Operations Specialist

The University of New Mexico; Monte Largo Hills (NM); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico (UNM) is seeking an Operations Specialist to coordinate Area Emergency Response plans for the university and its branch campuses. Reporting to the Director of Crisis Management and Preparedness, you will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and provide community education on emergency management principles.

You will design and execute projects, set priorities, and support management, faculty, staff, and students in developing effective procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with at least 7 years of related experience.
• Completed degree(s) above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Area Emergency Response plans (AEP) for the University and branch campuses; collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide community education in emergency management principles and assist with executing AEPs.
• Design, develop, coordinate, and facilitate projects and initiatives; establish priorities and schedules.
• Provide specialized advice and support to management, faculty, staff, and students in developing effective systems and procedures; oversee key operational functions as needed.

Skills

Emergency management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Operations Specialist

Reporting to the Director of Crisis Management and Preparedness, coordinates Area Emergency Response plans (AEP) for the University, to include branch and satellite campuses. Collaborates with various internal and external stakeholders. Provides community education in emergency management principles and procedures and assists with exercising of AEPs.

Designs, develops, coordinates, and facilitates the execution of specified projects and initiatives for a major, multifaceted operating entity of the University. Establishes project priorities and schedules, in line with strategic plans and operating objectives. Provides specialized advice, facilitation, and support to management, faculty, staff, and/or students in the development and implementation of effective systems, procedures, programs, and/or practices. May oversee one or more specified key operational or business functions for the unit, as appropriate to individual requirements. Additional Duties as assigned.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 3 years of comprehensive emergency management experience.

• Knowledge of emergency management programs and operations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Knowledge and understanding of institutional emergency management principles, procedures, and standards.
• Knowledge of local, State, and Federal emergency systems and agencies, to include law enforcement, fire prevention/protection, and emergency medical services.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines related to emergency management and disaster medical assistance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and handle high-pressure situations calmly and professionally.
• Familiarity with emergency response protocols and crisis management procedures.
• Advanced working knowledge of hospital and university specific disaster planning, processes, systems, recovery, and resource requirements.
• Ability to plan, organize and direct multiple activities.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
• Knowledge of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) hazards, and response and mitigation procedures and techniques.

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

Crisis Management and Preparedness (447A)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular - Full-Time

Status

Exempt

Pay

Monthly: $3841.07 - $5148.00

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

8/24/2026

Eligible for Remote Work

No

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.