Program Manager
Requisition ID
req36439
Working Title
PREP Program Manager
Position Grade
13
Position Summary
The PREP Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the program's budget and administrative operations, including scholar hiring, payroll, purchasing, and travel reimbursements. This role coordinates program activities such as weekly meetings and guest speaker events while providing ongoing academic, professional, and personal support to scholars.
The manager also develops program materials, including brochures and social media content, to support outreach and visibility. In addition, they lead recruitment efforts by organizing and participating in activities such as attending national conferences, including SACNAS and ABRCMS. The position involves maintaining strong connections across a network of scholars, principal investigators, mentors, and guest speakers, as well as arranging professional travel for scholars as needed.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Preferred Qualifications
• Demonstrated skills in student advisement and interaction
• Knowledge of UNM administrative tools and procedures
• Knowledge of UNM culture, Biology and Health Sciences Center and related programs
Additional Requirements
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
AS Biology General Administrative (048F)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Term - Part-Time
Term End Date
1 year from start
Status
Exempt
Pay
Monthly: $3208.40- $3858.40
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
5/1/2026
Eligible for Remote Work
No
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
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 attach resume/cv with application.
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.