Human Resources Manager

Are you an experienced human resources professional who thrives on organization and on assisting others? Santa Fe Animal Shelter is seeking a Human Resources Manager to maintain and enhance our organization’s human capital by managing employee relations and HR policies, programs, and practices. 

Santa Fe Animal Shelter is the largest animal shelter and care facility in northern New Mexico.  Founded in 1939, our private non-profit organization serves over 10,000 lost, stray, abandoned, or injured animals annually. Santa Fe Animal Shelter’s mission is to: Support Animals, Save Lives, and Spread Compassion.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance,  this position requires the ability to combine tactical execution with strategic vision to support a positive, compliant, and engaging workplace for employees and volunteers.

This is an onsite job located in Santa Fe, NM.  It is not a remote work opportunity.

The Benefits You’ll Enjoy

• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with matching contributions to secure your financial future
• PTO, paid sick leave, and paid bereavement leave to support work-life balance
• Discounts on supplies, vaccinations, and medications for your pets
• And much more!

What You’ll Do:

As the HR Manager, you will be the go-to for day-to-day HR operations, ensuring employees are supported, processes run smoothly, and our culture thrives. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, retention, employee relations, and performance management 
• Oversee payroll processing, reporting, and compliance 
• Administer benefits and support employee programs 
• Maintain employee records, job descriptions, and HR systems 
• Support safety programs and compliance efforts 
• Drive employee engagement and culture initiatives 
• Partner with leadership and support cross-functional communication 
• Update HR policies, handbook, and reporting

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field 
• 3+ years of HR experience 
• Strong knowledge of payroll, benefits, employee relations, and employment law 
• Experience with HRIS/payroll systems and Microsoft Office 
• High level of professionalism and discretion
• Strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills 
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management 
• Sound judgment, problem-solving, and diplomacy 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines 
• Customer service mindset with a focus on employee experience 
• Self-directed and collaborative work style 
• Ability to quickly learn new systems and tools

Bonus Points:

PHR or SHRM-CP Certification preferred.

Bilingual skills (English and Spanish) are also a plus.   

If you believe in leading with compassion, making work feel more human, and building a culture of trust and support—we want to hear from you.

Apply now and help us take care of our greatest asset: our people.