Program Coordinator, Institute for American Indian Education

University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

7d•$20 - $27•Hybrid

About The Position

The College of Education & Human Sciences (COEHS) seeks applicants for a Program Coordinator to support the Native American Teacher Preparation Program under the Institute for American Indian Education (IAIE). IAIE’s mission is to support community intergenerational well-being and educational outcomes of Indigenous Peoples by cultivating the quality of educational professionals through community engagement with Native Nations and collaborative partnerships with educational stakeholders. Under the supervision of the Director of IAIE, this position will perform a variety of administrative support, including; fiscal, staff support, and planning activities, some of which require advanced or specialized knowledge and skills, such as budget administration and control, equipment, facilities, and inventory management, specialized recordkeeping and database management, and/or specified information-gathering projects and tasks. This position will coordinate and facilitates meetings for the NATPP, program functions, and/or special events, as appropriate.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
At least 5 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.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate experience working with Indigenous communities in New Mexico.
Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events specifically related to Indigenous serving communities.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Ability to interact with students, faculty and/or staff in a team environment.
Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures.
Knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques.
Ability to gather and analyze statistical data to assist with grant proposal writing and budget building.
Willingness to meet requirements to obtain and use a UNM PCard for NATPP expenses.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of administrative support, including fiscal, staff support, and planning activities.
Manage budget administration and control.
Oversee equipment, facilities, and inventory management.
Handle specialized recordkeeping and database management.
Conduct specified information-gathering projects and tasks.
Coordinate and facilitate meetings for the NATPP, program functions, and/or special events.