Academic Operations Officer - req# 30784
Job Description
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Requisition ID | req30784 |
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Working Title | Academic Operations Officer |
Position Grade | 15 |
Position Summary | ****THE BEST CONSIDERATION DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 9.23.24**** The SA+P seeks applicants for the next Academic Operations Officer (AOO) to join leadership in shaping initiatives and responses to the many exciting challenges and opportunities involving the School, institution and State. Reporting to the Dean of the School of Architecture and Planning, the Academic Operations Officer serves as a part of the central leadership team, and the position will participate with the Dean and internal management in strategic and operational planning, decision-making, and short and long-term accreditation efforts. The individual will have oversight of all administrative staff and functions within the School ensuring compliance with University policies and procedures; is responsible for space management and building coordination for 3 buildings (Pearl Hall, Predock Center for Research and Design, and Predock House); serves as liaison on internal and external communication and problem resolution; and, performs a variety of other duties as assigned. An understanding and guidance of student administration activities and service as well as general support to all Dean's Office initiatives and efforts is required. The ideal candidate will have successful prior experience in most of the key areas of responsibility for this position, as demonstrated in the resume and cover letter required in the application. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities. The School of Architecture and Planning (SA+P) at the University of New Mexico delivers high-quality instruction, diverse course offerings, active research programs, and enriching professional development opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. The SA+P is the only institution of higher education in the state of New Mexico that offers the professional accredited degree programs in Architecture, Planning, and Landscape Architecture. The School has a Fall 2024 enrollment of over 500 undergraduate and graduate students in its three departments: Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Community and Regional Planning. The School offers a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Planning and Design, Master of Architecture, Master of Science in Architecture, Master of Landscape Architecture, and Master of Community and Regional Planning as well as the Historic Preservation and Regionalism Graduate Certificate and the Urban Innovation Graduate Certificate. The SA+P also houses the Indigenous Design and Planning Institute and the Design and Planning Assistance Center. The SA+P represents a creative, vibrant, academically engaged and culturally diverse community of faculty scholars and students. The SA+P has 27 full-time faculty, 24 part-time faculty and 17 staff. The SA+P is currently managing multiple externally funded grants, has dedicated alumni, and fosters economic development for the state of New Mexico. |
Conditions of Employment | |
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor's degree; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. 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. |
Preferred Qualifications | Preferred Qualifications:
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Additional Requirements | |
Campus | Main - Albuquerque, NM |
Department | Sch of Architecture Planning SAAP (515A) |
Employment Type | Staff |
Staff Type | Regular - Full-Time |
Term End Date | |
Status | Exempt |
Pay | Monthly: $5,619.47 - $8,044.40 |
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. See the Benefits home page for a more information. |
ERB Statement | As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. |
Background Check Required | Yes |
For Best Consideration Date | 9/23/2024 |
Eligible for Remote Work | |
Eligible for Remote Work Statement | |
Application Instructions | Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application. A complete application consists of 1. a current resume2. a cover letter expressing interest in and qualifications for the position described3 a list of 3-5 professional references |
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. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff. | |
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