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

Requisition ID: req34816

Working Title:
Operations Specialist

Position Grade:
11

Position Summary:
The UNM School of Medicine Research Office (SOMRO) isseeking a professional, detail-oriented Operations Specialist who enjoys afast-paced challenging work environment. The selected candidate will work in acomplex, multi-faceted environment that includes the administrative andacademic offices of the SOM Research Group. The Operations Specialist willsupport new strategic initiatives, develop services and facilitate processesfor the SOM research community.

The Operations Specialist is responsible for:

• Design and coordinate the development, implementation, andexecution of new services and operating processes to include data tracking,data management and reporting, special projects, and other initiatives designedto achieve the overall mission and strategic goals of SOMRO.
• Provide day-to-day problem solving as necessary forservice-related needs and issues.
• Serve as a primary liaison for the SOM research community byinterfacing with the Sr. Associate Dean for Research, SOM leadership, faculty,staff and trainees, SOM committees, HSC Committees, University committees, andexternal agencies as necessary.
• Facilitate opportunities to engage the SOMresearch community to ensure maximum participation in all provided services.
• Plan, develop, and implement strategies for identifying andgenerating resource opportunities for the SOM Research Community.
• Create, produce, and deliver a range of promotional,educational, and informational presentations, and/or resource materials relatedto the new services/resources as they become available.
• Develop operating goals and objectives for each new service;implement and administer methods and procedures to enhance operations, asappropriate.

See the Position Description for additional information.
Campus:
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - 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:
SR ASSOC DEANS OFFICE (731A)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Regular - Full-Time
Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $3,802.93 - $5,097.73

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:
10/29/2025

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 PROVIDE: Cover letter, Resume and 3 supervisory references. Please indicate in cover letter how you fulfill both minimum and preferred qualifications.Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED; at least 7 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: • Experience in communicating complex information effectively (written/verbal form) to a variety of audiences, including university and external constituents

• Experience overseeing multiple, complex tasks and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience conducting all phases of the program planning and execution process (e.g. enrollment and recruitment of participants, student advisement, program assessment, and reporting).

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with individuals at multiple levels, in diverse roles, and with diverse perspectives.

• Experience working with diverse populations.

• Experience with grant-related programs and projects.

• Knowledge of UNM software applications (Banner, MyReports, LoboMart, Chrome River, HR Reports, LoboWeb).

• Experience with UNM purchasing requirements, and PCard policies and procedures.

• MS Office suite proficiency: Excel, Access, Word, Power Point.

• Event planning-organization/catering. For small to large (100+) groups

• Experience in making travel arrangements

• Experience in electronic travel reimbursement