HR Generalist - Full Time (Remote)

New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) provides civil legal services to low‑income New Mexicans for a variety of legal issues including domestic violence/family law, consumer protection, housing, and benefits. NMLA is seeking a full‑time, one‑year term‑limited position created to support several key Human Resources initiatives and strengthen HR operations across the organization. The HR Generalist will help to manage day‑to‑day HR functions while also assisting with process improvements, documentation, and implementation of new HR systems and practices. This role works closely with the HR Manager to support ongoing HR operations, help document and improve processes as new systems and initiatives are developed, and provides operational support across a broad range of human‑resources functions including leave administration, onboarding, benefits coordination, HRIS administration, personnel file management, and HR compliance support.

Administer employee leave programs, including FMLA, disability leaves (short‑term and long‑term disability), and other organizational leave programs.

Coordinate leave documentation, track leave usage, and ensure proper record‑keeping and compliance with applicable laws and organizational policies.

Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding leave processes and requirements.

Onboarding and HR Administrative Operations

Ensure personnel files are complete, accurate, and maintained in compliance with legal and organizational requirements.

Maintain employee records in HR systems and ensure accurate data entry and documentation.

Serve as a resource for employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and administrative processes.

Coordinate with external benefits administrators and providers to ensure effective benefits administration.

HRIS Administration and Reporting

Maintain and administer HR information systems (HRIS), ensuring accurate employee data and records.

Generate HR reports and assist in analyzing HR data as needed.

Assist in maintaining data integrity and consistency within HR systems.

Support HR reporting and documentation needs.

Labor Relations and HR Compliance Support

Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws, organizational policies, and collective bargaining agreements.

Support HR compliance monitoring and documentation.

Assist in responding to HR‑related inquiries and compliance requirements.

Training Coordination and Administration

Coordinate employee training programs, including onboarding, compliance training, and required organizational training.

Maintain accurate records of employee training completion and ensure documentation is properly maintained.

Assist with scheduling and coordinating training sessions with employees and external training providers.

Assist in tracking training requirements and ensuring timely completion.

Support for Workplace Culture and Inclusion Initiatives

Support coordination and documentation of training related to workplace conduct and respectful workplace practices.

Assist in ensuring HR processes are applied consistently and fairly.

Support HR Manager in maintaining equitable and consistent HR administrative practices.

HR Process Improvement and Documentation

Assist in developing, documenting, and maintaining HR procedures and administrative processes to ensure consistency, compliance, and operational continuity.

Support efforts to improve HR workflows, record‑keeping systems, and administrative practices.

Assist in maintaining organized and consistent HR administrative systems.

Provide HR support to employees and supervisors across all office locations.

Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment in handling sensitive HR matters.

Assist with special HR projects and initiatives as assigned.

This is a full‑time employee position and is eligible for the same benefits, paid leave, and organizational policies as other regular full‑time employees during the term of employment.

100% employer‑paid BCBS medical, plus dental and vision for employees; 3 weeks vacation time, 6 days personal time, sick pay, and federal holidays off

Comp time for overtime

Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote - your choice!)

403(b) Retirement Plan

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