Executive Assistant to AVPAA & Dean — Strategic Operations

Western New Mexico University; Silver City (NM); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Western New Mexico University seeks an Executive Administrative Assistant to the AVPAA & Dean of the College of Professional Studies. Provides executive support across multiple units, manages calendars, travel, and communications, and helps with grants, budgets, and compliance.

The role requires strong Microsoft Office skills, confidentiality, and the ability to handle sensitive information with tact. Located on campus in Silver City, NM.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 4 years of executive administrative experience.
• Associates degree preferred; bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Banner/Argos systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary executive administrator to the AVPAA & Dean and manage calendars.
• Coordinate graduate programs, scholarships, and graduate assistantships.
• Prepare correspondence, travel arrangements, and budget monitoring.
• Support compliance, reporting, and documentation for grants and accreditation.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Banner/Argos systems

Job description

Western New Mexico University seeks an Executive Administrative Assistant to the AVPAA & Dean of the College of Professional Studies. Provides executive support across multiple units, manages calendars, travel, and communications, and helps with grants, budgets, and compliance.

The role requires strong Microsoft Office skills, confidentiality, and the ability to handle sensitive information with tact. Located on campus in Silver City, NM.