Admin Assistant or

The UNM-Valencia campus is seeking an Admin Assistant. The position will be filled at either a Level 2 or 3, depending upon education and experience. The selected candidate will serve as assistant to the Workforce Training Center (WTC) which is an extension of the University located off I-25 in Los Lunas, NM. Principal duties and responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating and performing a range of operational support activities for the unit
• Answering telephones, assisting visitors/students/clients and resolving and/or referring a range of administrative problems and inquiries
• Operating a personal computer to compose and edit correspondence and a range of administrative documents
• Scheduling and coordinating meetings, events, appointments and/or other similar activities, including coordinating travel and lodging for staff
• Posting, balancing, and monitoring department monthly ledgers, and budgets
• Maintaining and updating files, database, records and/or other documents
• Assisting with basic IT issues (set up of equipment)

Some evening and weekend work may be required to fulfill job duties.

UNM offers a robust benefits package, access to resources, and perks from discounted event tickets to tuition remission. We foster a work-life balance through our employee wellness programs, paid parental leave and more. UNM has earned the platinum-level distinction from FamilyFriendlyNM.org for its workplace policies.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• If this position is assigned to the Athletics Department, either administratively or functionally, compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Admin Asst 2: High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Admin Asst 3: High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• English/Spanish Bilingual
• Associate degree
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated experience managing small projects and/or departments
• Demonstrated experience with customer service
• Demonstrated experience creating paper and digital flyers/signage

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Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.