Student Services Aide

Student Services Aide

Online - Remote - Las Vegas, NM 87701; Albuquerque - Albuquerque, NM 87110

Overview

Salary Range $13.00 Hourly Position Type Term - Full time Education Level Bachelor's Degree Category Student

Description

The Student Assistant Coordinator supports the Center for Excellence in Social Work's New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions Evaluation and Training initiative engaging seven funded programs serving people experiencing insecure housing or are unhoused. The Student Assistant Coordinator provides high quality administrative support, coordination of trainings and meetings, and assistance with professional communications. This position is ideal for a student enrolled in a bachelor's degree or higher, with strong attention to detail and an interest in social work or public service. The role offers hands-on experience in statewide workforce development efforts addressing homelessness in New Mexico. Social work students are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The Student Assistant Coordinator will:

• Provide administrative support including scheduling meetings, preparing documents, managing calendars, and organizing digital files.
• Draft, edit, and format professional correspondence, reports, agendas, and training materials.
• Support logistical coordination of virtual and in-person trainings, including marketing, registration, communication with participants, preparation of training materials, and technical support.
• Assist with outreach and communication to community partners, service providers, and training participants.
• Maintain accurate data, attendance records, and documentation for all trainings and events.
• Support special projects and research tasks related to homelessness response initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Center team to ensure smooth workflow, effective communication, and timely completion of project activities.
• Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and cultural humility in all interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must:

• Be currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program or higher, with good academic standing.
• Demonstrate strong administrative assistant skills including scheduling, document preparation, email management, and note-taking.
• Show clear attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
• Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong time management and organizational capabilities.
• Be able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Show proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Zoom, and file management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants with the following attributes are especially encouraged to apply:

• Enrollment in a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) program.
• Experience working with individuals who are unhoused or familiarity with organizations serving people experiencing homelessness.
• Experience coordinating meetings, trainings, or events.
• Strong cultural humility and familiarity with New Mexico communities.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice, equity, and strengths-based practice.

Preferred Skills

Successful candidates will:

• Work collaboratively with a supportive and multidisciplinary team.
• Exhibit reliability, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Navigate multiple tasks with flexibility and good judgment.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with care.
• Demonstrate initiative and willingness to learn.