Job Description

Fiscal Services Tech

Requisition IDreq33544
Working TitleFiscal Services Tech
Position Grade09
Position Summary

The Department of Computer Science within UNM's School of Engineering is seeking a team-oriented individual with a growth mindset. Would you enjoy working in a team environment assisting faculty conducting innovative research and students who are striving for their degrees? Why not join our team as a Fiscal Services Tech?

The C.S. Department is research-active with grants/contracts from federal, state, and private sponsors. The Fiscal Services Tech is part of a fiscal team that maintains financial records for these grants/contracts as well as the department's administrative funds and scholarships. The Fiscal Services Tech completes a significant number of purchasing and other financial transactions in support of the department's teaching and research mission.

The Fiscal Services Tech is the main purchaser for the department; the main initiator of graduate student assistantship contracts, assists the Department Accountant in various financial matters, serves as a backup for time entry and approval, and serves as a backup for in-person departmental inquiries. This position is ideal for someone interested in expanding their skill set, as the successful candidate will gain experience working in a variety of fiscal areas- purchasing, grants, contracts, scholarships, and general department fiscal records.

The successful candidate will be dependable and team-oriented, have excellent attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills, and collaborate effectively with a wide range of individuals in a very diverse work environment. This position reports to the Department Administrator but works closely in a team environment.


Please attach a current resume, a cover letter addressing the preferred qualifications, and a reference list including three (3) professional references and their contact information. An application will not be considered without these items.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
  • Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
  • All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 3 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
  • Experience purchasing a wide variety of goods and services with a corporate credit card (UNM p-card), purchase orders, or wire transfers.
  • Experience booking and reimbursing domestic and international travel to include finding quotes for the best and most affordable travel rates for students, faculty, and staff.
  • Experience reconciling, maintaining financial records, and creating journal entries.
  • Experience with UNM financial and reporting systems: Banner, ChromeRiver, LoboMart, Graduate Studies Assistantships System, Workflow, and MyReports.
  • Knowledge of and the ability to accurately comply with university fiscal policies and procedures set forth by the respective UNM departments/offices- Payroll Office, Purchasing Department, the Office for Academic Personnel, Unrestricted Accounting Office, Contracts & Grants Accounting Office, and Inventory Control.
  • Possess excellent attention to detail, ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, and the ability to think analytically and critically.
Additional Requirements
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentComputer Science (650A)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeRegular - Full-Time
Term End Date
StatusNon-Exempt
PayHourly: $18.09 - $23.58
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 Date6/13/2025
Eligible for Remote Work
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions

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Please attach a current resume, a cover letter addressing the preferred qualifications, and a reference list including three (3) professional references and their contact information. An application will not be considered without these items.

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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