Joseph Almaguer has worked for NMSU since October 2018. He is the human resources coordinator for NMSU Athletics. In this position, Almaguer works with coaches and administration to hire the best individuals for the Athletics department, including coaches, interns and students. He also assists the department by supporting staff with this knowledge of payroll, university policy/procedures and HR process improvements. He is also the records custodian for the department and fulfills all IPRA requests.
Almaguer served as the chair of NMSU's Employee Council through March 2022. The council is an advisory body to the chancellor and president regarding all matters affecting NMSU employees. The council works closely with university administration to promote and support the mission and vision of NMSU.
“I enjoy the community NMSU has built. NMSU's ability to create a community within a diverse population is something I am proud to be part of,” Almaguer said. “I also appreciate working in an environment that is supportive of personal growth. I am thankful to be an Aggie.”