Business Services Professional (Open Rank Intermediate - Senior Professional)

Job Summary:

The Business Services Professional supports the Department of Dermatology's operational and strategic priorities through data analytics, reporting, process improvement, procurement, and project management activities. Working closely with departmental leadership, faculty, and staff, this position develops reports and dashboards, streamlines business processes, coordinates special projects, and supports operational initiatives that enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the department.

This individual exercises a high level of professionalism, discretion, and independent judgment while managing sensitive information and representing the department. The Business Services Professional serves as a key resource for operational support, business analysis, and the successful execution of departmental priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as departmental procurement lead, coordinating purchasing activities and monitoring expenditures.

• Participate in special projects involving operational assessments, process improvement, strategic planning, and resource allocation.

• Provide project management and analytical support for department-wide priorities and leadership initiatives.

• Assist with marketing and communications: newsletters, social media accounts, and external facing websites

• Transform data into meaningful insights, recommendations, and visualizations for operational and strategic planning.

• Lead efforts to organize and optimize departmental technology platforms, including SharePoint, shared drives, Smartsheet, websites, and other operational systems.

• Develop, document, and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Assist with system access requests, technology onboarding, and operational technology support.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

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Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 15/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Intermediate Professional Level:

• 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.

• 1 year of professional-level experience in project management, operations, or administration in a professional environment.

Senior Professional Level:

• 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.

• 2 years of professional-level experience project management, operations, or administration providing high levels of support in a professional environment.

  • A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in project management, operations, or an executive-level administrative support role

• Experience in an academic healthcare environment is strongly preferred.

• Experience managing office operations preferably in an education environment

• Experience facilitating to faculty and staff within higher education and/or medical education environment including assistance with general operations

• Experience working with University of Colorado software such as Concur and Peoplesoft.

• A master's degree in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

• Ability to manage and maintain complex, sensitive, and confidential information.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, video conferencing, phone system knowledge, and etiquette.

• Strong sense of urgency and problem-solving skills combined with the ability to prioritize projects.

• Ability to take direction and use independent judgment to coordinate various projects and meet multiple deadlines.

• Ability to effectively explain processes and procedures.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. Curriculum vitae / Resume

2. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Jennifer Nevener at Jennifer.Nevener@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until July 7, 2026

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as

• Intermediate Professional: $54,656 - 59,522

• Senior Professional: $59,087 - $75,159

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 may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

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.

ADA Statement:

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 hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.