Program Manager- Continuing Education

Program Manager

The Program Manager for Continuing Education is responsible for overseeing the administration, coordination, and strategic growth of the UNM–Los Alamos Continuing Education Program. This position ensures the sustainability and alignment of Continuing education and workforce development efforts with campus goals, while managing daily program operations, instructional support, compliance, and community engagement. The Program Manager plays a critical role in revitalizing the Continuing Education Program following its temporary pause due to staffing shortages.

See the Position Description for additional information.

High school diploma or GED; at least 6 years of experience, 2 of which are management level 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.

• Previous experience with grant management and federal compliance
• Experience in higher education, adult education, continuing education, or workforce training program administration.
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with community organizations, employers, and on campus staff and faculty members

Campus:
Los Alamos

Department:
Los Alamos Branch

Employment Type:

Staff

Staff Type:
Regular - Full-Time

Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $4,236.27 - $5,950.53

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 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: 1/12/2026

Eligible for Remote Work:
Yes

Eligible for Remote Work Statement:
Subject to a hybrid work schedule at the discretion of the 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 include the following in your application:
1. Cover Letter
2. Updated Resume
3. Three Professional References

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 the University of New Mexico university policies site.

Refer to the university policies site for a definition of Regular Staff.