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The mission of the New Mexico Film Office is to improve the lives of New Mexicans by growing the entertainment industry opportunities in the state. The NM Film Office is a division of the New Mexico Economic Development Department whose mission is to improve the lives of New Mexico families by increasing economic opportunities and providing a place for businesses to thrive. Our programs and initiatives support this mission by providing direct assistance to businesses and communities across the state, as well as promoting New Mexico globally to attract new jobs and investments.
THIS POSTING MAY BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANTS LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Program Coordinator supports the Senior Program Manager in administering the New Mexico Film Office's (NMFO) statewide programs and performs other duties as assigned.
Programs Supported:
- The Film Crew Advancement Program (FCAP)
- Pre-employment Training Program (PETP)
- Operation Soundstage (OSS)
- The Non-Resident Crew Exception (NRCE)/Giveback program
- The Refundable Tax Credit program
- The NMFO statewide trainings
- The NMFO annual conference
- Other filmmaker workforce initiatives
- The Governor's Council on Film and Media Industries
- Filming in state buildings
The Program Coordinator administers grants for NMFO workforce programs, including the Film Crew Advancement Program (FCAP), Pre-employment Training Program (PETP), and Operation Soundstage (OSS). This is accomplished by processing grant agreements and amendments, coordinating vendor setup with the department, and initiating purchase requests and purchase orders through state procurement procedures. The coordinator monitors grant timelines using Salesforce and Monday.com to ensure compliance and timely execution, maintains accurate, audit-ready participant documentation, and communicates directly with unions to clarify job roles, mentor requirements, and departmental structures.
For the Non-Resident Crew Exception (NRCE)/Giveback program, the coordinator reviews documents submitted by productions against program requirements and guidelines, follows up with productions on missing or incomplete information, and conducts pre-production meetings to explain program expectations.
For the Refundable Tax Credit program, the coordinator processes production project registrations, confirming submissions are complete and accurate, and organizes and maintains registration and application files so records remain current and audit-ready. The coordinator assists productions with tax credit applications, answers questions from productions, production accountants, and incentive representatives about eligibility and requirements, and prepares applications for submission to the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department.
The coordinator provides customer service as a point of contact for productions, crew, industry partners, and the public. Inquiries are handled by phone, email, and in person in a timely and professional manner, directed to the appropriate NMFO staff, state agencies, or resources as needed, followed up to resolution, and tracked to support consistent service and reporting.
To support data and reporting needs, the coordinator maintains and updates Salesforce, Monday.com, and JotForm, entering and reconciling program and participant data so that accurate weekly, quarterly, and annual reports can be produced. The coordinator also maintains a master list of NMFO trainings and participant resumes that can be shared with productions on request, and continues to build expertise in Salesforce (Phases I-III) and in the statutes and guidelines governing NMFO programs.
The coordinator plans, coordinates, and tracks NMFO trainings, the annual conference, and other workforce initiatives by managing logistics, scheduling, venues, and participant registration, and by hosting events. The coordinator also represents NMFO on panels and at job fairs and film festivals as needed.
For filming in state buildings, the coordinator tracks filming requests, reviews paperwork for scouts, tech scouts, and location agreements, and secures electronic signatures promptly. This is done by coordinating with the General Services Department (GSD) to identify the agencies and contacts responsible for requested buildings and serving as the liaison between productions and those agencies.
The coordinator also supports the Governor's Council on Film and Media Industries and works with the Senior Program Manager to review and refine program policies, forms, and procedures by gathering feedback from productions, partners, and participants and monitoring industry trends and workforce needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Associate Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or Accounting and one (1) year of directly related job experience in the areas of office administration, budgeting, purchasing, finance, accounting, auditing, cash management, contract management, and/or in the procedures of business and management principles involved in strategic planning. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling three (3) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must complete a defensive driving certification course and obtain a defensive driving certificate within 30 days of employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed primarily in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminals (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone use. The position may require periods of walking or standing, as well as minor lifting and moving of objects, and the employee must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. Some field work is required, including attendance at industry events that may take place on evenings or weekends. In-state travel may be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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Agency Contact Information: Sainie Atencio, 505-795-3186; Email: sainie.atencio@edd.nm.gov.
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
INTRODUCTION
The mission of the New Mexico Film Office is to improve the lives of New Mexicans by growing the entertainment industry opportunities in the state. The NM Film Office is a division of the New Mexico Economic Development Department whose mission is to improve the lives of New Mexico families by increasing economic opportunities and providing a place for businesses to thrive. Our programs and initiatives support this mission by providing direct assistance to businesses and communities across the state, as well as promoting New Mexico globally to attract new jobs and investments.
THIS POSTING MAY BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANTS LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Program Coordinator supports the Senior Program Manager in administering the New Mexico Film Office's (NMFO) statewide programs and performs other duties as assigned.
Programs Supported:
- The Film Crew Advancement Program (FCAP)
- Pre-employment Training Program (PETP)
- Operation Soundstage (OSS)
- The Non-Resident Crew Exception (NRCE)/Giveback program
- The Refundable Tax Credit program
- The NMFO statewide trainings
- The NMFO annual conference
- Other filmmaker workforce initiatives
- The Governor's Council on Film and Media Industries
- Filming in state buildings
The Program Coordinator administers grants for NMFO workforce programs, including the Film Crew Advancement Program (FCAP), Pre-employment Training Program (PETP), and Operation Soundstage (OSS). This is accomplished by processing grant agreements and amendments, coordinating vendor setup with the department, and initiating purchase requests and purchase orders through state procurement procedures. The coordinator monitors grant timelines using Salesforce and Monday.com to ensure compliance and timely execution, maintains accurate, audit-ready participant documentation, and communicates directly with unions to clarify job roles, mentor requirements, and departmental structures.
