Office & Data Assistant

Student Advanced Level

Working Title: Office & Data Assistant

Pay: Hourly

Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department: School of Medicine Development (043D)

Employment Type: Student Employment

Status: Non-Exempt

Background Check Required

Position Summary: The University of New Mexico School of Medicine's Office for Advancement and Alumni Relations and Office for Community Faculty is seeking a motivated and reliable student employee to provide day-to-day support for communications, website updates, and office operations. This is an ongoing position ideal for a student who is interested in learning on the job, contributing high-quality work, and supporting engagement efforts tied to philanthropy, alumni relations, and community faculty involvement.

The student employee will play an important role in keeping web content current and visually engaging while also assisting with general office and event support. This position requires initiative, flexibility, attention to detail, and a willingness to jump into projects as needs arise.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Update and maintain departmental web pages using a WYSIWYG content management system
• Upload and refresh graphics, photos, links, and written content on a regular basis
• Assist with the creation and placement of small graphics and visual content for web use
• Help ensure website content remains accurate, timely, and visually appealing
• Provide general office support, including inventory control, restocking common areas, and packing materials
• Assist with preparation for events, including assembling bags and materials
• Support events day-of, including setup, check-in, guest stewardship, and breakdown
• Greet and direct students or visitors who come into the office
• Provide general support to all team members while on campus
• Assist with miscellaneous and last-minute projects as needed

Work Schedule:

• Up to 15 hours per week (not to exceed 20 hours per week)
• Schedule is flexible around class commitments
• Availability to work on campus during regular business hours is required
• Occasional evening or event support may be required

Pay Rate: $16.00 – $18.50 per hour

Learning Opportunities: This position offers hands-on experience in higher education advancement, communications, web content management, event support, and professional office operations. The student employee will work closely with a collaborative team and gain exposure to philanthropic engagement and community-focused initiatives within the School of Medicine.

Minimum Qualifications - Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled at the University of New Mexico in at least six (6) credit hours each semester of employment
• Comfortable using technology and learning new systems
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional communication skills and a positive, service-oriented attitude
• Experience using a WYSIWYG website editor or content management system
• Strong visual awareness and an eye for design
• Interest in communications, marketing, advancement, alumni relations, or related areas
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities

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 submit a cover letter and resume upon application.

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.