Program Coordinator

The College of Education & Human Sciences (COEHS) seeks applicants for the Program Coordinator position to support the Institute for Professional Development (IPD), a Level 2 Research Center and Institute within the college.

The mission of IPD is to enhance student learning by providing innovative, high-quality professional development opportunities for educators and professionals. IPD collaborates with pre-K-12 schools, higher education institutions, school districts, community organizations, and the New Mexico Public Education Department to strengthen teaching, learning, research, and service across New Mexico and beyond. Our work is grounded in collaboration, strategic planning, and culturally responsive implementation, with a commitment to continuous improvement through data-informed evaluation and measurable outcomes.

Under the supervision of the IPD Director, the Program Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative, fiscal, and operational support for multiple grants, contracts, and professional development initiatives. This position plays a key role in the day-to-day operations of the institute and requires strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.

• Providing day-to-day fiscal management and budget support for grants and projects.
• Coordinating administrative operations and providing support to IPD staff, faculty, and project partners.
• Maintaining ongoing communication with internal and external stakeholders, including school districts, state agencies, higher education institutions, and community organizations.
• Assisting with program marketing, outreach, recruitment, and dissemination of project information.
• Assisting in preparing reports, maintaining project documentation, and supporting grant compliance requirements.
• Coordinating and monitoring professional development courses, participant enrollment, and project timelines.
• Managing specialized databases, records, inventories, equipment, and facility resources.
• Collecting, organizing, and maintaining project data to support reporting, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Assisting with the planning, coordination, and implementation of meetings, conferences, workshops, and statewide professional learning events.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• 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.

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.

• Bachelors degree
• Prior experience with UNM systems (Banner, LoboMart, ChromeRiver, etc.)
• Ability to meet requirements to obtain and use a UNM PCard for IPD expenses

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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.

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