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.

Manage operations of the Central Property department (organizationally the Central Property department falls under Procurement Services). Develop policies and procedures that safeguard NMSU assets and ensure compliance with Federal and State statutes and NMSU administrative policy. Maintain all appropriate records of transactions relating to sale and disposition of surplus property. Generate financial reports for sales, projections, monitor and approve expenditures (PCard and AggieMart) and manage department budget. Prepare disbursements to departments for proceeds from sales of surplus property. Receive capital assets and work with Sponsored Projects Accounting to ensure accurate tagging of assets and maintenance of asset records. Maintain relationships with suppliers, auction houses, and NMSU faculty and staff. Provide data as needed to executive management and auditors. Manage vehicle administration (registration, intake process, disposal process) including driving to tagging appointments and meetings.

Administers the financial business affairs of an organization. Develops and evaluates internal operating policies and procedures. Develops budgetary controls and prepares financial reports. Establishes priorities for major purchases. Manages the day-to-day operations of fiscal support units such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other accounting functions, ensuring compliance with university, state and federal policies and regulations.

Manages the day-to-day operations of fiscal support units, ensuring compliance with university, state and federal policies and regulations. Oversees the supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, training, promotion and enforcement of internal procedures and controls, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.Develops budgets and ensures budget compliance; directs expense and revenue forecasting and control, cash management, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. Interacts and coordinates with unit management to develop financial projections for the component, identifying fiscal risks and opportunities. Coordinates and produces financial, budget, and other special reports, proposals, and analyses for management, to include monthly financial statements and/or funds distribution reports. Reviews and approves expenditure documents for budgets monitored by this position. Interacts with internal and external auditors and participates in occasional auditing projects or provides information and access to accounting records.Advises and interprets policies to faculty, staff, and outside persons such as vendors, funding source representatives, and customers; explains billings and reports, and resolves related problems. Develops and implements systems and processes to establish and maintain records for the operating unit. Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short-and long-range planning; develops and implements projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals. Participates in the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient and safe operation of the unit. Represents the organization at various community meetings or task forces; promotes existing and new programs and/or policies. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned .

Knowledge of cash management principles and/or procedures. Knowledge of contracting process and associated local, state, federal, and other regulations. Knowledge of marketing strategies, processes, and available resources.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment. Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management. Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures. Employee development and performance management skills.

Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections. Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals. Ability to effectively communicate accounting information, policies, and/or procedures in a manner easily understood by the customer. Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. Ability to develop financial plans and manage resources.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Five (5) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined.

Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office products; valid New Mexico driver’s license.

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.