Department Contact: Danielle Staley 575-646-3121 dstaley@nmsu.edu

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Administrative Professional to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in ensuring operations run efficiently and effectively. Strong organizational skills, professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to balance multiple priorities are essential. This position plays a key role in supporting our staff, students, and university mission through exceptional service and operational excellence.

Position Details

Position Title: Administrative Assistant Senior

College/Division: Student Success & Enroll Management

Department: 521010-UNDERGRAD ADMISSIONS & ORIENTATION

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $19.28

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Supports the high-level administrative functions of the university, including executive offices, governance support, and institutional planning. Roles in this subfamily help drive organizational initiatives, uphold policy compliance, and facilitate communication between leadership and stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: 
High School diploma + 4 years of relevant experience or an Associate's Degree + 2 years of relevant experience.

Equivalent Qualifications: 

Preferred Qualifications: 
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Ability to obtain a university driving permit (based on having valid US driving license

Special Certification/Licensure: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.