Executive Assistant in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Requisition ID: req37816

Working Title:
Executive Assistant

Position Grade:
13

Position Summary:
**This is a temporary position**

The UNM Arcoris Center and UNM Division for Change and Empowerment (DiCE) are seeking a motivated, dynamic, detail-oriented individual to join the team as [Temporary] Administrative Assistant 2. The successful candidate will coordinate, oversee and/or perform a wide variety of administrative support activities on behalf of the Arcoris Center and DiCE.

• Serves as primary point of operational and administrative contact for internal and external constituencies. Assists in the supervision of student staff including time entry.

• Provides office and staff support services, and participates in the coordination, supervision, and completion of special projects and/or events. May serve on a variety of committees in a support capacity.

• Coordinates maintenance of Arcoris Center calendar, as well as assists Arcoris Center leadership with scheduling, time permitting.

• Plans, coordinates, and revises written communications, including material for publication in newsletters, newspapers, magazines, or websites.

• Monitors student staff time and enters time sheets for Arcoris Center, working with financial aid and student employment to verify work-study status.

• Holds secondary PCard for office to be used to coordinate travel and purchases for office as needed.

• Takes minutes at Arcoris Center-led meetings and prepare summaries for team.

• Works with the team to plan and deliver Arcoris Center and DiCE events.

See the Position Description for additional information.
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:
Division for Change and Empowerment (289A)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Temporary - Full-Time
Term End Date:
12/18/2026

Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $4,277.87 - $6,009.47

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:
9/9/2026

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.
Please attach updated resume and attach at least three professional 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: Preferred Qualifications:

• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to contribute to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.
• Willingness to engage in cultural humility and culturally sustaining practices at UNM
• Willing to adapt to the academic environment and standard operating procedures; and experience in working within university communities in a respectful manner
• Comfortable with accepting constructive criticism and direction from supervisors
• Communications & marketing skills and experience
• Strong administrative, office management, and event planning skills
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practices to assist those either in crisis or seeking confidential advocacy