HR Generalist — Field & Office (Albuquerque)

GRIDWORKS; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GRIDWORKS is seeking an HR Generalist to support Albuquerque‑based teams across office and field sites. This role covers benefits, leaves, onboarding, compliance, compensation, HR data, training, and policy development.

You will be the primary contact for HR questions and work with field leadership on projects. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in HR generalist roles, familiarity with multi-state employment rules (NM preferred), and strong communication.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR generalist experience.
• Working knowledge of federal employment law; multi-state familiarity.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams).
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work with all levels.

Responsibilities

• Administer benefits, open enrollment, and liaise with brokers.
• Administer leaves of absence (FMLA and state leave) and ADA accommodations.
• Advise on employee relations; participate in disciplinary actions and investigations.
• Support performance management and employee engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding and I-9 verification.
• Maintain employee records and HR data; prepare reports and metrics.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws; update policies and handbook.
• Maintain job descriptions, classifications (including FLSA), and salary structures.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Multi-state employment law

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Strong communication

Data analysis

Discretion & confidentiality

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business / related field

SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP / PHR certification

Tools

Paycom

HRIS

Job description

GRIDWORKS is seeking an HR Generalist to support Albuquerque‑based teams across office and field sites. This role covers benefits, leaves, onboarding, compliance, compensation, HR data, training, and policy development.

You will be the primary contact for HR questions and work with field leadership on projects. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in HR generalist roles, familiarity with multi-state employment rules (NM preferred), and strong communication.