Senior Admin Lead, Higher Education Operations

New Mexico Highlands University; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Highlands University is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to support the Facundo Valdez School of Social Work. The role provides executive support to the Dean, coordinates operations across four campuses, and handles advanced accounting tasks and procurement processes.

You will liaise with faculty, staff, and students while ensuring compliance with university policies. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, with a preference for an Associate’s or Bachelor’s

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree required; substitutions possible with experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or higher for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive administrative support to the FVSSW Dean and leadership; manage schedules and meetings.
• Coordinate operations across four campus locations and assist with budgeting and accounting tasks.
• Screen communications, greet visitors, and serve as primary point of contact for faculty, staff, and students.
• Assist with recruitment processes including posting descriptions and coordinating interviews.
• Support course scheduling, calendars, deadlines, and maintain records.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Emburse Enterprise (ChromeRiver)

Job description

New Mexico Highlands University is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to support the Facundo Valdez School of Social Work. The role provides executive support to the Dean, coordinates operations across four campuses, and handles advanced accounting tasks and procurement processes.

You will liaise with faculty, staff, and students while ensuring compliance with university policies. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, with a preference for an Associate’s or Bachelor’s