Operations Manager-SEV FS - req# 28797
Job Description
Operations Manager
Requisition ID | req28797 |
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Working Title | Operations Manager-SEV FS |
Position Grade | 13 |
Position Summary | The UNM Sevilleta Field Station (SevFS) is located just west of Interstate 25 (exit 169) approximately 55 miles south of Albuquerque. The facility hosts a diversity of research activities, courses, workshops, and conferences. The Field Station campus has 11 residence houses; several buildings with conference rooms, storage capabilities and laboratories; and a fleet of vehicles that includes passenger vans, trucks, and heavy equipment. Facilities range from a 20,000 sq ft modern laboratory building to typical residential buildings. The Field Station infrastructure extends to several sites distributed across the Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge. These remote sites include solar-power systems, weather stations, and a wireless communication network that involve periodic construction, repair, and maintenance. A Field Station Operations Manager Facilities manages facility operations.
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Conditions of Employment |
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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 | Bachelor's degree or above in ecology or related field. Experience in working in or supervising conference and guest services. Experience organizing, leading, and/or presenting educational activities to primary or secondary education students or the general public. Familiarity or experience with field research in ecology or related fields to facilitate support of students and researchers working at the field station. Knowledge of the natural history, flora, and fauna of southwestern ecosystems, particularly as it pertains to the ecosystems found at the Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge. Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and problem solving in technical applications and computer systems, wireless networks, and the ability and interest to learn new skills on-the-job. |
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Campus | Main - Albuquerque, NM |
Department | AS Biology General Administrative (048F) |
Employment Type | Staff |
Staff Type | Regular - Full-Time |
Term End Date | |
Status | Exempt |
Pay | $4920.37 per Month, DOE |
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 | 3/25/2024 |
Eligible for Remote Work | No |
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. Cover letter, Resume, and Official Transcripts. |
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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