Job Description

Operations Manager

Requisition IDreq32373
Working TitleOperations Manager
Position Grade13
Position Summary

The UNMHealth Sciences Office for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (OfDEI) is seekinga professional and dynamic individual to fill the position of OperationsManager. The UNM Health Sciences OfDEI (https://hsc.unm.edu/diversity/) is committed to building adiverse, equitable, and inclusive environment through shared vision andresponsibility. The OfDEI serves as an integrating force to create a moreinclusive community drawing upon the rich cultures throughout New Mexico andregionally to stimulate new ideas and advance inclusive excellence through ourdiverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. We stand againstsystemic discrimination and advocate for social justice as we continuouslystrive to advance our mission in support of the greater community. We organize a variety of community engagementand collective impact initiatives designed to encourage innovation andtransformation in collaboration with local, state, and national entities toaddress key health, economic and educational equity.

The Operations Manager will oversee and administer programs,strategies, and initiatives designed to develop, enhance, and support themission of our large, complex, and diverse office. Supporting annual fiscalactivities of more than $2 million, and a team of more than 20 staff, facultyand students. The Operations Manager will oversee all internal and externalbusiness activities, accounting and finance, and human resources for the OfDEI,and will manage and coordinate facility and resource management, informationservices, and general department administration. They will participate with OfDEIsenior leadership in strategic and operational decision making as a member ofthe department's leadership team.

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.
  • If located at the UNM Children's Campus, successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) fingerprint background check, and a continued successful status will be verified by periodic future background checks.
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
  • Experience handling HR at the University Level
  • Experience doing fiscal activities for various programs
  • Experience Managing administrative operations of a Unit

Additional Requirements
CampusHealth Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentVice Chancellor for Diversity (296A)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeTerm - Full-Time
Term End Date06/30/2026
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 Date2/19/2025
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 upload a resume detailing all years of experience, as well as a cover letter stating why you'd be a great candidate for this position.

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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