People Operations Specialist Jobs in New Mexico

People Operations Specialist jobs in New Mexico are open across Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and Alamogordo and other New Mexico metros, with employers like University of New Mexico, New Mexico State University, and Caliber Collision hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles19+
Top employerUniversity of New Mexico
Top cityAlbuquerque, NM
Cities hiring5
Work type95% On-site
Top industryEducation

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CHRISTUS Health
Graduate Medical Education Program Specialist II
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CHRISTUS Health
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Graduate Medical Education Program Specialist II
CHRISTUS Health
Alamogordo, New Mexico
Human Resources
Administrative & Office Support
Healthcare Administration
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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New Mexico State University
Program Specialist Latin American Programs
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New Mexico State University
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Program Specialist Latin American Programs
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$48k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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New Mexico State University
Program Specialist Black Programs
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New Mexico State University
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Program Specialist Black Programs
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Project & Program Management
Program Management
$48k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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New Mexico State University
Program Specialist Asian Pacific Islander Program
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New Mexico State University
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Program Specialist Asian Pacific Islander Program
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Project Management
$48k - $55k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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Vertex Education
Payroll Specialist
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Vertex Education
Added 1w ago
Payroll Specialist
Vertex Education
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Finance
Accounting
Human Resources
On-Site
None
51-200

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People Operations Specialist Jobs by City in New Mexico

Where New Mexico roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Albuquerque
11 jobs
Las Cruces
5 jobs
Alamogordo
1 jobs
San Juan
1 jobs
Santa Fe
1 jobs

People Operations Specialist Job Market in New Mexico

A snapshot from current New Mexico openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • University of New Mexico
    University of New Mexico5
  • New Mexico State University
    New Mexico State University3
  • Caliber Collision
    Caliber Collision2
  • Jobot
    Jobot2
  • State of New Mexico
    State of New Mexico2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education6
  • Healthcare & Medical Services4
  • Government & Public Sector3
  • Staffing & Recruiting2
  • Banking & Financial Services1

What New Mexico Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in people operations specialist jobs across New Mexico.

  • Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, BambooHR, or ADP
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
  • Knowledge of HR compliance, employment law, and workplace policy
  • Proficiency in managing benefits administration and open enrollment cycles
  • Strong written communication skills for policy documentation and employee communications
  • PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred for mid-level and senior positions

People Operations Specialist Jobs in New Mexico: Frequently Asked Questions

How many people operations specialist jobs are there in New Mexico?

There are 19+ people operations specialist openings in New Mexico on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and Alamogordo. New positions post regularly as employers across New Mexico hire.

How much do people operations specialists make in New Mexico?

People operations specialists in New Mexico earn a median of about $68,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,620 for the lowest 10% to over $117,170 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which New Mexico cities have the most people operations specialist jobs?

Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and Alamogordo have the most people operations specialist openings in New Mexico right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire people operations specialists in New Mexico?

Employers hiring people operations specialists in New Mexico include University of New Mexico, New Mexico State University, and Caliber Collision, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote people operations specialist jobs in New Mexico?

Yes. About 5% of people operations specialist openings tied to New Mexico are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Mexico metros.

How do I apply for people operations specialist jobs in New Mexico?

You can apply to people operations specialist jobs in New Mexico directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Mexico location, then apply to each one that fits.

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