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Human Resources Generalist
Human Resources
105 Albright Street, Suite J Taos, New Mexico 87571
Telephone: (575) 737-6313 Facsimile: (575) 737-3891
www.taoscounty.org/jobs
Email applications to [email protected]
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JOB TITLE: Human Resources Generalist SALARY: $21.10
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources POSITION STATUS: FULL-TIME
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt UNION ELIGIBILITY: Non- Eligible
I. POSITION FUNCTION Summary:
Under the direction of the Human Resources Director and/or the Human Resources Supervisor the Human Resources Generalist provides administrative support to the Human Resources Department on all personnel matters and assists department in carrying out complex clerical duties by processing various human resources programs and procedures for all County employees including but not limited to recruitment, employment, compensation, classification, and benefit administration, employee training and development, labor relations and completing special projects as assigned by the Human Resources Director and/or Human Resources Supervisor.
Department Job Assignments: This Job Description is intended to be somewhat general in nature with respect to the job family, and as such it does not detail all duties of a particular job assignment. Additional duties, responsibilities, and accountabilities may be assigned to an employee in this position depending on the Department Job Assignment.
Ii. Essential Functions, Duties, And Responsibilities:
The following statements are essential functions of this position and not intended to be all-inclusive; rather, they are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the employee, and an employee may be directed to perform other reasonably related job duties and responsibilities. The incumbent will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties reasonably requested by their supervisor. Taos County reserves the right to revise or change the job duties and responsibilities as the need arises, based on business need, and this Job Description may be updated accordingly. This Job Description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Job Duties:
- Assists in evaluating job positions, determining classification, exempt or non-exempt status, and salary.
- Assists in occupational classifications, job descriptions, and salary scales.
- Responsible for preparing and maintaining personnel records and handbooks by assuring the accuracy of all file content, hard copy and electronic to include updating individual records to reflect various personnel actions, i.e., discipline, recognition, wage adjustments, advancements, credential achievement, promotions, etc.
- Prepares various personnel reports.
- Prepares proposed salary action documents according to County ordinance and union contract, enters into the system, and submits payroll information to finance department.
- Assures the integrity of confidential records and monitors access to assure compliance with County “need to know” policies and freedom of information regulations.
- Tracks and manages employee probationary periods, longevity increases, and temporary employment in a timely and efficiently manner by working with department directors and supervisors to obtain required documentation to include employee evaluations, requests for extension, etc. and process payroll change forms accordingly.
- Assists in designing, evaluating, and modifying benefits policies to ensure that programs are current, competitive and in compliance with legal requirements.
- Assist in analyzing compensation policies, government regulations, and prevailing wages to develop competitive compensation plans.
- Assists in the preparation and distribution of written and verbal information to inform employees of benefits, compensation, and personnel policies.
- Assists in the design and development of tools to assist employees in benefits selection.
- Assists in preparing detailed job descriptions and classification systems and define job levels and families, in partnership with other managers.
- Assists the HR department with employee related events.
- Communicates regularly with the Risk Manager on injury reports filed to ensure that HR is kept informed on all Workers’ Compensation claims as appropriate. May assist with obtaining additional information needed to process and manage claims.
- Responsible for coordination of career fairs, booths, tours, and disbursement of information about Taos County and employment opportunities.
- Develops, posts and advertises position vacancy announcements; assures proper internal and external distribution of recruiting announcements; responds to public inquiries.
- Accepts and screens applications for accuracy and ensures that all necessary information is completed; establishes or certifies qualification matrix of eligible applicants.
- Prepare and issue invitations for interview; prepares packets for interviews; prepares correspondence related to the interview and selection process.
- Participate in screening interviews and acts as a facilitator of interview selection panels.
- Reviews and calculates interview matrix and prepares recommendation for hire documentation as well as correspondence for all applicants and obtains necessary approvals to move the hiring process forward in a timely and efficient manner.
- Performs orientations for new hires and processes all new hire paperwork to include entry of employee information into the benefits system.
- May assist in the open enrollment process for employee benefits; may assist in making benefit presentations and conducting employee benefit orientations.
- Assists with County Employee Benefits administration; coordinates employee enrollment into various insurances and supplemental insurances, assures accuracy of application information. Assists employee in the completion of enrollment documents; acts as liaison between County and various insurance providers.
- Coordinates with other departments and/or outside agencies to schedule applicants for testing as required.
- Schedules and monitors results of post-offer medical examinations and/or drug testing in accordance with Taos County policies and procedures.
- When all tasks are complete, seek other assignments in HR.
- Performs a variety of internet research functions and uses word processing and presentation software.
- Verifies employment by following department protocol for releasing employee information to financial institutions and other legitimate institutions seeking employment verification.
- Assists in the employment processing of new hires.
