or occupational analysis.
Any combination of education and/or direct experience from an accredited college or university may substitute for the education and experience requirement, totaling five (5) years.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
Pre-employment background investigation is required and conditional pending results.

Technology and Systems

SHARE Human Capital Management System
SHARE Talent Administrator

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive use of a personal computer and phone.

Location and Pay

Location: Santa Fe, NM (onsite)
Compensation: USD 27 to 41 per hour

Bargaining Unit Information

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

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1mo ago

Senior Human Resources Generalist

State of New Mexico Santa Fe, NM

Santa Fe, NM

1mo ago Closed

$27 - $41/hr Full time Senior Employee Relations HR

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Oct 25, 2026).

Job Description

The Senior Human Resources Generalist provides Human Resources support to the General Services Department (GSD) and functions as a key resource for managers, supervisors, and employees. The role supports employee and labor relations, workplace investigations, leave administration under FMLA and ADA, workers’ compensation, performance evaluations, training coordination, and other HR functions while ensuring HR actions align with State Personnel Office (SPO) and GSD policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Employee Relations Manager with conducting timely and thorough workplace investigations and addressing employee and labor relations matters.
Provide guidance and training to managers and supervisors on employee relations, labor relations, workplace policies, and HR best practices.
Coordinate and track workers’ compensation claims and the required documentation.
Track and monitor employee performance evaluations and required training for GSD, ensuring completion and appropriate follow-up.
Coordinate FMLA and ADA requests and provide guidance to employees and management throughout the process.
Deliver HR support, consultation, and guidance to GSD managers, supervisors, and employees across recruitment, classification and compensation, payroll and benefits, leave administration, HR policies and procedures, and employment practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in any field and one (1) year of experience in human resource operations, including areas such as recruitment, selection, payroll, compensation and benefits administration, labor relations, investigations, HR-related training experience, and/or occupational analysis.
Any combination of accredited education and/or direct experience in the occupation totaling five (5) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver’s License.
Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.

Who This Role Supports

This position provides support for all GSD staff.

Working Conditions

Primary work location is an office setting at the Joseph Montoya Building, with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage.
Work extended hours and occasional travel may be required.
May require sustained sitting/standing and periodic bending, squatting, climbing, and reaching.

Additional Information

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Agency Contact

Jose Lopez (Jose.Lopez@gsd.nm.gov)

Collective Bargaining

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

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1mo ago

Physician & APC Recruiter

CHRISTUS St. Vincent Santa Fe, NM

Santa Fe, NM

1mo ago Closed

Full time Application Tracking System Candidate Pipeline Candidate Screening

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Oct 19, 2026).

Job Description

The Physician & Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) Recruiter at CHRISTUS St. Vincent supports provider hiring across the organization, helping ensure that physicians and APCs are recruited, onboarded, and welcomed into practice. Based in Santa Fe, NM onsite, this role focuses on full-cycle recruiting, proactive sourcing, and close collaboration with leaders and teams to strengthen the candidate experience and recruitment outcomes.

This is a full-time, onsite (not remote) position on a Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule.

What You’ll Do

Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for physician and APC positions, from requisition intake through onboarding.
Develop and implement proactive sourcing strategies using professional networks, databases, job boards, residency and fellowship programs, conferences, and direct outreach.
Build and maintain candidate pipelines for both current and future workforce needs.
Partner with executive leadership, medical staff leadership, service line leaders, human resources, marketing, compliance, credentialing, and operations to support recruitment initiatives and process improvements.
Coordinate provider recruitment activities, including candidate identification, screening, interviewing, site visit coordination, reference checks, and offer presentation.
Manage candidate itineraries, site visits, and interview experiences to ensure a high-quality recruitment experience.
Collaborate with compensation and legal teams on recruitment packages, letters of intent, and employment agreements.
Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates through recruitment and onboarding.
Attend specialty-specific conferences and recruitment events to identify and engage physician and APC candidates.
Maintain accurate recruitment activity and candidate records, including reporting within applicant tracking systems and recruitment databases.
Monitor recruitment metrics and work toward recruitment goals, productivity targets, and key performance indicators.
Provide weekly recruitment updates and dashboard reporting to leadership and ministry stakeholders.
Ensure provider position postings remain current and reflect organizational needs.
Use physician and healthcare recruitment platforms such as PracticeMatch, PracticeLink, CareerMD, and other sourcing tools to generate leads.
Support providers through credentialing, licensing, and onboarding processes as needed to facilitate transition to practice.
Manage travel arrangements, recruitment-related expenses, and timely submission of expense reports.
Represent CHRISTUS St. Vincent as an employer of choice through ambassador activities within the healthcare community.

