University of Colorado Denver
University Staff
Description
Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
Official Title:
Business Blended Services Senior Professional
Working Title: Business Career Center Senior Operations
Specialist
FTE: Full Time 1.0 (100%) FTE | Hybrid
Salary Range: $66,600 -
$73,500
Position #00723067- Requisition #39394
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About the
University of Colorado Denver
Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation, research, and learning meet
in the heart of a global city. We’re the state’s premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top-ranked
bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. We partner with diverse learners-at any stage of their life and career-for
transformative educational experiences. Across seven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to
solve complex challenges and produce impactful creative work. As part of the state’s largest university system, CU Denver is a major
contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $665 million. To learn more about how CU Denver
helps learners meet their moment, visit ucdenver.edu.
Job
Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers
*
Business Career Center Senior Operations Specialist:
What you will do:
Budget &
Procurement
- Set criteria for vendor license renewals and process annual renewal invoices.
- Partner with the BCC Director
and Assistant Director to develop and manage the career fair budget for biannual events. - Research, evaluate, and recommend new
vendors that offer high-quality and cost-effective services. - Build and maintain strong, productive vendor
relationships.
Operations Oversight
- Partner with the BCC Director and Assistant Director to shape new strategies and
priorities for the BCC. - Collaborate on new programming and initiatives, including identifying local and national employers for
internships, job placement, and student engagement activities. - Produce quarterly and annual reports summarizing BCC outcomes,
placement data, accreditation metrics, and other key performance information. - Serve as the department liaison to students, faculty,
staff, employers, and community organizations for BCC programs and events. - Manage the BCC employer database and related data sources
that support Business School students and events (Career Fairs, Employer Spotlights, Panels, and Career & Professional Development
courses). - Conduct market research by designing and administering Employment and First Destination Surveys, monitoring response
rates, analyzing results, and presenting findings to BCC leadership and stakeholders. - Advise employers on BCC processes, services,
and opportunities to engage with Business School talent. - Lead and manage the interface between students and employers; collaborate
with the BCC Director to provide high-level relationship management, assist with job postings, navigate CU systems, and ensure employer
satisfaction. - Contribute to marketing strategies and collateral that promote BCC services, events, and opportunities to employers,
organizations, faculty, and students. - Supervise one or more Graduate or Undergraduate Student Assistants, including recruiting,
interviewing, training, scheduling, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and providing coaching. - Serve as system administrator
for Handshake, Canvas, Coursera, CVENT, Big Interview, and CareerLeader; coordinate with campus partners and vendors to build student lists,
track usage, and recommend licensing levels. - Lead special projects assigned by the Director and Assistant Director, including
process improvements, technology adoption initiatives, and strategies to enhance student engagement and retention.
Event
Management
- Manage and execute BCC student events in collaboration with the Director and Assistant Director, including budgets,
logistics, marketing, catering, AV, speaker coordination, and pre-/post-event metrics. - Facilitate student programs such as
workshops, industry treks, and Career & Professional Development classes. - Organize strategic employer visits and presentations for
students, including scheduling, room setup, marketing, registration tracking, catering, delivery, and follow-up with both students and
employer partners. - Represent the Business Career Center at internal meetings and external events, including student organizations,
community groups, nonprofit events, and fundraising activities.
Qualifications you already possess (Minimum
Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- A bachelor’s degree in business,
business administration, finance, accounting, education, social sciences, healthcare administration, public administration, communications,
information systems, or a directly related field from an accredited institution. - Two (2) years of experience in office operations
including budgets, procurement and events.
Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred
Qualifications)
- Three (3) years of experience in office operations including budgets, procurement and
events. - Experience in a higher education setting or non-profit.
- Experience working with external
stakeholders.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Professional background with the ability to collaborate and
coordinate with both internal and external stakeholders in a small-team, high-activity environment. - Excellent event planning skills,
with attendee survey experience; corporate event planning experience is optimal. - Strong communication skills at all levels within
the organization. - Relies on experience and judgment to plan and establish goals.
- Works independently, well-organized, and
self-confident; excellent follow-up skills, self-starter. - Proficient with database development and management; reporting skills for
analysis and accreditation. - Excellent MS office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
- Ability to manage
direct reports and train students on systems, processes, and procedures; act as a role model for professional
behavior.
Conditions of Employment
- This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees work in
the office 3 days a week.
Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements
- This position may be
performed in a hybrid or remote environment, requiring the ability to work effectively in a remote setting. This includes maintaining a
dedicated workspace free of excessive noise or distractions, reliable internet connectivity, and the ability to participate in virtual
meetings for extended periods. Employees must be able to independently manage time, remain stationary for prolonged computer-based work, and
transport necessary equipment (such as a laptop and peripherals) between their remote work location and the office as needed.
CU is
an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We
are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all
backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The University will provide reasonable
accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the
Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu.
Employment Sponsorship
Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa
sponsorship.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established
at $66,600 – $73,537.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not
limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the
University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible
for overtime compensation. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides
generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-s
ervices/benefits Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete
applications received by Apr 7, 2026, 11:59:00 PM. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Required
Application Materials
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and
attach:
- A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
- A current
CV/resume - List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)
Questions
should be directed to Tilda Gross Tilda.Gross@ucdenver.edu.
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical,
research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks
prior to any final appointment/employment.
Special Instructions to
Applicants: Required Application Materials To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach: A
cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications A current CV/resume List of three references (we
will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references) Questions should be directed to Tilda Gross Tilda.Gross@ucdenver.edu.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter,
Resume/CV, List of References Application Materials Instructions: Application Deadline Applications will be accepted until the position
is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by [2 weeks after posting go live]. Those who do not apply by this
date may or may not be considered.
Job Category: Business Services
Primary Location: Denver
Department: U0001 — Anschutz Med Campus or Denver – 30055 – Business School
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Mar 24, 2026
Unposting Date: Apr 8, 2026, 5:59:00 AM
Posting Contact Name: Tilda
Gross
Posting Contact Email: Tilda.Gross@ucdenver.edu
Position
Number: 00723067
To apply, please visit: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=39394&lang=en
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