Human Resources Specialist Job in Las Cruces, NM

Vacancy No. 25-03 Department U.S. Courts
Salary $58,641.00 to $73,317.00 Grade 27 to 27
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 12/6/2024 Close Date 3/6/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Las Cruces, NM


Summary

The Human Resources Specialist works directly with employees, the Executive Team, benefits providers and the Administrative Offices of the U.S. Courts. Excellent time management, organizational, communication and critical thinking skills required.

Duties

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

  • Administer, manage and provide assistance to employees in all areas of federal benefits, including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, and retirement.
  • Administer the Worker's Compensation (OWCP) program. Work with employees to ensure timely submission of all documentation to the OWCP and enter quarterly Continuation of Pay (COP) reports.
  • Administer the performance management system regarding employee due dates for promotions, performance evaluations and increases. Process and review personnel and payroll actions such as: change of address, leave without pay (LWOP), direct deposit, W-4 changes, appointments, promotions, and separations.
  • Conduct job analyses and work measurement studies. Develop and update position descriptions and prepare job vacancy announcements as required.
  • Responsible for the advertisement of job vacancies.
  • Manage the employee recognition program and inventory.
  • Review, update and/or develop agency policies and internal controls as needed.
  • Conduct all aspects of new hire recruitment, orientation and on-boarding.
  • Provide assistance and guidance with personnel issues.
  • Develop internal training programs for staff in human resources.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible to work in the United States.
  • Applicants must undergo and clear an NCIC check, background investigation, financial and fingerprint checks.
  • Applicants must not use illegal drugs or abuse alcohol or prescription drugs.
  • Applicants must be able to travel to divisional offices in New Mexico for periodic work assignments as required.
  • Applicants must maintain confidentiality and practice a good work ethic; possess good multi-tasking management skills; have very strong interpersonal/verbal and written communication skills; be a team player; and be flexible in a changing environment.
  • Employees are required to adhere to a Code of Ethics and Conduct which is available for applicants review upon request.

Qualifications

Required:
Bachelor's degree in a related field such as: human resources, business or public administration plus two full years of specialized experience in the functional areas of personnel management and administration such as classification, staffing, training, employee relations, internal controls and policy development that provide knowledge of the rules, regulations, and terminology in personnel administration.

Preferred Qualifications: Specialized experience in Federal Benefits management.

The successful applicant must possess good multi-tasking management skills, have very strong interpersonal/verbal and written communication skills. The applicant must be a team player and flexible in a changing environment. Attention to detail is critical.

This position must undergo a Department of Justice federal background investigation. Appointment will be classified as "provisional" pending the successful completion of the required background investigation. Additionally, incumbent will undergo updated background reinvestigations every five years.

Only the most qualified applicants will be contacted, tested and/or interviewed.

Financial and background check outcomes must be favorable. Financial rating must be in good standing, devoid of late payments and collections.

Education

All applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and have graduated in good standing.

Additional information

  • The United States Probation and Pretrial Services Office serves a diverse community and is a strong supporter of inclusion and staff diversity.
  • The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement or to withdraw the job announcement, either of which may occur without any prior written notice. This job announcement may involve filling more than one position described herein. If a subsequent vacancy of the same position becomes available within 90-days of the vacancy close date or date filled (whichever is the most recent), the Chief United States Probation Officer has the discretion to select a candidate from the original qualified applicant pool. This position may also be assigned to a different unit other than the one posted, dependent upon the needs of the District.
  • Due to the volume of applications received, the United States Probation office will only communicate to those individuals who will be tested and/or interviewed for open positions.
  • Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants who submit a complete application packet, meet educational and specialized experience qualifications will be considered.

Required Documents

Letter of interest, chronological resume, copy most recent performance evaluation, AO 78 Application for Judicial Employment and copy of official college transcripts.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, qualified applicants must submit a complete application packet which includes:

  • Letter of Interest;
  • Chronological Resume;
  • Copy of official college transcripts;
  • Copy of most recent performance evaluation; and
  • AO 78, Application for Judicial Employment, found at the following link: https://www.nmpp.uscourts.gov/career-opportunities.
Any incomplete packet will result in disqualification. All application documents must be emailed in one PDF only and sent to: uspojobs@nmp.uscourts.gov.

Ron Travers
Chief U.S. Probation Officer
333 Lomas Blvd. NW, Suite 170
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
Attn: Lisa A. Errico, Human Resources Supervisor

Agency contact information

Human Resources Manager
Address
US Probation and Pretrial Services, District of NM
333 Lomas Blvd, NW
Ste 170
Albuquerque, NM 87102
US
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Next steps

Only best qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews.


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