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New grad people operations generalist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on HR coursework can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings mix on-site and remote settings across Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Manufacturing, with employers like Jobot, Koch, and Canonical hiring at this level now.
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The EXOT Generalist is responsible for coordinating participant activities within the EXOT programs and ensuring the accurate entry, maintenance, and processing of participant and employee data in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS). This position serves as the primary point of contact for participant enrollment, documentation tracking, onboarding records, status changes, and termination processing. The coordinator supports program operations by maintaining accurate records, monitoring participant progress, and ensuring compliance with organizational and program requirements.
Interviews for this position will be conducted within 10 days of this job posting closure.
Background check is required for this position.
NMDWS participates in E-Verify
Why does the job exist?
The purpose of this position is to provide a clear administrative bridge between the EXOT program and Human Resources operations. Rather than focusing on recruiting, the role exists to ensure participant records are accurately maintained, employment actions are processed correctly, and program data is complete and compliant.
How does it get done?
Maintaining accurate participant and employee records within the HRIS system.
Supporting the lifecycle of EXOT participants from enrollment through program completion or separation.
Ensuring timely processing of personnel transactions, including participant onboarding and terminations.
Providing reliable data for program reporting, compliance monitoring, audits, and performance measurement.
Reducing administrative burden on program managers, HR staff, and supervisors by centralizing participant and personnel record management.
Supporting program success through accurate documentation, tracking, and coordination.
Travel for this position is required up to 40% of the time.
Who are the customers?
EXOT participants, program managers, Human Resources staff, supervisors, payroll personnel, employer partners, and funding agencies.
Ideal Candidate
EXOT participants, program managers, Human Resources staff, supervisors, payroll personnel, employer partners, and funding agencies.
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 possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Travel for this position is required up to 40% statewide to include overnight stays.
Must pass a background check as condition of employment.
Working Conditions
Office setting with face to face interaction with employees is a must. Sitting for long periods of time viewing computer monitor. Repetitive hand movement. Standing, walking, lifting up to 25 lbs.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Raquel Alirez Email
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.
The EXOT Generalist is responsible for coordinating participant activities within the EXOT programs and ensuring the accurate entry, maintenance, and processing of participant and employee data in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS). This position serves as the primary point of contact for participant enrollment, documentation tracking, onboarding records, status changes, and termination processing. The coordinator supports program operations by maintaining accurate records, monitoring participant progress, and ensuring compliance with organizational and program requirements.
Interviews for this position will be conducted within 10 days of this job posting closure.
Background check is required for this position.
NMDWS participates in E-Verify
Why does the job exist?
The purpose of this position is to provide a clear administrative bridge between the EXOT program and Human Resources operations. Rather than focusing on recruiting, the role exists to ensure participant records are accurately maintained, employment actions are processed correctly, and program data is complete and compliant.
How does it get done?
Maintaining accurate participant and employee records within the HRIS system.
Supporting the lifecycle of EXOT participants from enrollment through program completion or separation.
Ensuring timely processing of personnel transactions, including participant onboarding and terminations.
Providing reliable data for program reporting, compliance monitoring, audits, and performance measurement.
Reducing administrative burden on program managers, HR staff, and supervisors by centralizing participant and personnel record management.
Supporting program success through accurate documentation, tracking, and coordination.
Travel for this position is required up to 40% of the time.
Who are the customers?
EXOT participants, program managers, Human Resources staff, supervisors, payroll personnel, employer partners, and funding agencies.
Ideal Candidate
EXOT participants, program managers, Human Resources staff, supervisors, payroll personnel, employer partners, and funding agencies.
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 possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Travel for this position is required up to 40% statewide to include overnight stays.
Must pass a background check as condition of employment.
Working Conditions
Office setting with face to face interaction with employees is a must. Sitting for long periods of time viewing computer monitor. Repetitive hand movement. Standing, walking, lifting up to 25 lbs.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Raquel Alirez Email
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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Entry Level People Operations Generalist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level people operations generalist job?
Start by gaining exposure through internships, HR assistant roles, or college coursework in human resources, organizational psychology, or business administration. Employers at this level look for candidates who understand core HR functions like onboarding, employee records, and benefits administration. Familiarity with HR information systems and strong communication skills give entry level applicants a clear edge over candidates with no hands-on exposure.
Which companies hire entry level people operations generalists?
Companies hiring entry level people operations generalists right now include Jobot, Koch, and Canonical, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a wide range of employers, including fast-growing startups building out their HR function for the first time and larger organizations with dedicated people operations teams that regularly bring on junior generalists.
Are there remote entry level people operations generalist jobs?
Yes, though many people operations roles at this level are on-site or hybrid due to the hands-on nature of the work. About 22% of entry level people operations generalist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it worth filtering your search by work setting to find the arrangement that fits your situation.
Are these new grad people operations generalist jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior people operations generalist roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or relevant coursework in lieu of full-time history, or explicitly invites candidates with a portfolio of HR projects. Look for language like "entry level," "new grad," or "will train" in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level people operations generalists?
Entry Level people operations generalist roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at the junior level because they maintain large or rapidly growing workforces that require consistent onboarding, compliance support, and employee relations functions that entry level generalists are well positioned to support.