Human Resources Generalist Perm in Las Cruces, NM

Overview

The Third Judicial District Court in Las Cruces, New Mexico is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to join our Human Resources Division in Las Cruces, New Mexico. This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, and a commitment to accuracy and public service excellence. Under supervision, this position performs a broad range of HR functions, including payroll processing, full-cycle recruitment, HRIS data management, and employee records administration.

This role also serves as the HR Records Custodian, ensuring proper maintenance, compliance, and disposition of confidential personnel records.

• The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for assisting with employee payroll, benefits processing, recruitment and human resources data entry.
• Processes and enters approved human resources transactions utilizing the automated human resources management system.
• Coordinates recruitment efforts and job postings.
• Reviews applications, evaluate applicant skills, makes recommendations regarding applicant=s qualifications, and prepares lists of certified applicants.
• Schedules interviews, participates on interview panels, conducts background checks, and reference checks.
• Provides assistance and follow-up on inquiries from judges, managers, supervisors and employees regarding human resources subjects.
• Prepares employment letters, employee files, and completes human resources forms.
• Assists with training programs and new employee orientation.
• Maintains filing systems and archive personnel files, answers phones, and other associated duties as assigned.
• May serve on local committees.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
• Act as liaison with staff, judges, attorneys, vendors, and the general public.
• Assist with internal and/or external audits.
• Provide support to other magistrate or district courts within a judicial district.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  
  Associate=s Degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, Judicial Administration, Public Administration, English, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.
• Education Substitution:
  Two (2) years of directly related or relevant experience may substitute on a year for year basis.
• Experience:
  
  One (1) year experience in general human resources, payroll, and benefits administration or a directly related field.
• Experience Substitution:
  Current Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification may substitute for one (1) year of work experience.

The following functions are representative, but not all-inclusive of the work environment and physical demands an employee may expect to encounter in performing tasks assigned to this job. Work is performed in an office or court setting. A valid driver's license and travel may be required. The assigned work schedule may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. The employee must regularly interact positively with co-workers, clients, the public, judges, and justices.

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx, Short- and Long Term Disability Insurance Programs, employee assistance program (EAP)
• State paid life insurance, supplemental and dependent life insurance
• Optional flexible spending accounts for medical, day-care, and travel expenses
• Paid vacation and sick leave up to eight (8) weeks
• Eleven (11) paid holidays
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Lifetime Defined Benefits Retirement Plan
• Flexible work schedules and alternative work locations*
• Free health care, Rx, and lab work at the facility (Stay Well Health Center) in Santa Fe, NM
• Bilingual compensation*
• Training and career development opportunities
• Higher education opportunities, educational leave, and tuition reimbursement
• May qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• May receive overtime holiday or shift differential pay*
• May receive physical fitness leave*
• What are your benefits worth?

* These benefits vary by job classification or need

TO APPLY: Interested applicants should submit either a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment or a Resume Supplemental Form with required resume, and proof of education no later than 5:00 p.m., Thursday, March 5, 2026 to:

Application Forms

• Microsoft Word Format
• Adobe PDF Format

Resume Supplemental Forms

• Microsoft Word Format
• Adobe PDF Format

Third Judicial District Court 201 Picacho Ave. Las Cruces, NM 88005

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Equal Opportunity Employer