Program Coordinator

Requisition ID req38467

Working Title Program Coordinator

Position Grade 10

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator will assist in the planning and coordination of the day-to-day fiscal, administrative, and operational activities of a University of New Mexico grant program sponsored by the Department of Labor. The New Mexico Open Educational Resources Consortium Phase II Program will continue and expand an Open Textbooks Pilot Program with several New Mexico colleges, as they work together to support the integration of Open Educational Resources (OER) into higher education classrooms. To help administer a program of this size, the Learning, Research, and Engagement unit in the UNM University Libraries will need additional support with reporting on our outcomes on the grant, budgeting the activities, and collaborating with stakeholders, and this program coordinator will fill that role.

The program coordinator will provide administrative support for the day-to-day fiscal, administrative, and operational activities related to a program of this size. This individual’s primary responsibilities for the project will be to assist the program director with grant implementation and compliance with the guidelines for a grant. The ideal candidate for this position will have grant management experience as well as a compelling interest in data collection, outcomes assessment, OER advocacy, and student success. Additional duties will include assisting with grant planning and administration, fiscal, budgetary, and/or other associated transactions, program implementation and administration, internal and external operational/administrative liaison, program marketing, and reporting.

This is a full-time, term position tied to the grant funding period, which runs through September of 2028. (with new funding this position may be extended beyond the initial grant period). This position will report administratively to the University of New Mexico but supports a grant-funded program accountable to New Mexico’s Higher Education Department and the Department of Labor.

This is a full-time termed position that is funded through a grant ending 09/30/2028.

UNM is a Tier I Research Institution. To support UNM’s campus constituents and colleagues, the College of University Libraries & Learning Sciences (CULLS) affirms its commitment to honor diversity, ensure fairness and access, and create an environment where all employees are treated respectfully.

CULLS Includes the Organization, Information and Learning Sciences (OILS) academic program, and the UNM Press. University Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Greater Western Library Alliance, and the New Mexico Consortium of Academic Libraries. University Libraries contains over 3 million volumes and includes three central campus libraries: Centennial Science & Engineering Library, Fine Arts & Design Library, and Zimmerman Library (humanities, social sciences, and education). A fourth facility, the South Campus Repository, serves as a long-term offsite repository for library collections.

Founded in 1889, the University of New Mexico sits on the traditional homelands of the Pueblo of Sandia. The original peoples of New Mexico – Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache – since time immemorial, have deep connections to the land and have made significant contributions to the broader community statewide. We honor the land itself and those who remain stewards of this land throughout the generations and acknowledge our committed relationship to Indigenous peoples. We gratefully recognize our history.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

If this position is assigned to the Athletics Department, either administratively or functionally, compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required. 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. 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.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 5 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

• Experience designing programming for individuals traditionally underrepresented in higher education
• Familiarity with Open Educational Resources and online learning platforms
• Proficient in researching library databases
• Experience assessing educational outcomes and collecting assessment data
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Experience working on federal grants
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with various stakeholder groups both internal and external to an educational setting
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Additional Requirements

Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department CULLS (107A)

Employment Type Staff

Staff Type Term - Full-Time

Term End Date One year from date of hire

Status Non-Exempt

Pay Hourly: $19.76-$26.85

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 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 11/24/2026

Eligible for Hiring Incentive

Eligible for Remote Work

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Application Instructions

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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 this link. Refer to this link for a definition of Regular Staff.