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Southeast New Mexico College

Nursing Department Coordinator

Southeast New Mexico College, Carlsbad, New Mexico, us, 88221

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Salary:

$50,439.41 - $56,744.59 Annually Location :

Carlsbad Job Type:

Full-Time Job Number:

2023000109 Department:

NURSING PROGRAM Opening Date:

08/11/2025

Examples of Duties

Required : A Bachelor Degree with one (1) year of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined. Equivalency:

An Associate Degree with three (3) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined. Any combination of education, training, and/or experience as approved by the Human Resources Department. FLSA Status:

Exempt Level:

Nine (9) Salary:

$50,439.41 - $56,744.59 DOE Background: Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools. Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support. The college's diverse employee pool includes 38 full-time faculty, 69 adjunct faculty, and 102 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website at Purpose and Scope: Under general supervision, the Nursing Department Coordinator supports the daily operations of the Nursing Program by providing administrative, clerical, and student support services. This position serves as the primary point of contact for program inquiries, assists with admissions and clinical documentation processes, maintains records, and coordinates communications between students, faculty, and external partners. The coordinator plays a key role in fostering a welcoming, student-centered environment while ensuring accurate, organized, and efficient support for program operations and compliance requirements. Duties and Responsibilities: Serve as the first point of contact by responding promptly and professionally to phone, email, and in-person inquiries from students, staff, and community members. Support the Nursing Program admissions process by tracking inquiries, managing application documentation, and maintaining organized physical and electronic student files. Prepare, edit, and format documents using Microsoft Office Suite; perform accurate data entry for program forms, student records, and compliance documentation. Maintain routine clerical and departmental records, including meeting minutes, logs, and assessment data; perform filing, scanning, faxing, and other general office duties. Assists director with advising students interested in applying for the nursing program by guiding students through the program's prerequisite requirements; giving instructions on required paperwork; HESI A2 testing, deadlines, etc. including background checks, drug screenings, immunization records, and other required documentation. Communicate with clinical agencies to provide necessary student documentation, updates, and maintain clinical site records and schedules. Assist with maintaining affiliation agreements with clinical partners, update spreadsheets and databases with contact information, expiration dates, and related documentation. Operate standard office equipment such as copiers, fax machines, calculators, and computers to support daily administrative functions. Assist with inventory management and procurement of lab and program supplies; ensure storage areas remain organized and adequately stocked. Help organize and support events, including program advisory committee meetings, campus events, and dual-credit campus tours. Perform local errands and deliveries as needed to support departmental operations; a valid driver's license is required. Provide flexible administrative support with miscellaneous duties and special projects, as assigned by the nursing director. Foster a student-centered, service-oriented environment by offering timely assistance and acting as a knowledgeable, accessible resource within the department. Actively participate in departmental meetings and SENMC committees. Understands, accepts, and abides by the College's and Nursing program's policies, procedures, philosophy, and mission statement in all College activities. Works with director on ACEN standards and criteria and helps with documentation of data collection (completion, graduation, and pass rates); compiles routine reports related to college and program accreditation; helps the director maintain and update the nursing program's Systemic Plan of Evaluation (SPE). Supports program director and faculty. Perform other job-related duties as assigned to support the overall operations and mission of the Nursing Department. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a diverse population of students, staff, and external partners. Excellent organizational and time management skills; able to set priorities and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound judgment and maintaining confidentiality in handling sensitive information. Working knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures, including professional telephone etiquette and standard office practices. Proficient in reading comprehension, accurate spelling, grammar, and performing basic arithmetic calculations. Skilled in maintaining organized, accurate records and documentation in both physical and digital formats. Knowledge of student development and resources to promote student success Ability to identify students' needs for support services to make appropriate referrals Proficient in operating standard office equipment, such as computers, multifunction printers, telephones, calculators, and fax machines. Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with the ability to create, manage, and edit documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment. Committed to delivering excellent customer service; approachable, professional, and responsive to student and departmental needs. Able to perform efficiently and maintain composure under pressure in deadline-driven situations. Affirmative Action Statement: SENMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Work Environment and Physical Demand: Reach and grasp objects Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl Use of video display terminal Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills Communicate information orally and in writing Receive and understand information through oral and written communication Proofread and check documents for accuracy Work a fluctuating work schedule Performing the essential functions of this position requires the use of a computer throughout most of the workday, the ability to navigate a typical office environment, significant amounts of interpersonal interaction including oral and written communication, and the ability to keep track of multiple tasks, projects, deadlines, information sources and business processes. This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.

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