Front Desk Associate

Student Intermediate Level

Front Desk Associate

$15.00 Hourly

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Off Campus Work Study (454F)

Student Employment

Non-Exempt

Yes

11 / 12 / 2025

Position Summary

Organization : The Grief Center

Location : 4125 Carlisle Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award

Position Purpose :

This position's purpose is to support The Grief Center (TGC) in pursuit of achieving our mission, to provide a safe and supportive environment for those who grieve. The Administrative Assistant / Front Desk Support (AA) has responsibility for ensuring that an office is organized and that daily tasks are completed efficiently. This position works with all departments. The Front Desk Associate is the first impression of The Grief Center and needs to be able to communicate the mission, values, and culture of the organization. Willing to take on extra administrative tasks, as and when required by the Administrative Manager (AM) and / or the ED.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Greet and screen visitors with grace and courtesy. Direct Tenant clients to the Wellness Suite waiting area and / or announce to Tenant as per their preferred method. Notify appropriate TGC staff of visitors and either have them wait in the lobby or escort them to the appropriate staff member's office. Answer and screen telephone calls, forwarding calls or taking messages as appropriate. Sign for deliveries and forward all materials delivered to the appropriate staff member in a timely manner.

Work Schedule : Friday, 11AM - 1 : 30PM (2.5 hours weekly)

Preferred Qualifications

Skills and Knowledge :

Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, in English with attention to all spelling, punctuation, grammar, and neatness, as well as professional language and demeanor. Ability to communicate orally in Spanish, with attention to professional language and demeanor. Preferred Ability to relate well in cross-cultural environments Standard office equipment (phone, fax, copier, scanner, voice mail, email) Able and willing to work an irregular and flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, based on Agency needs Microsoft 365 Intermediate Skills MS Word Intermediate Skills MS Excel Intermediate Skills MS PowerPoint Intermediate Skills

Work Environment / Physical Requirements :

Physical requirements include walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching. The workplace requires use of a computer and standard office equipment. Required to lift or move up to 25 pounds unassisted and 26+ assisted.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. Please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume. MUST have a Work-Study Award. Background Check required.

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.