Operations Admin Assistant Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM

Admin Assistant 3
Requisition ID
req37905
Working Title
Admin Assistant 3 (EMSS)
Position Grade
08
Position Summary
The University of New Mexico-Valencia Campus is seeking an AdministrativeAssistant 3 to support the Enrollment Management and Student Success (EMSS)Division. Reporting to the Director, this position provides advancedadministrative & operational support for a multifaceted divisionresponsible for enrollment and student success services. It serves as a centraladministrative liaison for the division & coordinates a variety of fiscal,personnel, project, reporting, scheduling, records-management, &event-related activities. Position assists with administrative problem solving,monitors and reconciles expenditures, coordinates division projects andoperational commitments, prepares reports and correspondence, supports staffrecruitment processes, and works collaboratively with students, faculty, staff,schools, community partners, and other University departments. The successfulcandidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, confidentiality, attentionto detail, sound judgment, and ability to manage priorities in astudent-centered environment.
Located about 30 miles south of Albuquerque in rural Valencia County, TheUniversity of New Mexico-Valencia Campus is a two-year branch campus of TheUniversity of New Mexico which functions as a community college in the regionand is designated a Hispanic Serving Institution. With an emphasis onteaching excellence, Valencia Campus offers academic transfer programs,technical programs, Adult Education, and Dual Credit courses to high schools inValencia and Socorro Counties. The faculty and staff serve a student bodyof over 2,000 students per semester.
UNM offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental and visioninsurance, retirement plans, paid time off, professional development, wellnessprograms, as well as tuition remission. We foster a work-life balancethrough our employee wellness programs, paid parental leave and more. UNMhas earned the platinum-level distinction from FamilyFriendlyNM.org for itsworkplace policies.
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

• Associate degree or higher in Business or related field
• Spanish/English bilingual
• Experience with Banner or a similar software/platform
• Experience with purchasing software such as Chrome River or similar platform
• Intermediate to advanced skill level using Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook
• Administrative/Customer service experience in an educational environment
• Experience with electroniccalendaring and scheduling

Additional Requirements
Campus
Valencia
Department
Valencia Branch
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status
Non-Exempt
Pay
Hourly: $18.27 - $23.50
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
9/24/2026
Eligible for Hiring Incentive
No
Eligible for Remote Work
No
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
This is an on-campus position.
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 a cover letter, resume, and three professional references.
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.