Education Programs Administrative Assistant

New Mexico Highlands University Portal; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Highlands University seeks an Administrative Assistant to support the School of Education offices, handling 50% of duties for Curriculum & Instruction, Special Education, and Educational Leadership and 50% for ATCP program activities. The role includes coordination of calendars, travel, documentation, and administrative support across units.

Responsibilities include preparing correspondence, organizing meetings, and assisting with fiscal administration.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; at least 2 years of related experience.
• Associate’s Degree (preferred) is a plus.
• Substitution of higher degrees for experience on a year-for-year basis may apply.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day operations of the office; develops policies and procedures for efficient operation.
• Provides and oversees support activities: calendars, travel, documentation, correspondence, and follow-up.
• Facilitates meetings and events; takes minutes and coordinates logistics.

Skills

Administrative support

Calendar management

Communication

Confidentiality

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Database management

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Presentation software

Job description

New Mexico Highlands University seeks an Administrative Assistant to support the School of Education offices, handling 50% of duties for Curriculum & Instruction, Special Education, and Educational Leadership and 50% for ATCP program activities. The role includes coordination of calendars, travel, documentation, and administrative support across units.

Responsibilities include preparing correspondence, organizing meetings, and assisting with fiscal administration.