Program Assistant (Grants)
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University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM, US
Summary
The Program Assistant serves as the primary front desk contact, managing visitor access, conference room schedules, and general office administrative tasks. They also provide support to grants and purchasing teams, including data entry, inventory tracking, and documentation management.
Job Description
| Requisition ID | req37688 |
|---|---|
| Working Title | Program Assistant (Grants) |
| Pay | $15.00 Hourly |
| Campus | Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM |
| Department | Research Administration (099K) |
| Employment Type | Student Employment |
| Student Type | Student Employment |
| Status | Non-Exempt |
| Background Check Required | No |
| For Best Consideration Date | 9/1/2026 |
| Position Summary |
a. Serve as the front desk point of contact by answering phones, greeting visitors, and directing inquiries b. Coordinate visitor access to the building c. Manage conference room schedules and shared space calendars d. Maintain office supplies, including stocking printers, copiers, and common areas e. Perform data entry and maintain accurate, organized records f. Provide basic administrative support to grants and purchasing teams g. Assist with equipment inventory, surplus tracking, and space organization h. Update building directories, signage, and notices i. Provide general administrative support to faculty, staff, and students j. Identify and report issues and assist with resolving them k. Assist Facilities and Shared Resources l. Submit, monitor, and follow up on iService requests to ensure timely issue resolution m. Assist with CRLS orders and related documentation |
| Minimum Qualifications | |
| Preferred Qualifications |
a. Previous experience in administrative support, office operations, data entry, or customer service b. Academic coursework or declared major in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Public Administration, Management Information Systems, Health Administration, or a related field c. Experience maintaining organized records or managing data with attention to accuracy and detail d. Strong interest in developing professional skills in administration, customer service, and operational support within a compliance-driven environment |
| Application Instructions |
Only applications submitted through Resume and Cover Letter |
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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. |
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As the only academic health center in the state, UNM HSC combines its three mission areas - education, research and patient care - to provide New Mexicans with the highest level of health care. UNM HSC was established in 1994 and is located on the University of New Mexico campus in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
UNM HSC is made up of the following academic and clinical entities: * School of Medicine * College of Nursing * College of Pharmacy * College of Population Health * Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center * Clinical & Translational Science Center (CTSC) * UNM Hospitals (New Mexico's only Level I Trauma Center) * UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center * UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Albuquerque, New Mexico
As the only academic health center in the state, UNM HSC combines its three mission areas - education, research and patient care - to provide New Mexicans with the highest level of health care. UNM HSC was established in 1994 and is located on the University of New Mexico campus in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
UNM HSC is made up of the following academic and clinical entities: * School of Medicine * College of Nursing * College of Pharmacy * College of Population Health * Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center * Clinical & Translational Science Center (CTSC) * UNM Hospitals (New Mexico's only Level I Trauma Center) * UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center * UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Albuquerque, New Mexico