- Ensures that records regarding human resources administrative functions are prepared timely and accurately and organized/maintained in accordance with Taos County and record-keeping standards and in compliance with the Records Retention Act.
- Complies with all applicable HR and employment-related laws, regulations, professional standards, and Taos County policies and procedures.
- Prepares and/or participates in the human resources department and related program/services budgeting process as needed.
- Conducts all business in accordance with Taos County policies and procedures, state and federal laws; interprets and explains for internal and external customers.
- Reports any HR-related issues or problems immediately to the Human Resources Director and/or Human Resources Supervisor.
- Maintains an audit trail of HR and employment-related documents and records in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations.
- May assist in preparing and entering department timesheet for processing.
- May assist in preparing requisitions, vouchers, budget management documents, etc.; obtaining quotes and placing orders for office supplies and equipment.
- Performs general clerical and secretarial duties as needed to increase the efficiency of department functions.
- General Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works collaboratively, cooperatively, and in coordination with fellow team members and with others in the organization, treats them with respect, courtesy and consideration, and shows understanding and the appropriate support of other team members to help get the job done.
- Provides assistance, information, guidance and resources to diverse groups of customers, clients and others outside of the organization; treats them in a friendly manner with professionalism, helpfulness, respect, courtesy and consideration at all times regardless of circumstances.
- Maintains regular, dependable attendance and punctuality, and physical presence at the assigned worksite; must interact directly with people at the worksite on a regular basis.
- Complies with and actively supports all applicable workplace environmental health and safety policies, work rules, and practices, giving maximum effort to performing job functions in a manner that protects the health and safety of the employee, co-workers, and the general public.
- The incumbent in this position may have access to sensitive and proprietary company data, personal client/customer data, personal employee data, and other sensitive information, and an essential job duty is the maintenance of strict confidentiality of such information in accordance with Taos County policy, and federal/state/local laws and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, FACTA, etc.).
- Performs other duties as assigned and which are deemed necessary or desirable by Taos County.
As a requirement of their employment, all Taos County employees are expected and required to support and demonstrate Taos County’s core values and behaviors, and to perform the essential functions and elements of this position competently. Employees are expected to demonstrate these values and behaviors through their behavior and performance throughout the course of the introductory period of employment and continuing throughout employment with Taos County. The values, behaviors, and competencies that need to be demonstrated by all Taos County employees include but are not limited to:
- Quality/Compliance: Achieving a standard of excellence with our work processes and outcomes, honoring Taos County policies and all regulatory requirements.
- Customer/Client focus: Striving for high external and internal customer/client satisfaction, going out of our way to be helpful and pleasant, making it as easy as possible on the customer/client, rather than on self, department, or organization.
- Clear Communication: Expresses oneself clearly and effectively when speaking and writing to individuals and groups; listens attentively and ensures all parties involved understand communication; responds in a timely manner using appropriate communication methods.
- Interpersonal Skills: Interacts effectively with others using discretion, empathy and self-regulation when working toward resolution of divergent interests; recognizes and appreciates the quirky or unusual traits of others.
- Professional Expertise: Achieves a proficient level of ability or knowledge in job-related areas; continues to grow with the changing requirements of the job.
- Adaptability: Adjusts to changing circumstances by altering attitudes and behaviors; displays resilience and flexibility in response to setbacks and stressful situations with energy and optimism.
- Collegiality: Being helpful, respectful, approachable, and team oriented, building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
- Initiative: Takes action to influence events, generate ideas for improvement, takes advantage of opportunities, and does not wait to be told what to do next.
- Efficiency and Continuous Improvement: Planning ahead, managing time well, being on time, being cost conscious, thinking of better ways to do things
- Coachability: Being receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement in personal and professional growth & development, performance, and productivity.
- Team Player: able to work collaboratively with others in the organization, and to work well with diverse groups of people and gain and maintain of respect of others, both inside and outside Taos County.
- Decision Making: Uses sound judgment to make good decisions based on information gathered and considers all pertinent facts and alternatives before deciding. Commits to decision.
- Performance Standards: Sets and maintains high performance standards. Pays close attention to detail, accuracy and completeness and follows up on work outputs.
- Problem-Solving: Analyzes problem by gathering and organizing all relevant information. Identifies cause and effect relationships and comes up with best solution.
- Integrity: Shares complete and accurate information. Maintains confidentiality and meets own commitments and adheres to organizational policies and procedures.
- Motivation: Displays energy and enthusiasm, commits additional effort, and maintains a high level of productivity and self-direction.
Fair Labor Standards Act Provisions:
This position is non-exempt under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is subject to the organization’s policies and procedures pertaining to overtime hours.
Independence of Action; Supervision Received:
The Human Resources Generalist works under general supervision of the Human Resources Director and Human Resources Supervisor. Employee works alone on routine work and checks with supervisor only when in doubt. Production generally precedes a check on the quality control. Established methods and procedures are clearly established, and general instructions provided.
