[Hiring] Administrative Hearing Advisor @University of New Mexico

Role Description

This is a part-time position (0.50) with the UNM Administrative Hearing Office. The Administrative Hearing Office is an independent office that coordinates and conducts virtual administrative hearings for the University Community. Our office provides an impartial virtual hearing space to resolve allegations of violations of various University Administrative Policies. The goal of the hearing process is to resolve allegations of discrimination, Title IX matters, student conduct violations, personnel matters, and other related matters. UNM Administrative Hearings are designed to gather information and determine facts in a neutral, respectful setting. Our hearings are governed by University Administrative Procedures, not traditional courtroom rules—allowing us to focus on ensuring fairness and applying university policy in a structured, but less formal setting.

An Administrative Hearing Advisor (Advisor) does not provide legal representation but offers support and guidance through the UNM Administrative Hearing process. An Advisor guides their advisee, who may be a Complainant or Respondent, attends proceedings, conducts cross-examination during the virtual hearing, and meets with their advisee throughout the process, at the advisee’s discretion. It is common to interact with advisees that have experienced emotionally complicated situations and/or traumatic situations.

A successful Advisor is knowledgeable in and adheres to the UNM Administrative Hearing Procedures and University Administrative Policies, practices a trauma-informed approach, and exercises discretion and maintains the highest standards of confidentiality. You will be required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) regarding your role and information received from the institution.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the UNM Administrative Hearing Procedures and University Administrative Policies
• Advise ethically, with integrity, and in good faith
• Explain the UNM Administrative Hearing Process to advisees
• Assist advisees identify relevant witnesses and any new evidence, at the advisee’s discretion
• Attend the virtual Pre-Hearing Conference and the virtual Hearing for all advisees
• Conduct cross-examination of hearing participants, as applicable, on behalf of the party
• Assist the advisee prepare questions and prepare to be questioned, at the advisee’s discretion
• Maintain the privacy of any information and records shared with Advisors
• Attend weekly team meetings
• Participate in trainings and special projects when limited hearings are scheduled

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a directly related field; at least 3 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

• Juris Doctorate (JD) preferred.
• Cross Examination Experience
• Experience with Title IX

Additional Requirements

• The Hearing Office schedules proceedings on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Proceedings can last 45 min- 6+ hours. The Hearing Office may occasionally need to schedule proceedings on different days/times.

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

Hearing Office (431A)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular - Part-Time

Pay

Hourly: $28.41 - $40.65

Benefits

• This is a benefits eligible position.
• The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.

Background Check Required

No

Eligible for Remote Work

Yes

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. Please provide a resume and a cover letter. If selected for the position, the office may require an official copy of your transcripts sent from your most recent institution.