UNMTemps (Temporary Services)

  1. How do I apply for a temporary job?
  2. What is UNMTemps?
  3. What is a temporary job?
  4. How can I contact UNMTemps?
  5. Do I still need to call the availability line for a UNMTemps position?
  6. How will I know that you received my UNMTemps application?
  7. Do I have to apply for each individual temporary job I am interested in?
  8. How do I know if I qualify for a UNMTemps position?
  9. What are the key factors to success for obtaining a UNMTemps position?
  10. Which application do I use for temporary jobs?
  1. How do I apply for a temporary job?
    • The applicant will apply at unmjobs.unm.edu from any computer with Internet access for a posted temporary positions located in the Staff positions. Applications will be screened by a UNMTemps representative.
  2. What is UNMTemps?
    • UNMTemps is within the Division of Human Resources and provides temporary staff employees to UNM departments.
  3. What is a temporary job?
    • Temporary jobs are non-benefits eligible positions that fill emergent staff needs. Assignments can range from a few hours to several months.
  4. How can I contact UNMTemps?
    • For questions related to temporary positions, please contact our office at (505) 277-6947.
  5. Do I still need to call the availability line for a UNMTemps position?
    • Yes, the process remains the same.
  6. How will I know that you received my UNMTemps application?
    • Please be assured that all applications submitted through the website and confirmed by the system with a confirmation number are received and reviewed.
  7. Do I have to apply for each individual temporary job I am interested in?
    • Yes, you must submit your application for each posted position you are interested in.
  8. How do I know if I qualify for a UNMTemps position?
    • Upon applying for a UNMTemps position, you will be asked supplemental questions regarding your work and education experience. You will be required to meet the minimum qualifications based on the position requirements in order to be considered for the position for which you applied for.
  9. What are the key factors to success for obtaining a UNMTemps position?
    • Prepare a good quality application and resume which reflects all relevant education, experience, and skills. Ensure that there are no grammatical, spelling or typographic errors. Your application/resume is forwarded to the hiring department authority to select candidate(s) for interview. Call the availability line at (505) 277-3675 to report your availability to work. UNMTemps have hundreds of qualified applicants who have limitations on their schedule availability and therefore without your availability, we cannot match you for an assignment and forward your application materials.
  10. Which application do I use for temporary jobs?
    • You will fill out a Staff application and answer the work availability questions on the last page of the application.