HR Administrator - EEO, ADA & Benefits

Dona Ana County; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Doña Ana County in Las Cruces, NM seeks a skilled HR professional to manage EEO and ADA programs, administer employee benefits, and support IPRA compliance. The role involves analytical reporting, regulatory guidance, and collaboration across departments to ensure accurate records and compliant processes.

The incumbent will serve as the ADA coordinator, provide training, and assist with HRIS and payroll support while maintaining strict confidentiality and high standards of data integrity.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience as a Human Resources generalist.
• Experience in EEO, ADA, benefits and compliance preferred.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain EEO plans and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Administer employee benefits and assist with HRIS-related tasks.
• Coordinate IPRA responses and maintain confidentiality of personnel records.
• Serve as ADA coordinator and provide related training and guidance.

Skills

Public administration

HR management

Benefits administration

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS software

Job description

NOTICE TO APPLICANT

This position will close at 12:00AM MST on the End Date.

You must ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, hours worked per week per position, education, personal information, etc.

Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation.

Job Description

PURPOSE SUMMARY. Responsible for the County's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) plans and reports to include providing analytical guidance and recommendations. Administer the County's Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) program, including regulatory compliance, and serves as County ADA Coordinator. Supports employee benefits administration. Assists with Inspection of Public Records responses for department. Serves as backup for HR Administrator-Benefits and HRIS Specialist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES.

1. Equal Employment Opportunity

• Research, prepare, maintain, and submit Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) reports, including the EEO-4 Report.
• Develop and maintain the County's EEO Plan in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Analyze human resources data by gathering, compiling, interpreting, and reporting information to support compliance, planning, and operational decision-making.

2. ADA Administration

• Interpret Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related Federal and State regulations.
• Assist with assessment of government facilities for compliance with ADA regulation and requirements.
• Review requests for reasonable accommodation and/or reasonable modifications under the ADA by researching legal information and reviewing historical, medical and other types of documentation allowed, coordinates implementation, monitors costs.
• Respond to and coordinates with other departments and the public as necessary for ADA complaints.
• Conduct research into available materials, supplies and services and make recommendations for use to promote accessibility in accordance with the ADA.
• Ensure all ADA forms are up to date.
• Serve as primary point of contact for employees regarding ADA related matters and provide guidance on available resources and processes.
• Investigate ADA related concerns and recommend appropriate actions, including training, counseling or corrective measures, as appropriate.
• Serve as subject matter expert on ADA requirements and develop, coordinate and deliver ADA training as needed.

3. Benefits Administration and HRIS

• Assist with the administration of employee benefits by supporting benefit programs, responding to employee inquiries, and maintaining related records.
• Assist HRIS Specialist in payroll and software support.
• Attend training and remain current on software upgrades.
• Work collaboratively with other departments.

4. Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA)

• Assist with coordination of department responses in accordance with applicable laws and County procedures.
• Conduct research on IPRA regulations and disseminate to HR Department staff.
• Attend training and stay current on IPRA regulations.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality regarding personnel records, employee information, and other sensitive matters.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS.

A. Education.

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field

B. Experience.

Five (5) years of experience as a Human Resources generalist. Previous experience in the areas of EEO, ADA, benefits and Human Resource compliance in a Human Resource environment is preferred. Government/Public-sector experience is preferred.

C. Education/Experience substitution.

N/A

D. Licenses/Certifications.

Valid driver's license. Must maintain a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policy. SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.

E. Other (e.g. post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver's license record, etc.).

Must pass pre-employment background check and driving record check.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

Knowledge of:

• Practices, procedures, and principles of public administration and/or human resources management.
• Federal and state laws governing employee benefits, leave administration, equal employment opportunity, disability accommodations, and healthcare privacy, including COBRA, FMLA, HIPAA, ACA, ADA, and related regulations.
• Principles and practices of employee benefits administration, including employee and retiree benefit programs, claims administration, compliance requirements, and vendor coordination.
• Discrimination theories.
• Microsoft Office applications, and other business software.
• Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic arithmetic.
• Research techniques and data analysis.

Skill in:

• Project development, scheduling, monitoring and control systems.
• Conducting complete and accurate investigations.

Ability to:

• Interpret information accurately and make decisions according to existing laws, regulations, and policies.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing, deliver training, and explain complex information to diverse audiences.
• Organize, prioritize, and manage multiple assignments while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
• Remain calm and effective in stressful, oppressive settings and situations.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships.
• Plan, organize and coordinate tasks according to established deadlines.
• Exercise mature judgment to make independent analysis and report findings.

Compensation Range

$65,457.60 - $106,808.00

Doña Ana County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to abide by all federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of a person's race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability, serious medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, spousal affiliation, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other unlawful criteria, except where a reasonable Bona Fide Occupational Qualification exists.

Doña Ana County will make reasonable accommodation(s) for the known physical or mental limitations of an applicant with a disability, upon request, unless the accommodation(s) would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the County. Please see http://www.donaanacounty.org/ada/ for our Public Notice and to get the Testing/Interview Accommodation Request Form or call 575-647-7210 for assistance.