New Mexico State University invites you to apply to be a part of a diverse, dynamic and welcoming learning and working environment in Las Cruces, NM. NMSU seeks employees who are creative and flexible in developing and evaluating new ideas and ways to evolve NMSU into the future. Located in the borderlands and adjacent to the mighty Rio Grande, NMSU is a proud Hispanic-serving institution in the minority-majority state of New Mexico. Southern New Mexico features an average of 294 days of sunshine annually, making NMSU ideal for job-seekers who enjoy hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and bird-watching. NMSU is committed to sustainability through improving and maintaining the quality of human life while preserving the integrity, stability, and beauty of ecological systems for the future. We are looking for student-centered employees with a passion for success. NMSU invites you to take the first step to your successful and rewarding career by applying today.

NMSU is New Mexico’s land-grant and space-grant institution, a comprehensive research institution dedicated to teaching, research, public service and outreach. In addition, the NMSU system includes a satellite learning center in Albuquerque, Cooperative Extension Service offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, and 12 agriculture research and science centers. New Mexico State University is the institution of choice for more than 15,000 students from 49 states and 89 foreign countries.

The City of Las Cruces is the second largest city in New Mexico and is located in Doña Ana County, approximately 45 miles north of El Paso, Texas, and 225 miles south of Albuquerque. Las Cruces is the economic and geographic center of the Mesilla Valley, the agricultural region on the floodplain of the Rio Grande which extends from Hatch to the west side of El Paso, Texas. The Organ Mountains, 10 miles to the east, are dominant in the city’s landscape, along with the Doña Ana Mountains, Robledo Mountains, and Picacho Peak. Las Cruces lies within a short driving distance of the Mexican border at Santa Teresa, as well as many other locations in the broader borderland region.

Geography, climate, demographics, and ambiance of Las Cruces and NMSU combine to offer a truly excellent place to thrive. Family members will discover a warm, open community that offers an attractive array of activities and outdoor recreation, amenities, services and opportunities, whether they are looking for top-notch education, meaningful employment, or simply a safe and comfortable place to live.

Provides facilities management and support services for a specified University unit or component; coordinates activities of supporting organizations to assure continuity and smooth operation of the facility. Maintains usage and maintenance records. May perform or oversee clerical, marketing, and public liaison functions associated with the facility. May assist in space management function and possess specialized skills, such as drafting. May supervise skilled/craft, or facilities technicians.

Coordinates the maintenance of facilities, buildings, and equipment, as appropriate, to ensure optimum functionality; identifies, assesses, negotiates as necessary, and resolves building maintenance and usage problems. Serves as liaison between facility operations and physical plant operations; recommends correction of deficiencies; coordinates remodeling activities, as appropriate to the position. Schedules space usage, controls key issuance and building security; prepares calendars and maintains records. Oversees events held at facility; interacts with caterers, and/or auxiliary staff as appropriate to the specific event. Oversees and coordinates day-to-day on-site public assistance activities such as security escort, public information, and/or visitor transport services, as appropriate to the position. Provides technical support and troubleshooting of equipment, as appropriate to the specific position, which may include telecommunications and computer hardware and software. Prepares scheduled and periodic reports of facility usage, maintenance, and condition. Maintains and orders equipment and supplies for facility operations. May operate heavy equipment for grounds maintenance, as appropriate to the specific position. May supervise and/or lead lower graded staff and/or student employees. Performs various clerical duties as required, including logging and routing incoming mail, light typing, and preparation of outgoing mail. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control. Knowledge of building design, construction, and maintenance. Knowledge of the operational and maintenance characteristics of a range of electronic office equipment.

Records maintenance skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and customer service orientation. Organizing and coordinating skills. Skill in utilizing building security and lock systems and procedures. Clerical and basic office skills.

Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events. Ability to schedule events and/or facilities usage.

High School diploma or GED certificate.

Three (3) years of experience related to the standard duties as outlined.

Knowledge of fleet management to include software, vehicle maintenance, safety, replacement and billing.

The electronic application is the official document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.