Office Assistant

University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

9d•$14•Onsite

About The Position

WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION FROM ALL STUDENTS REGARDLESS OF WORK STUDY AWARD The University of New Mexico Dean of Students Office is seeking a self-motivated, professional, and reliable individual to provide professional customer service and reception support. Our office directs the Nusenda Center for Financial Capability, Student Rights & Responsibilities, Lobo Well-Being, and other programs designed to help students achieve their academic goals. As an Office Assistant, you’ll help keep our office running smoothly and assist students in navigating university services. This position will start training during Spring 2026 and has the opportunity to continue into the 2026-2027 academic year. Work-study is preferred but not required for consideration. Applicants must be able to work in-person on Main Campus during regular business hours Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM.

Nice To Haves

Excellent written and verbal professional communication.
Superb customer service skills.
The ability to work independently and/or without supervision.
Strong time management skills; specifically, the ability to manage competing priorities and be punctual.
A collaborative and approachable interpersonal manner.
The ability to follow specific instructions and standard operating procedures.
The ability to focus and maintain composure under pressure.
A diplomatic and professional approach to conflict.
Proficiency with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office. Adobe Acrobat and Banner experience is a plus.
Experience in an office environment

Responsibilities

Greets students, staff, faculty, and visitors
Answers multi-line phones and receives in-person inquiries in a professional manner
Maintains a log of inquiries, calls, and other communications
Opens and routes incoming & outgoing mail
Performs clerical, data entry, and word processing work
Assists with records management, including filing, copying, and scanning
May schedule or assist in scheduling appointments, meetings, and/or conference room reservations
May run various campus errands
Addresses Student inquiries and provides intake for department staff
Performs other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned