Student Engagement Leader

Student Intermediate Level

Working Title: Student Engagement Leader

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 Hourly

Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department: Asian American Pacific Islander Ctr (449A)

Employment Type: Student Employment

Status: Non-Exempt

Background Check Required

Position Summary: WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION FROM ALL STUDENTS & WORKSTUDY ELIGIBILITY IS PREFERRED

The mission of the Asian American Pacific Islander Resource Center (AAPIRC) is to build a sense of belonging and provide culturally relevant Asian American Pacific Islander programming for all students at the University of New Mexico.

AAPIRC is seeking a welcoming, energetic, and detail-oriented Student Engagement Leader to join a team committed to positively impacting the overall education experience and holistic development of the UNM student community. The Student Engagement Leader is responsible for assisting with the management of the AAPIRC reception/entry/multi-use areas and supporting the professional staff with projects. This position is the first point of contact for AAPIRC visitors on a daily basis including students, staff, and community members. The ideal candidate would demonstrate proficiency in the following areas: Interpersonal Engagement and Public Speaking, Customer & Student Service, Event Coordination Assistance, Campus Resources Knowledge, Computer Skills, Social Media Content Development.

This position requires in-person work at the Asian American Pacific Islander Resource Center and must be available to work some evenings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create a welcoming, fun, and professional environment for students and visitors.
• General office duties including, but not limited to: managing the reception area and student multi-use spaces, appropriately directing phone calls, scheduling appointments, and providing program information and tours of the department.
• Assist with the development and creation of flyers, posters, and other marketing materials.
• Assist and participate in the planning & implementation of all AAPIRC programs, workshops, and events.
• Represent the department at campus tabling events and school/community visits.
• Assist with department data collection projects, including tasks associated with managing and archiving AAPIRC materials and files.

Minimum Qualifications: Equivalencies not found for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM-Main Campus, have a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA, enrollment in at least half-time (6-credit hours) for the Fall 2026 semester (Audit hours do not count) and, if Work Study eligible, must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Demonstrated organizational and interpersonal skills and an established record of providing superior customer service is critical to the position
• Professional attitude and character: punctual, responsible, reliable, and proactive
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions/procedures and work both independently and as a team member
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadline and time constraint assignments
• Competency utilizing Adobe Creative applications (Illustrator, lnDesign, Adobe Express, and Photoshop), Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook), and Internet Navigation is required
• Display commitment to understanding and honoring the confidentiality of student records and information
• Exhibit positive work ethic, initiative, flexibility, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn new skills through training guided by the AAPIRC staff and leadership
• Availability to work 20-25 hours per week, dependent on department needs. Additional assignments and work hours may be assigned. Continued employment through the Summer 2026 term and beyond will be determined through the department performance evaluation process.
• Applicants that can commit to the Student Engagement Leader position for a minimum of one year are highly desirable.

Application Instructions: Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. To receive full consideration for this position, an applicant must: 1. Complete Online Application 2. Attach/upload Resume 3. Attach/upload a Cover Letter (see Cover Letter instructions below) 4. Attach/upload Fall 2026 Course Schedule 5. Attach/upload Fall 2026 schedule and time-blocks of availability to work. Incomplete Applications may not be considered. Cover Letter Requirements: Please introduce yourself, describe your relevant experience & demonstrated skills specific to the outlined job duties, responsibilities & qualifications; and outline how you anticipate contributing to the success of the Asian American Pacific Islander Resource Center.

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.