FULL-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL

Admin Assistant to the Dean

Requisition ID req37153 Working Title Admin Assistant to the Dean Position Grade 10 Position Summary

The College of Education and Human Sciences (COEHS) invites applicants for its Administrative Assistant to the Dean position. This position acts as a key member of the COEHS Dean's Office and provides overall support to the Dean, Associate Deans, and other members of COEHS leadership. The Administrative Assistant to the Dean will work closely with the Dean and College Administrator to coordinate, oversee, and perform a wide variety of activities and to serve as a primary liaison to internal and external stakeholders. This position requires strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with professionalism and a positive attitude.

The Administrative Assistant to the Dean will complete a broad range of duties including, but not limited to:

• Coordinate the administrative functions of the COEHS Dean's Office including day-to-day oversight and direct support to the Dean and COEHS leadership
• Complete student employee hiring and training
• Coordinate and maintain college-level recording keeping, data, and information; complete administrative support duties in connection to academic and faculty affairs
• Organize and coordinate meetings, conferences, travel, and special events, including related fiscal tasks
• Draft correspondence, administrative documents, and meeting minutes; Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external constituents.

High school diploma or GED; 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.

Experience in coordination and oversight of administrative support in a higher education setting.

• Experience planning, scheduling, and coordinating calendars, meetings, and events.
• Experience with data and recordkeeping, including proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft suite products.
• Additional Requirements Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department COEHS Deans Office (522B) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Non-Exempt Pay Hourly: $19.76 to $26.85 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. 25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 7/22/2026 Eligible for Hiring Incentive Eligible for Remote Work Yes Eligible for Remote Work Statement Remote work will be considered after the candidate successfully completes their probation period Application Instructions

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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.