Office Assistant-Student Services

University of New Mexico

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Mail Processing, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, PC (Personal Computer) Systems, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Student Services, Team Player, Telephone Skills, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Los Alamos, NM

POSTED

Today

Student Intermediate Level

Requisition ID
req35523

Working Title
Office Assistant-Student Services

Pay
$14.00 Hourly

Campus
Los Alamos

Department
Los Alamos Branch

Employment Type
Student Employment

Student Type
Work-Study

Status
Non-Exempt

Background Check Required
No

For Best Consideration Date
5/15/2026

Position Summary
The Office Assistant in Student Services serves as a primary contact for busy front desk services at UNM-LA. This will require the successful candidate provide excellent customer service and maintain confidentiality of records and information. In addition to supporting the Student Services Office in Building 1, this work-study student will staff the UNM-Los Alamos Food Pantry for a portion of the hours it is open.

Duties include: Answer front desk telephone, route calls, take messages, and provide general information to customers. Schedule and maintain student appointments. Establish, maintain, process, and/or update file documents for scanning and archiving. Perform a variety of data entry assignments and understand the organization of data in order to provide basic information. Operate personal computer to draft correspondence, print and mail letters, reports, or other materials as requested. Open and route incoming mail; distribute correspondence and other material to department staff. Inventory and restock Food Pantry items as needed; provide staffing and service to customers. Perform other duties as assigned.

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for Work-Study employment:
1. Have submitted a FAFSA for the academic year and indicated an interest in work-study employment
2. Be enrolled in a UNM degree or certificate program
3. Maintain at least half-time enrollment (6 credit hours in fall and spring; 3 credit hours for summer) for each term of work
4. Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalencies not found for this position

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
2. Demonstrated friendly, professional, and helpful demeanor at all times
3. Experience working with diverse groups of people
4. Very strong communication skills, both verbal and written
5. Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
6. Excellent problem-solving skills, organization skills, and attention to detail
7. Basic computer skills, MS Office

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.
Please provide the following: 1. Cover Letter2. Resume

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.

About the Company

University of New Mexico

Why work at UNM?

For firsthand information on why UNM is a great place to work and learn, visit UNM Proud to hear directly from University employees, faculty, students, and alumni. In addition to all the University has to offer, you have the added benefit of living in New Mexico, a land rich with art, history, culture, and outdoor activities, all with a very affordable cost of living. For more about life in New Mexico, visit NewMexicoTrue. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Positions

UNM has a number of positions available for staff, faculty, and student employees in various academic fields and levels of experience. Everyone hired into the UNM community serves a vital role in supporting our mission. We’re here to educate and encourage students to develop the values, habits of mind, knowledge, and skills that they need to be enlightened citizens, contribute to the state and national economies, and lead satisfying lives.

COMPANY SIZE

100 to 499 employees

INDUSTRY

Education

FOUNDED

1889

WEBSITE

http://www.unm.edu/