What You Bring

Minimum 1 year of recruiting experience required.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Healthcare recruitment experience preferred.
Physician and/or Advanced Practice Clinician recruitment experience strongly preferred.
Experience recruiting in a complex healthcare system or physician practice environment is highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of full-cycle recruitment, sourcing methodologies, and candidate relationship management.
Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proven ability to build relationships with providers, leadership teams, and external partners.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple searches and competing priorities.
Demonstrated negotiation and consultative partnership skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Experience with applicant tracking systems and HRIS platforms; INFOR experience preferred.
Ability to analyze recruitment data and generate reports to support workforce planning decisions.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in sensitive situations.
Ability and willingness to travel periodically for conferences, networking events, and candidate outreach activities.

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Applicant tracking systems
HRIS platforms (INFOR preferred)
PracticeMatch, PracticeLink, CareerMD

Location & Schedule

Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico (onsite)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Work type: Full Time, Onsite (Not Remote)

Why Join CHRISTUS St. Vincent

Advance access to quality healthcare throughout Northern New Mexico by recruiting exceptional physicians and advanced practice clinicians who support the mission of compassionate care.
Directly influence organizational growth, physician workforce strategy, and the delivery of patient care in the communities served.

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2mo ago

Recruiter I - Talent Acquisition

Christus Health Santa Fe, NM

Santa Fe, NM

2mo ago Closed

Full time Candidate Screening Hiring Hr Technology

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 18, 2026).

Job Description

Christus Health is seeking a Recruiter I to support talent acquisition for professional, non-nursing roles at its onsite location in Santa Fe, NM. In this position, you will manage the end-to-end recruiting process, help ensure qualified candidates are available, and support hiring practices that align with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

What you’ll do

Maintain strong working relationships with hiring supervisors (directors, managers, coordinators, or leads) through consistent communication and attention to their specific hiring needs.
Support an adequate pipeline of qualified applicants by developing, implementing, improving, maintaining, and adapting recruitment programs that use marketing tactics (for example: mailers, brochures, publications, and advertisements) and recruitment strategies (for example: bonuses, relocation, and scholarship), while adjusting for changing job market conditions and budget limits.
Coordinate hiring activities including prescreening candidates using TS practices, pre-assessing candidates with available assessment tools, scheduling interviews through TS processes, and proposing special incentives (such as relocation or sign-on) when needed; partner with external recruiters for hard-to-fill roles.
Administer Targeted Selection (TS) by ensuring hiring managers are trained and using TS interviewing techniques, interview guides, and data integration to select new Associates; provide TS Interviewer training and occasionally serve as a TS interviewer.
Serve as Administrator of HR Logix by maintaining personnel requisitions, job openings, and applicant information for assigned positions; ensure new requisitions are completed correctly for the weekly staffing council meeting.
Share responsibility for preparing and distributing the staffing council spreadsheet with Recruiter.
Maintain and strengthen relationships with the community and schools by representing Christus Health in a positive manner, attending career fairs or similar activities, and offering assistance at community or school events.
Provide weekly reporting on recruitment activity, including the number of hires and position openings (and reporting when requested).
Assist other Recruitment Team members as needed, including covering responsibilities during their absence.
Serve as a backup to the general orientation facilitator.
Protect confidentiality of applicants, candidates, and Associates, and avoid soliciting or disclosing confidential information unless required to perform assigned duties.
Complete other assigned duties as directed by the department manager or director, either temporarily or permanently.