Supervision Exercised:
The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for own work and has no supervisory authority or responsibility; although the Human Resources Generalist may be responsible for organizing and reviewing the work of volunteers or others working on special projects s/he is overseeing that are assigned by the position’s supervisor.
Internal:
Coordination and Cooperation with Internal and External Parties:
Responds to requests for information from the Human Resources Director and/or Human Resources Supervisor; and works with other department staff on issues and special projects that may have a moderate impact on provision of Taos County’s programs and services.
External:
Employee has a minimal amount of independent contact with external parties. Under direction of the Human Resources Director and/or Human Resources Supervisor, may work with external vendors, applicants, agencies, and others to provide accurate services.
General:
V. POSITION AUTHORITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Position has moderate level of line responsibility and moderate authority to make independent decisions over an assigned function. A person in this position regularly takes responsibility for a key operation or function due to their level of accountability.
Budgetary/Financial Authority And Accountability:
Position has low to no level of accountability for budgetary or financial decisions, and decisions will have a low level of impact on resource utilization within Taos County. Not responsible for impact on an operating budget for the Department.
Equipment/Asset/Material Authority And Accountability:
Position has a low level responsibility for equipment & other assets, materials, and supplies; proper utilization is required plus accountability for first-level maintenance may be required.
Vi. Position Qualifications And Requirements:
As a requirement of their employment, all Taos County employees are expected and required to perform the essential functions and elements of this position competently, demonstrating adequate progress throughout the course of the training and introductory period of employment and continuing throughout employment with Taos County. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required:
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence).
- Some college course work in Administrative Office Assistant, Business, Human Resources Management or a relative field of study.
- One (1) year of experience; human resources, customer service or administrative support.
- An Associate’s Degree in business administration or human resources is highly preferred.
- Certificate in business, human resources, or directly related discipline from a recognized accredited educational institution.
- Professional certification from the Society for Human Resource Management, or equivalent.
- Three (3) years of work experience in human resources administration.
- Additional education or professional training may substitute for experience requirement.
Language Requirements:
Ability to read and write English in order to understand and interpret written procedures and technical manuals. This includes the ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms and to effectively present information and respond to questions from vendors, contractors, supervisors, co-workers, residents, and city/county agencies.
Preferred:
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)
Certification, Licenses And Registrations:
- Must have (or obtain within 3-months from the date of hire) and maintain a current, valid State of New Mexico driver’s license; must have and maintain a Taos County-insurable driving record.
- Preferred certification from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) or equivalent.
- Must successfully complete all Taos County-required safety and other training within required timeframes
- Must successfully pass and maintain training certification in all state, Taos County, and/or other training requirements of the position and job assignment.
- Additional training requirements for this position may be mandated by Taos County.
- Standard office equipment and software, including desktop computer, and standard MS-Office applications or equivalent
- Must be able to operate a company vehicle
- In accordance with the conditional offer of employment, individual must pass drug screen, and other required background investigations.
- Additional drug screening and background investigations may be required depending on the job assignment, regulatory or policy requirements, job transfer, or in accordance with Taos County’s Drug-Free Workplace policy.
The physical and mental demands, and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Physical Effort And Demand:
- Little to no physical demand is required to perform the work; an employee in this position frequently sits at a desk or workstation.
- Must have visual acuity and manual dexterity to perform timely and accurate data entry;
- Must be able to make individual, small group, and large group presentations as required by position
- Must effectively convey ideas, images and goals to diverse group of personalities.
- Effective performance requires continual thinking and attention to work/detail demanded by the essential functions of the job.
- Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect pertinent data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and initiate appropriate course of action.
- Must be able to work non-standard work hours occasionally, as required to fulfill job responsibilities.
- Little to no hazardous conditions exist in the work environment. The work environment is pleasant; only minimal negative physical factors exist.
- Moderate amount of negative psychological factors; these factors must be addressed and considered in the performance of duties and have minimal potential for a negative impact on job employees.
- This position is not classified by Taos County as “safety-sensitive.”
- Employees are required to be in compliance with Taos County’s policy on current influenza and other vaccination requirements for employees.
Category Full Time Status Open Posted July 16, 2026 11:25 AM Closing Open Until Filled Attached Files Taos County Employment Application (PDF)
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Safety-Sensitive Position Designation:
- This position is not classified by Taos County as “safety-sensitive.”
- Employees are required to be in compliance with Taos County’s policy on current influenza and other vaccination requirements for employees.
Category Full Time Status Open Posted July 16, 2026 11:25 AM Closing Open Until Filled Attached Files Taos County Employment Application (PDF)
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Safety-Sensitive Position Designation:
- This position is not classified by Taos County as “safety-sensitive.”
- Employees are required to be in compliance with Taos County’s policy on current influenza and other vaccination requirements for employees.