University of New Mexico·Albuquerque, New Mexico
The Office Assistant will serve as the primary point of contact for the Athletics department, managing front desk operations and greeting visitors. Responsibilities also include handling incoming calls, distributing mail, and performing general administrative tasks such as filing and operating office equipment.
Requisition IDreq37534 Working TitleOffice Assistant - Athletics Pay$13.00 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentAthletics Administration (925C1) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeStudent Employment StatusNon-Exempt Background Check RequiredNo For Best Consideration Date8/19/2026 Position SummaryThe University of New Mexico Department of Athletics is looking for a dependable and enthusiastic student to serve as the welcoming face and first point of contact for Lobo Athletics. In the role of Office Assistant, you will support daily front desk operations while delivering outstanding customer service to Lobo fans, donors, staff, and student-athletes.
The ideal candidate will be reliable, personable, and responsible, with a strong commitment to customer service.
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 updated resume. 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 position is open to students and requires a dependable, personable, and responsible individual. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to customer service and the ability to perform standard office duties.
Market context
In New Mexico, athletics office assistant roles are typically driven by school and campus operations that need reliable front-office support during active sports seasons. These positions can be competitive because they often favor candidates who are dependable, personable, and comfortable with customer service and routine office tasks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to show punctuality, communication skills, and any student scheduling flexibility.