University of New Mexico
HR Tech – Office of the Medical Investigator
We are a nationally accredited program that supports the State of New Mexico through forensic investigation of deaths. The Office of the Medical Investigator (OMI) is the state’s medical examiner and provides 24/7 services to employees, citizens, and visitors. OMI is a dedicated UNM Health Sciences Department of Pathology program that determines the cause and manner of death in all cases where the cause is unknown.
Job Overview As an HR Tech, you will support the dynamic HR operations of OMI. You will work onsite to manage transactional HR activities, assist with hiring and recruitment, process staffing changes, support reporting, manage records, and perform technical aspects of HR initiatives.
Responsibilities
Process and track staff hiring, onboarding, and terminations.
Assist with HR reporting and data management.
Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HR policies.
Support technical HR initiatives such as database management and analytics.
Provide diplomatic and solutions‑oriented support to the 200‑plus workforce.
Work onsite only on the North Campus Health Sciences Center.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of experience directly related to HR or administrative duties.
Degree from an accredited institution above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Microsoft proficiency.
Experience in HR or administrative settings.
Advanced database management, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
Advanced technical task performance.
Discretion and composure in challenging environments.
Additional Requirements Location: North Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC), Albuquerque, NM. Department: Office of the Medical Investigator (389A). Employment type: Regular – Full‑Time, Staff. Status: Non‑Exempt. Pay: Hourly $19.56 – $26.58. Benefits eligible: This position is benefits eligible. UNM offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition remission, and dependent education programs. Background check required: Yes. ERB statement: Eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE must make mandatory retirement contributions per the New Mexico Education Retirement Act. For Best Consideration Date: 10/20/2025 (position closed). Eligible for Remote Work: No.
Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you view this posting on a 3rd‑party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please provide a cover letter, three professional references, your diploma, and any transcripts.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Veteran Preference Program Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program.
See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
EEO Compliance The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions to successfully pass a pre‑employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
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Job Overview As an HR Tech, you will support the dynamic HR operations of OMI. You will work onsite to manage transactional HR activities, assist with hiring and recruitment, process staffing changes, support reporting, manage records, and perform technical aspects of HR initiatives.
Responsibilities
Process and track staff hiring, onboarding, and terminations.
Assist with HR reporting and data management.
Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HR policies.
Support technical HR initiatives such as database management and analytics.
Provide diplomatic and solutions‑oriented support to the 200‑plus workforce.
Work onsite only on the North Campus Health Sciences Center.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of experience directly related to HR or administrative duties.
Degree from an accredited institution above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Microsoft proficiency.
Experience in HR or administrative settings.
Advanced database management, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
Advanced technical task performance.
Discretion and composure in challenging environments.
Additional Requirements Location: North Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC), Albuquerque, NM. Department: Office of the Medical Investigator (389A). Employment type: Regular – Full‑Time, Staff. Status: Non‑Exempt. Pay: Hourly $19.56 – $26.58. Benefits eligible: This position is benefits eligible. UNM offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition remission, and dependent education programs. Background check required: Yes. ERB statement: Eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE must make mandatory retirement contributions per the New Mexico Education Retirement Act. For Best Consideration Date: 10/20/2025 (position closed). Eligible for Remote Work: No.
Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you view this posting on a 3rd‑party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please provide a cover letter, three professional references, your diploma, and any transcripts.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Veteran Preference Program Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program.
See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
EEO Compliance The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions to successfully pass a pre‑employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
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