Operations Assistant

Student Advanced Level

Requisition

Working Title:

Operations Assistant

Pay: 17.00 Hourly

Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department:
Civic Engagement (454D)

Employment Type:

Student Employment

Status:
Non-Exempt

Background Check

Required:

Yes

Organization:
East Mountain High School

Location: 25 La Madiera Rd., Sandia Park, NM

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award

Position Summary

East Mountain High School seeks a reliable and motivated work-study student to serve as a Student Operations Assistant supporting daily school operations and student services. This role provides hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced educational environment while contributing to programs that directly benefit middle and high school students. The position supports essential community services including meal programs, transportation coordination, educational field trips, facilities operations, inventory systems, and administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate is organized, professional, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining a high standard of service.

• Assist with coordination of student meals, including tracking counts and preparing distribution materials
• Support transportation logistics for daily routes, extracurricular activities, and field trips
• Assist with planning and preparation for field trips and school events
• Help maintain inventory systems for supplies, equipment, and program materials
• Support facilities operations, including organization of spaces and readiness for activities
• Assist with processing paperwork related to purchases, reimbursements, and operational requests
• Input and verify data using spreadsheets and school information systems
• Troubleshoot minor technology or equipment issues
• Assist with filing, scanning, shredding, and document organization
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half‑time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

• Must be eligible for Federal Work‑Study
• Reliable transportation to the school site
• Ability to maintain regular attendance during scheduled hours
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and established procedures
• Professional demeanor and customer‑service skills
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately

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.