For the Non-Resident Crew Exception (NRCE)/Giveback program, the coordinator reviews documents submitted by productions against program requirements and guidelines, follows up with productions on missing or incomplete information, and conducts pre-production meetings to explain program expectations.
For the Refundable Tax Credit program, the coordinator processes production project registrations, confirming submissions are complete and accurate, and organizes and maintains registration and application files so records remain current and audit-ready. The coordinator assists productions with tax credit applications, answers questions from productions, production accountants, and incentive representatives about eligibility and requirements, and prepares applications for submission to the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department.
The coordinator provides customer service as a point of contact for productions, crew, industry partners, and the public. Inquiries are handled by phone, email, and in person in a timely and professional manner, directed to the appropriate NMFO staff, state agencies, or resources as needed, followed up to resolution, and tracked to support consistent service and reporting.
To support data and reporting needs, the coordinator maintains and updates Salesforce, Monday.com, and JotForm, entering and reconciling program and participant data so that accurate weekly, quarterly, and annual reports can be produced. The coordinator also maintains a master list of NMFO trainings and participant resumes that can be shared with productions on request, and continues to build expertise in Salesforce (Phases I-III) and in the statutes and guidelines governing NMFO programs.
The coordinator plans, coordinates, and tracks NMFO trainings, the annual conference, and other workforce initiatives by managing logistics, scheduling, venues, and participant registration, and by hosting events. The coordinator also represents NMFO on panels and at job fairs and film festivals as needed.
For filming in state buildings, the coordinator tracks filming requests, reviews paperwork for scouts, tech scouts, and location agreements, and secures electronic signatures promptly. This is done by coordinating with the General Services Department (GSD) to identify the agencies and contacts responsible for requested buildings and serving as the liaison between productions and those agencies.
The coordinator also supports the Governor's Council on Film and Media Industries and works with the Senior Program Manager to review and refine program policies, forms, and procedures by gathering feedback from productions, partners, and participants and monitoring industry trends and workforce needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Associate Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or Accounting and one (1) year of directly related job experience in the areas of office administration, budgeting, purchasing, finance, accounting, auditing, cash management, contract management, and/or in the procedures of business and management principles involved in strategic planning. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling three (3) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must complete a defensive driving certification course and obtain a defensive driving certificate within 30 days of employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed primarily in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminals (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone use. The position may require periods of walking or standing, as well as minor lifting and moving of objects, and the employee must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. Some field work is required, including attendance at industry events that may take place on evenings or weekends. In-state travel may be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Sainie Atencio, 505-795-3186; Email: sainie.atencio@edd.nm.gov.
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a HR Operations Analyst
Lead with your HR systems experience
Employers hiring HR Operations Analysts prioritize candidates who know HRIS platforms like Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or ADP. Highlight specific systems you've used in coursework, internships, or projects. Concrete system experience makes your application stand out immediately.
Target companies with established HR teams
Mid-size to large employers with dedicated HR departments are far more likely to have OPT sponsorship infrastructure in place. Companies with 500 or more employees typically have legal counsel and processes ready for work authorization support.
Address your OPT timeline proactively
Bring up your authorization dates early in conversations, not at the offer stage. Framing it as a 12-month window with a potential 24-month STEM extension gives hiring managers a concrete picture and reduces hesitation around the process.
Quantify your process improvement work
HR Operations is fundamentally about efficiency. If you've streamlined an onboarding workflow, reduced data entry errors, or improved a reporting process, put numbers to it. Specific metrics demonstrate exactly the operational mindset employers are hiring for.
Verify your degree supports the specialty occupation standard
HR Operations Analyst roles require a direct connection between your degree field and the job duties. A degree in human resources, business, or industrial-organizational psychology maps cleanly. A mismatched degree can complicate H-1B visa sponsorship later, so clarify this early.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship history, not just willingness
During interviews, ask whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas for HR roles specifically, not just in general. Prior sponsorship in your job category signals they understand the process and are genuinely prepared to support your long-term work authorization.
HR Operations Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an HR Operations Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT and H-1B purposes?
Yes, HR Operations Analyst positions generally qualify as specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as human resources, business administration, or organizational psychology. The key is that the job description must clearly require a relevant degree, not just prefer one. If the posting says 'degree preferred,' that can create complications for future H-1B petitions.
Can I use my STEM OPT extension as an HR Operations Analyst?
It depends on your undergraduate or graduate degree program's CIP code. HR and general business degrees typically do not qualify for the STEM OPT extension. However, degrees in management information systems, industrial engineering, or data analytics sometimes do, particularly for analyst roles with a strong data component. Confirm your degree's STEM classification with your DSO before accepting a position.
Where can I find HR Operations Analyst jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by sponsorship openness, so you're not wasting time applying to roles that won't consider your work authorization status. Browsing HR Operations Analyst listings on Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have actively hired OPT and visa-sponsored candidates in the past.
Do I need to disclose my OPT status when applying for HR Operations Analyst roles?
You're not legally required to disclose immigration status on an application, but you will need to confirm work authorization eligibility. Most applications ask whether you're authorized to work in the U.S., to which OPT students can answer yes. It's generally more effective to address your OPT timeline during the interview stage once there's genuine mutual interest.
What should I do if my OPT expires before my employer can file an H-1B petition?
If your OPT ends before the next H-1B cap season, you may be out of status unless your employer qualifies as a cap-exempt institution, such as a university or nonprofit research organization. Some OPT students also pursue alternative visa options like the O-1 visa for demonstrated expertise. Talk to an immigration attorney early in your job search so you understand your options before a gap becomes a crisis.