Job Description

Dept Administrator A2

Requisition IDreq31567
Working TitleDept Administrator A2
Position Grade13
Position Summary

The Department of Art invites applications for the position ofDepartment Administrator A2. We areseeking an individual who is professional, energetic, and self-motivated. We are a large, multi-faceted department withover 300 undergraduate majors and an average of 90-100 graduate students. The Department offers a PhD program, threeMaster's, four Bachelor's programs, and a licensure program, with over 40full-time faculty, 20 adjunct faculty, and 11 staff members. Variousprograms of the department are ranked nationally and internationally. We are housed in fourbuildings, with numerous classrooms, labs, and faculty and administrativeoffices as well as grad studios and two galleries. The Department Administrator oversees andmanages all fiscal and budgetary activities of the department. Funds managed include instructional andgeneral operating, course and tech fees, grants and overhead, and non-endowed andendowed spending. In addition, thisindividual manages and oversees all administrative functions of the department,including HR activities and acts as building manager for our facilities. Finally, this person must have the ability todevelop operating policies and procedures in collaboration with the Chair andimplement short and long-range goals. The Department Administrator will participate with the Chair and senior departmental faculty instrategic and operational decision making as a member of the department'sleadership team.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 2 years of experience managing at least one of the following functional areas: fiscal services, administration and/or human resources AND 3 years of additional 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:

  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
  • Interpersonal flexibility to work well as a team member with diverse groups of people.
  • Experience with HR processes including hiring faculty and staff, disciplinary action, job reclassification, salary adjustments, etc.
  • Three years working in a supervisory position in an academic department, including hiring, managing, and training staff and/or students.
  • Proficiency in Banner Finance (or equivalent management system), including but not limited to all purchasing and reporting functions as well as knowledge of university policies and procedures involving procurement, travel, and employment.
  • Experience in building coordination including working with Facilities Management to address immediate and long-term building concerns.
  • Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management, as well as ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Additional Requirements
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentArt Art History (595A)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeRegular - Full-Time
Term End Date
StatusExempt
PayMonthly: $4,073.33 - $5,721.73
Benefits EligibleThis 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 StatementAs 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 RequiredYes
For Best Consideration Date12/2/2024
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.

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the phone number and email for three Professional Supervisory References. Discuss in the body of your cover letter your experience with budgets and purchasing, faculty and staff searches, faculty reviews, course scheduling, hiring and supervising staff, building management, and your ability to multi-task while remaining detail-oriented.

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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