TheMusic Department at the University of New Mexico is seeking to fill theposition of Department Administrator A2. The Department employs approximately 40 faculty members and 25 adjunct faculty and is housed inthe Center for Fine Arts building. A staff of nine employees providesupport for faculty and 100 graduate and 200 undergraduate students. TheDepartment Administrator provides professional leadership and manages theday-to-day administrative and functional management of the departments activitiesand staff.
This position oversees and administers programs, strategies, and initiatives designed to develop, enhance, and support the mission of a larger, more complex academic department of the University, as measured by annual revenue and number of faculty and staff. Oversees all internal and external business activities, accounting and finance, and human resources. Manages and coordinates facility and resource management, information services, and general department administration. This position also works with the department chair or independently as needed to establish polices within the department.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED; at least 2 years of experience managing at least one of the following functional areas: fiscal services, administration and/or human resources AND 3 years of additional 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- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- Interpersonal flexibility to work well as a team member with diverse groups of people.
- Experience with HR processes including hiring faculty and staff, disciplinary action, job reclassification, salary adjustments, etc.
- Three years working in a supervisory position in an academic department, including hiring, managing, and training staff and/or students.
- Proficiency in Banner Finance (or equivalent management system), including but not limited to all purchasing and reporting functions as well as knowledge of university policies and procedures involving procurement, travel, and employment.
- Experience in building coordination including working with Facilities Management to address immediate and long-term building concerns.
- Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management, as well as ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
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Please provide resume and cover letter.
Your cover letter will be used as a sample of your written communication skills. In the cover letter, please address which or all preferred qualifications you meet and an example of each one.
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.
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