Program Assistant (Events & Data)

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 16,195 - 23,066; Part time

Job summary

University of New Mexico is seeking a Program Assistant (Events & Data) at the Health Sciences Center in Albuquerque, NM. The role supports planning, coordination, and execution of educational events and maintains program data and attendance records.

The position emphasizes front-desk customer service, data entry, and general administrative support for faculty, staff, and students, with an emphasis on coordinating visitor access and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Experience in data entry, data tracking, or basic data management.
• Experience supporting events, workshops, or educational programs.
• Interest in student engagement, education programs, or training coordination.
• Experience interacting with students, participants, or community groups in an academic or program setting.

Responsibilities

• Support programs by assisting with planning, coordination, and execution of educational events, workshops, and training activities
• Maintain and update program data, including participant tracking, attendance records, and reporting documentation
• Assist with event logistics, including scheduling, communications, materials preparation, and day‑of‑event support
• Perform data entry and ensure accuracy and organization of program‑related records
• Communicate with students, trainees, faculty, and staff regarding program activities, schedules, and updates
• Serve as the front desk point of contact by answering phones, greeting visitors, and directing inquiries
• Manage conference room schedules and shared space calendars
• Maintain office supplies, including stocking printers, copiers, and common areas
• Provide general administrative support to faculty, staff, and students
• Coordinate visitor access and update directories, signage, and notices
• Identify and report operational issues and assist with resolution

Skills

Data entry

Data tracking

Data management

Event planning

Educational programs

Student engagement

Job description

Program Assistant (Events & Data)

Pay: $14.25 Hourly

Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department: Research Administration (099K)

Employment Type: Student Employment

Background Check Required: No

Position Summary

• Support programs by assisting with planning, coordination, and execution of educational events, workshops, and training activities
• Maintain and update program data, including participant tracking, attendance records, and reporting documentation
• Assist with event logistics, including scheduling, communications, materials preparation, and day‑of‑event support
• Perform data entry and ensure accuracy and organization of program‑related records
• Communicate with students, trainees, faculty, and staff regarding program activities, schedules, and updates
• Serve as the front desk point of contact by answering phones, greeting visitors, and directing inquiries
• Manage conference room schedules and shared space calendars
• Maintain office supplies, including stocking printers, copiers, and common areas
• Provide general administrative support to faculty, staff, and students
• Coordinate visitor access and update directories, signage, and notices
• Identify and report operational issues and assist with resolution

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in data entry, data tracking, or basic data management
• Experience supporting events, workshops, or educational programs
• Academic focus in fields such as Data Science, Information Systems, Public Health, Education, Psychology, Sociology, Communications, or related areas
• Interest in student engagement, education programs, or training coordination
• Experience interacting with students, participants, or community groups in an academic or program setting
• Strong interest in developing skills in data management, program coordination, and educational support within a research environment

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.