Human Resources Adminstrator #00030745-23200, Full-Time, Perm, in Albuquerque, NM

New Mexico Courts; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

12 weeks parental leave

Flexible work options

Job summary

The Second Judicial District Court in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a full-time Human Resources Administrator to manage HR actions, payroll, benefits, recruitment, and training. This role will coordinate postings, screen candidates, conduct background checks, and prepare HR documents.

It also serves as a backup to the HR Operations Manager and handles filings and reporting. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, knowledge of employment law, and experience with HR

Qualifications

• The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and experience in HR administration, payroll, recruitment, and benefits.
• Knowledge of employment law (FLSA, ADA, FMLA, EEO, OSHA, Workers’ Comp) and training techniques is required.
• Experience with HR data entry, reports, audits, and background checks is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and administer HR actions, payroll and benefits, and recruitment processes.
• Coordinate job postings, review applicant qualifications, and conduct background checks.
• Prepare and review HR documents, assist with investigations, and support budget and policy improvements.
• Serve as backup to HR Operations Manager and maintain personnel files and training programs.

Skills

HR administration

Payroll processing

Recruitment

Benefits administration

Training coordination

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field

PHR/SPHR certification (preferred/substitution)

Tools

Automated HR system / HRIS

Job description

Business Unit: 23200

Human Resources Adminstrator #00030745-23200, Full-Time, Perm, in Albuquerque, NM

# of Positions: 1

Administrative Office of the Courts

Business Unit: 23200

Human Resources Adminstrator #00030745-23200, Full-Time, Perm, in Albuquerque, NM

# of Positions: 1

Opening Date: 09-22-2026 - Close Date: 10-06-2026

Target Pay Range/Rate: $22.169 to $27.711 Hourly or $46,112 to $57,639

The Second Judicial District Court is recruiting for a full-time, Perm Human Resources Adminstrator #00030745-23200 in Albuquerque, NM.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Acting under general supervision analyze and administer human resources actions, employee payroll and benefits, recruitment and human resources data entry. Work includes coordinating recruitment efforts such as job postings, reviewing applicant qualifications, conducting full cycle background checks for prospective hires, generating reports, and conducting trainings. Qualified candidates must have a demonstrated ability to work independently and collaborate with a team, display time management skills, and have strong attention to detail. This position will also serve as a backup to the Court HR Operations Manager.

Finalist(s) will be subject to criminal background checks.

Examples Of Job Duties

• The Human Resource Administrator is responsible for preparing and completing human resources documents for supervisor or Administrative Authority approval.
• Reviews, processes, and audits payroll and maintains current knowledge of benefits, and explains and administers benefits to employees.
• Processes and enters various approved human resources transactions utilizing automated human resources management system.
• Coordinates recruitment efforts and job postings, reviews applications, evaluates applicant skills, and makes recommendations regarding their qualifications.
• Schedules interviews, participates on interview panels, and conducts background verifications and candidate reference checks.
• Provides assistance and follow-ups on inquiries from justices, judges, managers, supervisors and employees regarding human resources.
• Prepares and reviews requests for position reclassifications and creates reclassification documents.
• Analyzes job duties, organizational structures, and makes a determination of most appropriate job classification.
• Reviews and analyzes requests for monetary compensation (out of cycle) and makes appropriate recommendations for action in accordance with rules, policies, and procedures.
• Provides guidance and accurate information regarding progressive discipline and assists managers and supervisors in analyzing a problem and identifying best course of disciplinary action.
• Drafts disciplinary actions for review.
• Presents training programs.
• Maintains filings systems and archives personnel files.
• Prepares budget forms and makes recommendations for approval or disapproval.
• Assists in investigating employee complaints or grievances.
• Recommends operating policy and procedural improvements.
• May serve on local and statewide committees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies/Qualifications

The successful applicant should demonstrate a broad knowledge of human resources administration practices, principles and techniques, performance management, payroll processing, benefit administration, recruitment, interviewing and selection techniques, unemployment; records management, employment law (i.e., Fair Labor Standards Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Family Medical Leave Act, Equal Employment Opportunity Act, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Workers Compensation) , labor relations, retirement plans, classification and compensation administration, auditing and reconciliation procedures, and training techniques.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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.

• This job description is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions performed

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx, Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance Programs, employee assistance program (EAP) [http://www.mybenefitsnm.com/]
• State paid life insurance, supplemental and dependent life insurance Page 3 of 3 New Mexico Judicial Branch
• Optional flexible spending accounts for medical, day-care, and travel expenses
• Paid time off, up to eight (8) weeks
• Paid time off and retirement buyback
• Eleven (11) paid holidays
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Lifetime Defined Benefits Retirement Plan [http://www.nmpera.org/]
• 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*

These benefits vary by job classification or need

Qualifications

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Education: Bachelor’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: Four (4) years of directly related or relevant experience may substitute on a year for year basis.
• Experience: Two (2) years of experience in general human resources management, employment law, classification and compensation, employee recruitment, training, automated database systems and reports, and payroll and benefits.
• Experience Substitution: Current Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification may substitute count for one (1) year of work of experience. Relevant graduate level education may substitute for up to two (2) years experience at a rate of thirty (30) semester hours, which equals one (1) year of experience.

Proof Of Education Is Required

The Second Judicial District Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants selected for an interview must notify the Human Resource Division of the need for an accommodation.