Campus Office & Events Assistant

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is seeking a Student Office Assistant to support Advising Strategies. The role involves front-desk operations, information resource tasks, and general administrative duties in a campus office.

Work-study eligible students will work up to 20 hours per week, with 2–4 hour shifts Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–1:00 PM. Training provided; opportunity to gain office experience and campus resources knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must have a Work-Study Award for Spring 2026 and provide proof with application.
• Willingness to learn new systems and follow through with assigned tasks.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word.
• Ability to stay organized and handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Front-Desk Operations: Manage high-volume foot traffic and inquiries for first-time and transfer students.
• Information Resource: Provide accurate information and direct to campus resources; answer phones professionally.
• Administrative Support: General admin tasks, filing, reporting supply needs, assist Advising Strategies office.
• Clerical Tasks: Typing, formatting documents, data entry, prepare welcome packets.
• Marketing/Outreach: Plan, promote, and staff 2-3 outreach events per semester for transfer students.
• Office Maintenance: Light cleaning and organization of office and lobby.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Phone etiquette

Customer service

Attention to detail

Confidential information handling

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The University of New Mexico is seeking a Student Office Assistant to support Advising Strategies. The role involves front-desk operations, information resource tasks, and general administrative duties in a campus office.

Work-study eligible students will work up to 20 hours per week, with 2–4 hour shifts Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–1:00 PM. Training provided; opportunity to gain office experience and campus resources knowledge.