The purpose of the NNMC Staff Association and Senate:
To represent the interests of all staff and serve as a vital advisory body on matters related to the general welfare, success, and engagement of staff at Northern New Mexico College. The Staff Association shall serve as a representative voice for NNMC staff in communication with college leadership. The Staff Senate is the governing body of the Association.
The Staff Association does not replace or override NNMC policies and procedures but may make recommendations for their adoption or amendment. The Association may also advocate for improvements in working conditions, compensation, and staff engagement. The Association shall not override collective bargaining agreements or union representation where applicable, and does not have authority over matters covered by existing labor contracts.
Standing Committees
- Executive: Comprised of the President, Vice-President, and Secretary/Treasurer
- President’s Staff Advisory Committee (PSAC): to serve on the President’s Staff Advisory Committee and regularly report and advise the executive leadership team. This committee shall include the President and two Senators as elected by the Senate in the first meeting of the year. No more than one member of any area may be represented.
- Budget: To Be Determined
- Health, Safety, and Campus Climate: To Be Determined
- Personnel: To address and advise on issues related to Classification and Compensation, Staff Handbook, Performance Evaluations, and Organizational Structure. Policies & Procedures is a working group within the Personnel committee.
- Space / Infrastructure / Beautification: To Be Determined