Career Readiness Office Lead - Senior Administrative Assistant

New-Mexico-Highlands-University; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Highlands University’s Center for Professional Development and Career Readiness seeks a Senior Administrative Assistant to manage daily operations, serve as the main contact for students, employers and staff, and maintain confidential records. You will coordinate agendas, schedules, and special events, and support career services across campuses.

In this role, you will assist with presentations, employer visits, and outreach while handling a broad range of administrative tasks with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 years of related experience.
• Preference for Associate’s Degree and diverse populations experience.
• Higher education experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for the office and handle inquiries, referrals, and responses.
• Greet students, employers, and faculty; manage appointments and confidential records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Budget awareness

Documentation

Database management

Data analysis

Office management

Planning & scheduling

Word processing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheet software

Presentation software

Database management systems

Job description

New Mexico Highlands University’s Center for Professional Development and Career Readiness seeks a Senior Administrative Assistant to manage daily operations, serve as the main contact for students, employers and staff, and maintain confidential records. You will coordinate agendas, schedules, and special events, and support career services across campuses.

In this role, you will assist with presentations, employer visits, and outreach while handling a broad range of administrative tasks with