Department Contact: Marissa Holguin, madoming@nmsu.edu, 575-646-2001

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: The College of Arts & Sciences is seeking qualified applicants for the position of HR Department Liaison. This position serves as the human resources representative for the Dean’s Office and is responsible for coordinating complex HR functions in support of college operations.

Position Details

Position Title: HR Department Liaison

College/Division: Arts and Sciences College

Department: 330000-ARTS AND SCIENCES COLLEGE

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $53,165.80 to Commensurate with qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status: Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Provides guidance and consultation to department heads, faculty, and administrative staff on human resources policies, procedures, and best practices. Develops, coordinates, and delivers training for departmental staff and leadership on college procedures and university policies, including those of New Mexico State University. Ensures departments remain informed about compliance requirements, HR processes, and operational best practices for personnel management. Aids in the monitoring and tracking of college salary budgets to ensure alignment with approved funding and position allocations. Works closely with college leadership and departments to review personnel funding, monitor salary expenditures, and support accurate budget planning related to staffing. Collaborates with Payroll and central Human Resources to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll transactions and personnel actions. Processes and manages HR documentation, including Personnel Action Forms (PAFs). Works with HR Benefit Services to support employee benefits processes, including Workers’ Compensation claims, and assists with the coordination of Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requests. Interprets, applies, and ensures compliance with university policies, state and federal employment laws, and regulatory requirements. Provides authoritative guidance to departments to ensure consistent and compliant HR practices across the college. Independently reviews HR operations and personnel processes, identifies areas for procedural improvement and operational efficiency, and recommends enhancements to strengthen compliance and organizational effectiveness. 

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: 
Associate’s Degree + 4 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree
+ 2 years of relevant experience.

Equivalent Qualifications: 

Preferred Qualifications: 
-Knowledge of Banner, Talent Acquisition System (TAS), NMSU HR policies and procedures
-Demonstrated professionalism and discretion in managing complex and sensitive workplace matters
-Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
-Ability to interpret and apply complex policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
-Experience coordinating multiple priorities and managing high-volume workflows with accuracy and attention to detail
-Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with leadership, faculty, and staff
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-Ability to identify process improvements and implement operational efficiencies
-Ability to work independently while exercising sound professional judgment

Special Certification/Licensure: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.