OER Grant Program Coordinator
Requisition ID
req30355
Working Title
OER Grant 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 Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education through the U.S. Department of Education. The New Mexico Open Educational Resources Consortium Pilot Program will administering an Open Textbooks Pilot Program and will grow a consortium of New Mexico colleges that work together to support the integration of Open Educational Resources (OER). To help administer a program of this size, the Office of Digital Initiatives and Scholarly Communication, the office where the OER initiative resides, 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 outcomes assessment, diversity and inclusion initiatives, 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.
Conditions of Employment
This is a full-time, term position tied to the grant funding period, which runs through December of 2026. (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 federal Department of Education.
This is a full-time temporary position that is funded through a grant ending 12/31/2026
The University Environment
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 also acknowledge our committed relationship to Indigenous peoples. We gratefully recognize our history.
UNM is a Tier I Research Institution, a Hispanic-serving institution, and the flagship university in a majority-minority state. To support UNM’s diverse campus constituents and colleagues, the College affirms its commitment to honor diversity, ensure fairness and access, and create an environment where all employees are treated respectfully. These commitments include the support of the CULLS IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility) Committee and the College’s Anti-Racism statement.
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 working on federal grants
- Experience assessing educational outcomes
- 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
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities
Additional Requirements
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
CULLS (107A)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Term - Full-Time
Term End Date
One year from start date
Status
Non-exempt
Pay
Hourly: $18.81 - $25.56
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. n addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a 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
8/12/2024
Eligible for Remote Work
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.
Required documents: cover letter and resume. Please describe how you meet the preferred qualifications in your cover letter. Three Professional references will be requested from finalists.
For More Information on OER at UNM
https://oer.unm.edu/
