Program Coordinator, Institute for American Indian Education in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Program Coordinator
Requisition ID req37613
Working Title Program Coordinator, Institute for American Indian Education
Position Grade 10
Position Summary The College of Education &Human Sciences (COEHS) seeks applicants for a Program Coordinator to supportthe Native American Teacher Preparation Program under the Institute forAmerican Indian Education (IAIE). IAIEs mission is tosupport community intergenerationalwell-being and educational outcomes of Indigenous Peoples by cultivating thequality of educational professionals through community engagement with NativeNations and collaborative partnerships with educational stakeholders.Under the supervision of theDirector of IAIE, this position will perform a variety of administrativesupport, including; fiscal, staff support, and planning activities, some ofwhich require advanced or specialized knowledge and skills, such as budgetadministration and control, equipment, facilities, and inventory management,specialized recordkeeping and database management, and/or specifiedinformation-gathering projects and tasks. This position will coordinate andfacilitates meetings for the NATPP, program functions, and/or special events,as appropriate.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• If this position is assigned to the Athletics Department, either administratively or functionally, compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required.
• 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.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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

• Demonstrate experience working with Indigenous communities in New Mexico.
  
• Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events specifically related to Indigenous serving communities.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
  
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
  
• Ability to interact with students, faculty and/or staff in a team environment.
  
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures.
  
• Knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques.
  
• Ability to gather and analyze statistical data to assist with grant proposal writing and budget building
  
• Must be willing to meet requirements to obtain and use a UNM PCard for NATPP expenses.

Additional Requirements
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department CCRCE Admin (365B)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Term - Part-Time
Term End Date One year from date of hire
Status Non-Exempt
Pay Hourly: $19.76-$26.85
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 9/15/2026
Eligible for Hiring Incentive
Eligible for Remote Work Yes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement Position qualifies for a hybrid schedule after probationary period. At the conclusion of the probationary period, the candidate can discuss a hybrid schedule with the direct supervisor.
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please submit a resume, three professional references and cover/interest letter that explains how your work experience makes you suitable for this position. Applications missing these items may not receive consideration.

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 decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother 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 https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html . Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.