Operations Manager at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req35943

Working Title:
Operations Manager

Position Grade:
13

Position Summary:
The Admissions Office is lookingfor an Operations Manager to lead and manage a multifaceted admissions operationsteam. This person will oversee several areas of operations and manage a team ofAdmissions Office staff consisting of varied job positions, grade levels, andskills. This position requires strong organizational skills as well asanalytical and problem-solving skills. A positive outlook, and the ability tomotivate staff during peak processing times while still meeting tightturnaround processing deadlines is a key component to the success of thisposition. The Operations Manager often interacts with staff, students, andparents/families of applicants. Strongverbal and written communication skills are essential for success in thisposition, and professional appearance and demeanor are required.
See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment:

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• If located at the UNM Children's Campus, successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) fingerprint background check, and a continued successful status will be verified by periodic future background checks.

Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

Department:
Admissions Office (085A)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Term - Full-Time
Term End Date:
06/30/2026

Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $4,875.87 - $5,479.17

Benefits Eligible:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement:
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required:
Yes
For Best Consideration Date:
2/27/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Attach resume, cover letter, and three prior supervisor references.Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED; at least 2 years of experience managing at least one of the following functional areas: fiscal services, administration and/or human resources AND 3 years of additional 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:

• Prior experience as a supervisor ormanager
• Experience working at a universityor in a higher education environment
• Experience working with EllucianBanner