Admin Assistant 1
Requisition ID
req29562
Working Title
Admin Assistant 1
Position Grade
06
Position Summary
The University College Advisement Center (UCAC) seeks to hire a talented individual for our Administrative Assistant 1 position. We are looking for someone who likes to interact with a diverse range of people, including students, staff, faculty, and campus visitors. The ideal candidate cares about accuracy and quality, has great organizational skills, thinks creatively, can problem-solve, is fun, enjoys a challenge and working as a member of a well-functioning advisement group.
The Administrative Assistant 1 will perform a variety of office support duties to ensure efficient operation of front desk and assure that customer needs are met in an effective, timely and cordial manner.
Applicant must provide 3 references with at least 1 being a past or present supervisor.
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.
• 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.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year 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
•Basic knowledge of FERPA and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
•Empathy and active listening when responding to repetitive questions.
•Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
•Experience with in-person, electronic, and phone-based customer service.
•Proficient in Zoom and Microsoft Office Suite including MS Teams.
•Detail oriented, time management and organizational skills are required.
•Dependable and honest and ability to be resourceful and work effectively with a team as well as independently.
Additional Requirements
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
UC Advisement Center (279A)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status
Non-Exempt
Pay
Hourly: $15.60 to $18.26 DOE
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
5/28/2024
Eligible for Remote Work
No
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
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.
Resume/application and Cover Letter required of applicants.
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 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.