Senior Human Resource Generalist - Payroll (HCA/ASD #10118258)

Posting Details

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Our Vision

Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system.

Our Mission

We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services.

Our Goals

Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce.

Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives.

Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information.

Build the best team in state government by supporting employees continuous growth and wellness.

Why does the job exist?

The Senior Human Resource Generalist - Payroll will:

Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant administration of payroll transactions for more than 2,000 Health Care Authority (HCA) employees;

Serve as a key resource for employees and management by providing payroll support, maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations, and ensuring payroll deadlines established by the Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) are met.

How does it get done?

The Senior Human Resource Generalist - Payroll is responsible for:

Providing assistance and guidance as a Payroll Specialist to Health Care Authority (HCA) management and employees in the entry and processing of payroll related items in a timely, accurate and efficient manner while working in a team environment;

Working with Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) Central Payroll ensuring all deadlines for all payroll processing are met.

Who are the customers?

Health Care Authority (HCA) management and employees;

Department of Finance and Administration (DFA).

Ideal Candidate

Health Care Authority (HCA) management and employees;

Department of Finance and Administration (DFA).

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in any field and one (1) year of experience in human resource operations; recruitment, selection, payroll, compensation and benefits administration, labor relations, investigations, HR-related training experience, and/or occupational analysis. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling five (5) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Must obtain a Defensive driving certification.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), extensive personal computer and phone usage with extended periods of sitting. Must be able to lift 25lbs.

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Agency Contact Information: Jolene Jaffa, (505) 690-9920. Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.