The University of New Mexico's (UNM) Student Activities Center seeks a motivated individual to join its team in Albuquerque.  UNM is a Flagship, R1, HSI in a city of more than 750,000 people.  At the heart of New Mexico beats the pulse of a vibrant city. In Albuquerque, diverse cultures, authentic art and dynamic traditions have helped shape our centuries-old story. No matter your interests, the city has countless opportunities for you to explore. Sample traditional New Mexican cuisine that takes minutes to make and hundreds of years to prepare, experience world-class museums, stroll along Central Avenue under the vintage neon glow of Route 66, or soar high above the city in the hot air ballooning capital of the world — a sight sure to change your perspective.  Learn more about Albuquerque here.

The Student Activities Center is a tight-knit staff of 11 supporting 2 student governments, 21 fraternities and sororities, and over 350 student organizations.  We plan and execute over 100 events each year.  This is a great position for a new professional or someone who is looking to have a big impact on student development and campus life.  For more information about our department, visit our website: sac.unm.edu.

Under general supervision, oversees, coordinates, and advises a variety of activities and programs associated with student campus life, to include the student government, campus-wide events, programming boards, and other related student programs. This position will advise ASUNM Southwest Film Center (Independent/Student Movies), ASUNM Lobo Spirit, and Mortar Board Honor Society.

The Student Activities Center Specialist position coordinates campus-wide programs including Mid Week Movies (Hollywood Blockbusters), Red Rally, Homecoming, Hanging of the Greens, Cherry Reel Film Festival, Lobo Day, Graduation Flower Sales, Lobopalooza, and more.  This position will assist with executing campus-wide programs including: Friday Night Live, Welcome Back Days, Fiestas, Silent Lights, Lobo’s Got Talent, Harry Potter Day, Star Wars Day, and more. It oversees two to three student employees working at the movie theater. This position must be willing to work nights and weekends. The best consideration date is 6/6/25, but it will be open until filled.  To apply for the job, please go to the UNM Jobs website: https://unm.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/18/home/requisition/33516?c=unm&sq=req33516 .

Minimum Requirements:

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

About University of New Mexico - Main Campus

The University of New Mexico's Student Activities Center (SAC) is a dynamic department at a Flagship, Research 1, Hispanic Serving Institution. SAC works directly with amazing student leaders, plans impactful programs and events, and is a go-to department for campus committees and administration. Our department is a collaborative team that works with Activities, Student Governments, Fraternities and Sororities, Student Organizations, and Student Organization Accounting. We are composed of 11 professional staff and 50 student employees. Our team works regularly works together as one unit and provides for opportunities for cross-training in many different areas.

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