Unit Administrator 1 - req# 33802

Position Summary

The UNM Master of Public Policy (MPP) is a professional degree that trains analysts to serve their communities by identifying and championing data-driven policy options and by conducting holistic program evaluation. The MPP program is looking for a Unit Administrator 1 that would be responsible for all duties related to the MPP Program which includes, but are not limited to: Supporting the MPP graduate academic program, along with the UNM Evaluation Lab Fellowship Program, UNM Evaluation Lab Summer Institute (Including ECHO Learning Community), and MPP Contract & Grants.

This position will also be supporting the International Studies Institute (ISI) which is an umbrella organization for the interdisciplinary undergraduate program in International Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences. That offers student the opportunity to obtain a minor in International Studies and a Major in International Studies. The goal of the Institute is to pursue broad-based initiatives such as coordinating lecture series and conferences, reaching out to secondary schools, and supporting an international and interdisciplinary study, research, and outreach programs.

As well as supporting the, Graduate Certificate in Race and Social Justice (RACE Certificate), which is a 15-credit transcripted certificate designed as an area of specialization for students pursuing a master's degree or a doctorate in disciplines in the humanities, social sciences, fine arts, or the professional schools at the University of New Mexico; and students, community members, and practitioners who are not currently enrolled graduate students but have earned a BA or higher.

The UNM Master of Public Policy (MPP), along with the International Studies Institute and Graduate Certificate in Race and Social Justice (RACE Certificate) is looking for a creative problem-solver to support students pursuing these degrees; manage GA and project contracts, payroll, Oversee purchasing and fiscal processes, manage daily administrative operations, travel reimbursements, plans and manages budget and expenses, assist student with applicant processes, scheduling and other UNM processes; and help build and administer effective recruitment, community input, internship, community service and social media systems which will also include website maintenance.

****The final salary for this position is dependent upon total Education and Experience****

See the Position Description for additional information.

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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 1 year 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.

Ability to maintain strict confidence

Create, compose, and edit written materials

Work under pressure; act as a team member; attend to detail

Implement broad instructions independently; and prioritize work assignments

Experience managing organizational social media accounts and/or student outreach.

Experience coordinating and organizing meetings and/or special events

Experience with GA contracts

Experience with UNM payroll processes

Experience with UNM Pcard

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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.