Program Assistant; Grants

Program Assistant (Grants)

Pay: $15.00 Hourly

Campus:
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department:
Research Administration (099K)

Employment Type:

Student Employment

Status:
Non-Exempt

Background Check

Required:

No

For Best Consideration Date: 7/29/2026

Position Summary:

• Serve as the front desk point of contact by answering phones, greeting visitors, and directing inquiries
• Coordinate visitor access to the building
• Manage conference room schedules and shared space calendars
• Maintain office supplies, including stocking printers, copiers, and common areas
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate, organized records
• Provide basic administrative support to grants and purchasing teams
• Assist with equipment inventory, surplus tracking, and space organization
• Update building directories, signage, and notices
• Provide general administrative support to faculty, staff, and students
• Identify and report issues and assist with resolving them
• Assist Facilities and Shared Resources
• Submit, monitor, and follow up on iService requests to ensure timely issue resolution
• Assist with CRLS orders and related documentation

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in administrative support, office operations, data entry, or customer service
• Academic coursework or declared major in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Public Administration, Management Information Systems, Health Administration, or a related field
• Experience maintaining organized records or managing data with attention to accuracy and detail
• Strong interest in developing professional skills in administration, customer service, and operational support within a compliance-driven environment

Application Instructions:

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Resume and Cover Letter

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