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Admin Assistant 3 (EMSS)

University of New Mexico
Hourly: $18.27 - $23.50
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, remote work
United States, New Mexico, Los Lunas
280 La Entrada Rd (Show on map)
Sep 10, 2026
Requisition ID req37905 Working Title Admin Assistant 3 (EMSS) Position Grade 08 Position Summary The University of New Mexico-Valencia Campus is seeking an Administrative Assistant 3 to support the Enrollment Management and Student Success (EMSS) Division. Reporting to the Director, this position provides advanced administrative & operational support for a multifaceted division responsible for enrollment and student success services. It serves as a central administrative 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 and operational commitments, prepares reports and correspondence, supports staff recruitment processes, and works collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, schools, community partners, and other University departments. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, confidentiality, attention to detail, sound judgment, and ability to manage priorities in a student-centered environment. Located about 30 miles south of Albuquerque in rural Valencia County, The University of New Mexico-Valencia Campus is a two-year branch campus of The University of New Mexico which functions as a community college in the region and is designated a Hispanic Serving Institution. With an emphasis on teaching excellence, Valencia Campus offers academic transfer programs, technical programs, Adult Education, and Dual Credit courses to high schools in Valencia and Socorro Counties. The faculty and staff serve a student body of over 2,000 students per semester. UNM offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, professional development, wellness programs, as well as tuition remission. We foster a work-life balance through our employee wellness programs, paid parental leave and more. UNM has earned the platinum-level distinction from FamilyFriendlyNM.org for its workplace 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 electronic calendaring 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.