Student Activities Specialist - Programming

Student Activities Specialist Requisition ID req36807 Working Title Student Activities Specialist - Programming Position Grade 11 Position Summary Under general supervision, oversees the development, implementation, and administration of programs and activities designed to assist in the retention of University graduate and undergraduate students, and to encourage the development of the general well-being of students within the university's co-curricular environment. Oversees, coordinates and advises a broad range of student engagement activities, including student government, campus-wide events, programming boards, and related student programs. Advises ASUNM Southwest Film Center (Independent/Student Movies), ASUNM Crafts Studio, ASUNM Community Experience, and other agencies. Coordinates campus-wide programs including Mid Week Movies (Hollywood Blockbusters), Craft Fair, Fall Frenzy, Cherry Reel Film Festival, Spring Storm, Community Service Projects, and more. Assists with the execution of additional institutional events such as Friday Night Live, Welcome Back Days, Fiestas, Red Rally, Silent Lights, Lobo Day, Lobo’s Got Talent, Homecoming, Graduation Flower Sales, Hanging of the Greens, and themed programming events. Oversees two to three student employees working at the movie theater. This position requires availability to work evenings and weekends as needed. See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year 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 Masters degree in Higher Education Administration or similar field. Experience advising college entertainment programming boards/committees. Experience advising college student government committees. Experience supervising staff/student staff. Experience developing and executing college campus-wide programs. Additional Requirements Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department Student Activities Center (670D) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Exempt Pay Monthly: $3,841.07 - $5,148.00 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 6/15/2026 Eligible for Remote Work No Eligible for Remote Work Statement Application Instructions 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. Please attach a resume and cover letter. 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.