Student Success Splst

****THE BEST CONSIDERATION DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 1.31.2025****

PLEASE NOTE: This
position is for the UNM Gallup Branch, located in Gallup, NM, approximately
138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM.

Funding available through 09/30/2025; continuance beyond that date is
subject to the department's operational needs as outlined in APPM Policy
#3200, Employee Classification.

The University of New Mexico has established branch colleges to serve the
citizens of New Mexico and to provide the highest quality of education for
students pursuing post-secondary education at different locations throughout
the state. Branch colleges respond specifically to the unique needs and
multicultural backgrounds of their respective communities by offering
community education programs, career education including certificate and
associate degree programs, and transfer programs that prepare students for
upper division entry into colleges and universities.

UNM-Gallup is seeking
dynamic, self-motivated individuals who are ready to provide direct student
support and join our team in advisement, placement, and student success. The
ideal candidates will be proactive problem-solvers and adept at working in a
fast-paced office environment with students from diverse backgrounds.
Candidates must embody a student-centered, holistic approach with a
demonstrated commitment to student success. Familiarity with retention and
student coaching strategies is a plus. Candidates must thrive in a collaborative
team atmosphere, be proactive, and skilled in multitasking. Candidates will
be members of the general advisement team; however, they will also provide
direct support to participants of the Native American Student Success Center.

Key Responsibilities
Include:

• Participates in and assists with advisement and/or
  consultative services for students of a specific targeted and/or
  underrepresented population.
• Assists with outreach and retention activities
  designed to attract, retain, and serve students of the identified
  population; supports activity logistics, which may include compiling
  materials, participating in marketing efforts, and reviewing program
  effectiveness.
• Assists in the preparation and delivery of workshops,
  presentations, and orientations related to the student success
  activities of the program.
• Undertakes and/or participates in projects and
  programs designed to develop professional skills and expertise appropriate
  to the needs of the organization.
• Receives guidance, training, and mentoring from
  professional personnel in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.
• May assist higher-level personnel in representing the
  program to internal and/or external constituencies, as well as advising
  student organizations related to the population of interest, as
  appropriate to the program.
• May undertake related studies or enrichment programs
  as appropriate to the specific objectives of the operating unit.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Bachelor's degree; no previous experience required.

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:

• Basic knowledge of university settings, policies,
  programs, and services.
• Ability to coordinate and organize educational
  programs, meetings and/or special events.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions
  and procedures.
• Strong listening, interpersonal and communication
  skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team
  environment.
• Ability to organize and
  prioritize work.

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

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 decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other 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.