Human Resources Assistant

Human Resources Assistant

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Main Campus - Portales, NM

Job Type

Full time permanent

Job Number

2026-00098

Department

Presidents Office

Division

Human Resources

Opening Date

06/03/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Position Overview

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, provides a variety of administrative services for the University in support of the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for operational and technical personnel duties to include, but not limited to:

• Process paperwork for new employees, including I-9 compliance
• Computer entry and file maintenance
• Assist with NEOGOV database, including but not limited to routing applications
• Process and manage workers' compensation program and OSHA reporting requirements
• Welcome and provide guidance to employees and the public regarding personnel matters, including the interpretation of general HR policies and procedures
• Assist with new employee orientation for customers
• Update and maintain HR Portal forms
• Responsible for the maintenance of confidential personnel files
• Maintain computer employee data information
• Answer telephones and provide accurate information to callers
• Conduct employment verifications
• Assist with various personnel projects, including but not limited to leave administration and timesheets
• Establish and maintain various reports and documents to provide current personnel information
• Responsible for the maintenance of HR archived files
• May supervise and train student employees
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Job Requirements:

A high school diploma or equivalent certificate, along with a minimum of two years of related experience, is required. Experience in higher education, human resources, or a related field is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work with sensitive information and to maintain high standards of confidentiality at all times
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to perform routine and moderately complex clerical tasks rapidly and accurately
• Knowledge of computer-based programs to include experience with database queries and report writing, HRIS entry, maintenance, and Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of procedures and regulations established, and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Knowledge of Worker's Compensation state regulations and processes preferred
• Knowledge of general payroll principles and methods

Working Conditions

Physical Demand and Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily sedentary in nature that at times requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a consistent amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• This position is based on the main campus in Portales and typically follows a Monday through Friday 8-5 schedule, with occasional local travel to a nearby archive storage facility.

Essential Functions: [As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, minimum job requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities, physical demands, and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.]

Additional Information

Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:

Required Documents:

Letter of Interest

Contact information for three references (blind or off list reference checks may be conducted on finalists

Please ensure that you attach all required documents even if you have applied for other positions at ENMU as the committee does not have access to those records.

Equal Employment Opportunity /Title IX/IPRA. Eastern New Mexico University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (575) 562-2115. New Mexico is an open records state; therefore, ENMU complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Any concerns regarding sex discrimination should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at either titleix.coordinator@enmu.eu, (575) 562-2235, or Curry Hall Office 127, 1500 S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130. Requests for inspection of public records should be sent to planning.analysis@enmu.edu . For any other inquiries, please contact Human Resources at (575) 562-2115 or e-mail ENMU.HRrecruiter@enmu.edu .

Insurance

Insurance for Eastern New Mexico University is offered through the New Mexico Public Schools Insurance Authority. High coverage and low coverage options are offered for medical and dental insurance so employees can choose the plan that's right for them.

• Health insurance is offered through both Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico and the Presbyterian Health Plan
• Dental insurance is offered through United Concordia, Delta Dental , and Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental
• Vision insurance is offered through Davis Vision.
• Life insurance is offered through Standard Life Insurance Company and UNUM Life Insurance Company.
• Life insurance is offered through Standard Life Insurance Company and UNUM Life Insurance Company.

Retirement

Eastern New Mexico University participates with the New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB), Social Security, and Medicare.

The University also offers supplemental retirement plans. 403b and 457b plans are available through TIAA/CREF, AIG VALIC, Roth 403b and 457b plans are also available through TIAA/CREF.

Paid Time OffDuring the first year of service, full time non-exempt (hourly) employees accrue 7 hours of annual leave and 7 hours of medical leave per month. During the second year of service, full time non-exempt employees accrue 10 hours of annual leave and 10 hours of medical leave per month. During the third and subsequent years of service, full time non-exempt employees accrue 14.66 hours of annual leave and 14 hours of medical leave per month.

Employees must work for the University for three months before they are eligible to use annual leave. Temporary employees do not accrue leave.

Employee Educational Assistance Plan

Eastern New Mexico University offers a tuition waiver for regular employees and retirees. This program waives the tuition for three courses (up to nine credit hours) per semester. Employees spouses or children may be eligible to use the tuition waiver during any semester that it is not being used by the employee.

Employer Eastern New Mexico University

Address 1500 S. Ave. K, Station 21

Portales, New Mexico, 88130

Phone 575-562-2115

Website http://www.enmu.edu