Requisition IDreq37470
Working TitleStudent Office Assistant
Pay Hourly
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentAdvising Strategies (688K)
Employment TypeStudent Employment
Student TypeWork-Study
StatusNon-Exempt
Background Check RequiredNo
For Best Consideration Date8/7/2026
Position Summary Core Roles and Responsibilities
The Student Office Assistant will handle a variety of front-desk and
administrative duties, including:•Front-Desk Operations: Manage high-volume
foot traffic and inquiries, primarily focused on first-time and transfer
students in a friendly and professional manner.
•Information Resource: Provide accurate information, clear directions to campus
resources and services, and answer phones professionally.
•Administrative Support: Offer general administrative support, including filing,
reporting supply needs for ordering, and providing assistance to the Office of
Advising Strategies.
•Clerical Tasks: Perform office duties such as typing, document formatting,
inputting data, and preparing welcome packets.
•Marketing/Outreach: Actively participate in the planning, promotion, and
staffing of 2-3 outreach events per semester, fostering community among
transfer students.
•Office Maintenance: Occasional light cleaning and organizing of the office and
lobby and supplies
Schedule
The maximum schedule is typically 20 hours per week, with shifts scheduled in
2–4-hour blocks between M-F, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Being able to work at least
four days a week is encouraged within the work-study guidelines. Student may
also be assigned to work at the UNM Testing & Training Center (located in
Casas del Rio) as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
CategoryMinimum
Qualifications Prefered QualificationsEligibility MUST have a Work-Study Award for Spring 2026. Please
provide proof of the award with your application. Previous office experience or familiarity with UNM systems. SkillsDemonstrated willingness to learn new systems and follow through with assigned tasks. Strong customer service, interpersonal, and professional phone skills. TechnicalKnowledge of MS Office (Word). Knowledge and experience with Excel and Outlook. ProfesionalismAbility to stay orgainzed, maintain strong attention to detail, and handle confidential content.Striving for and maintaining a positive, solution-oriented professional mindset.
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.
To apply, please submit the following 1. Updated Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Contact information for two (2) references 4. A copy of your Fall 2026 work-study award. 5. A copy of your Fall 2026 semester schedule.
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