Coord,Special Events

Coord,Special Events Requisition ID req37402 Working Title Coord,Special Events Position Grade 08 Position Summary Part-time position (10-20 hours per week) that primarily works evenings and weekends. Responsible for planning and coordinating conferences, meetings, banquets, and other special events. Coordinates event logistics, schedules facilities and related activities, and prepares and maintains required event documentation. See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment 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. Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check. Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years 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 Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. One (1) year of experience in event planning, hospitality, customer service, project coordination, or a related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams). Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Additional Requirements Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department Food Services (074B) Employment Type Staff Staff Type On-Call Term End Date Status Non-Exempt Pay Hourly: $19.00 - $22.00 Benefits Eligible This position is not benefits eligible 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 8/4/2026 Eligible for Hiring Incentive No 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 resume to listing 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.