HR Specialist - Payroll, Benefits, and Leave
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_on1st Street Southwest, Barelas, Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87102, United States
About the Organization
New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) provides civil legal services to low-income New Mexicans to promote family and economic stability. Our mission is to help clients access food, shelter, and security while preserving their unique cultural heritages. With locations throughout the state including Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Gallup, and Taos, we serve diverse communities across New Mexico.
About the Role
Based in our Albuquerque office, the Human Resources Specialist – Payroll, Benefits, & Leave serves as a key operational partner within the Human Resources team. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, this role is essential to the daily functioning of our multi-office nonprofit organization.
You will act as a bridge between Human Resources, Finance, Grants, and our employees, ensuring the accurate administration of payroll, benefits, and leave programs. This position is vital for maintaining data integrity within our HRIS system and supporting the employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding. You will work closely with benefits vendors and organizational leadership to foster operational efficiency and provide responsive, professional support to our staff.
The Hiring Process
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To be considered, applicants must submit a current resume, three references, and a cover letter explaining their interest in the position and NMLA's mission. Applications lacking any of these documents will not be reviewed.
To apply, please visit: newmexicolegalaid.isolvedhire.com
All applicants will be subject to a background check. NMLA is committed to a strong workforce and recognizes that persons with marks on their record may still be able to perform admirably.
Our Culture & Commitment
NMLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
1st Street Southwest, Barelas, Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87102, United States
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProcess payroll accurately and timely in accordance with organizational policies and regulations
- check_circleMaintain and update employee records, compensation data, and benefits information within the HRIS system
- check_circleOrganize and coordinate annual open enrollment activities with external benefits administrators
- check_circleProcess and track compensation changes, annual step increases, and related Personnel Action Forms
- check_circleAssist with onboarding and offboarding processes including benefit transitions and final payroll coordination
- check_circlePrepare and maintain HR and payroll-related reports for audits, grants, and compliance activities
- check_circleParticipate in collective bargaining negotiations and assist with gathering related data and documentation
- check_circleIdentify opportunities for process improvement and support operational efficiency across HR functions
- check_circleCoordinate administration of employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
- check_circleSupport leave administration processes including tracking leave usage and ensuring FMLA compliance
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred
- verifiedExperience supporting payroll, benefits administration, leave coordination, and HR operations
- verifiedKnowledge of payroll processes, employee benefits administration, leave management, HRIS systems, and employment-related compliance requirements
- verifiedProficiency with Microsoft Office and HR/payroll systems
- verifiedBackground check required
- verifiedSubmit current resume, three references, and cover letter
Nice to Have
Experience working in Human Resources or Accounting within a nonprofit or unionized environment. Experience administering benefits and leave programs. Experience participating in open enrollment coordination and benefits communication processes. Experience with HRIS and payroll platforms such as iSolved. Experience with other software such as DocuSign, LegalServer, or MIP.
Benefits & Perks
check_circle100% employer-paid BCBS medical, plus dental and vision for employeescheck_circleGenerous contributions for dependentscheck_circle3 weeks vacation time, 6 days personal time, plus sick pay and federal holidayscheck_circleHybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote)403(b) Retirement Plan
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Payroll, Benefits Administration, Leave Management, Hris Systems, Employment-Related Compliance, Microsoft Office, Isolved, Docusign, Mip.
Education: Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Accounting, or related field preferred.
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A HR Specialist - Payroll, Benefits, and Leave at New Mexico Legal Aid is responsible for the following: Process payroll accurately and timely in accordance with organizational policies and regulations; Maintain and update employee records, compensation data, and benefits information within the HRIS system; Organize and coordinate annual open enrollment activities with external benefits administrators; and Process and track compensation changes, annual step increases, and related Personnel Action Forms.
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New Mexico Legal Aid is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred; Experience supporting payroll, benefits administration, leave coordination, and HR operations; Knowledge of payroll processes, employee benefits administration, leave management, HRIS systems, and employment-related compliance requirements; Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR/payroll systems; Background check required; and Submit current resume, three references, and cover letter.
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HR Specialist - Payroll, Benefits, and Leave at New Mexico Legal Aid is based in 1st Street Southwest, Barelas, Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87102, United States. This is a hybrid role.
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New Mexico Legal Aid has listed this HR Specialist - Payroll, Benefits, and Leave role as hybrid.
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Key skills for HR Specialist - Payroll, Benefits, and Leave at New Mexico Legal Aid include Payroll; Benefits Administration; Leave Management; Hris Systems; Employment-Related Compliance; Microsoft Office; Isolved; and Docusign.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Accounting, or related field preferred.
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HR Specialist - Payroll, Benefits, and Leave at New Mexico Legal Aid is part of the hr & recruitment job category on Recrutus.
About New Mexico Legal Aid
New Mexico Legal Aid operates as a civil legal advocacy organization based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, within the legal services industry. The firm focuses on providing equal access to justice for disenfranchised and low-income individuals and communities across the state. With a ratio of one legal aid attorney for every 14,000 poor persons, the organization addresses critical needs for those whose resources have been depleted for basic human requirements.
The organization serves a diverse demographic, including the working poor, veterans, families with children, farmers, migrant workers, people with disabilities, homeowners, renters, and the elderly. Clients reside in rural, suburban, and urban areas and typically have household incomes at or below 125% of the federal poverty guidelines. The legal assistance provided covers essential issues such as access to benefits, consumer rights, employment and income maintenance, family law, domestic violence, and landlord-tenant disputes.
Through outreach, training, education, and quality representation, New Mexico Legal Aid acts as a defender and advocate for poor people seeking justice in all forums. The organization is committed to helping individuals secure food, shelter, security, and the preservation of their unique cultural heritages, thereby promoting family and economic stability in New Mexico.
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