Admin Assistant

Admin Assistant 2

Requisition : req
35152

Working Title
:
Admin Assistant 2

Position Grade
: 07

Campus
:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department
:
Computer Science (650A)

Employment Type
:
Staff

Staff Type
:
Regular - Full-Time

Status
:
Non-Exempt

Pay
:
Hourly: $17.39 - $22.07

The Department of Computer Science inthe School of Engineering at The University of New Mexico is seeking a highly motivated, reliable, dependable, and personable individual with excellent customer service skills to join our dynamic team as an Administrative Assistant
2.

Computer Science is a highly research-active academic department, and we are looking for someone who thrivesin a fast-paced environment, has a strong attention to detail, and enjoys assisting others. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, reliable, and resourceful, with a commitment to supporting faculty, staff, students, and visitors in a professional and welcoming manner.

This position requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, a strong sense of organization, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. The successful candidate will contribute to the smoothday-to-day operations of the department by providing administrative support,coordinating office activities, assisting with events, and serving as a primary point of contact for visitors and inquiries.

See the Position Description for additional information.

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• 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.

High school diploma or GED; at least 3 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.

• Experience preparing a range of administrative documents such as timekeeping, scheduling, purchasing, and shipping/receiving.
• Experience supporting administration such as answering the main phone line, making copies and scanning as needed, and sorting mail/packages.
• Ability to multi-task, i.e. assist faculty, staff and students in various tasks or answer inquiries, sometimes simultaneously.
• Employee time entry experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of circumstances to arrive at a common understanding.
• Ability to maintain confidential information (FERPA, HR).

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.

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.

Yes

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Cover letter, resume, and three professional references. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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.

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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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

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