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.

Supports Banner HR module and associated systems and applications. Provides support for and maintains Banner tables and records. Provides reporting and creates ad-hoc reporting and data to support the Payroll department and departments serviced by the HRIS function. Write report specifications, validate and test Cognos reports. Creates and executes SQL queries. Evaluates and tests system upgrades, releases and functionality. Defining data loads into Banner. Troubleshoots various system and application error and issues, researches, recommends and applies resolutions. Assists on projects and system implementation and performs related duties as assigned.

Under general direction, responsible for coordination of the collection, maintenance, analysis and distribution of administrative information used to produce university reports and special project reports which require analysis and comparison.

Assumes general responsibility for the collecting, editing, processing, and distribution of data required in the university data information systems. Assumes direct responsibility for the collection, editing, processing and distribution of several university administrative information system through a liaison role with academic and administrative offices and data-processing personnel. Consults with academic and administrative departments concerning the importance of data requirements, and aids in providing feedback information to them. Provides assistance in the preparation of special analyses and reports to the university administration and various departments. Recommends and implements new operating methods to improve data flow, collection, editing, processing and distribution. Recommends and implements new standards and procedures for administrative information. Assists in the design, development and implementation of computerized data files and information systems within the university administration. Performs related work as required.

Knowledge of university and department policies and procedures. Knowledge of the principles and practices of organization and administration; principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation. Knowledge of laboratory and field research; university structure and function.

short- and long-term planning; problem analysis and resolution; report preparation and presentation; interpersonal and organizational communication, both oral and written.

Ability to direct, evaluate, train and supervise the work of assigned personnel; develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct activities; analyze and evaluate information; respond quickly to requests from university administrators, legislators and stakeholders; communicate verbally and in writing about technical topics to general audience.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

One (1) year of experience related to the standard duties as outlined.

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.