**Assistant to the Chancellor** **University of Colorado Denver** Assistant to the Chancellor-36125 University Staff **Description** **_Position Details_** **University of Colorado | Denver** **Official Title: Business Services Senior Professional** **Working Title:** **Assistant to the Chancellor** **FTE:** **Full-time** **Salary Range:** **$71,427 - $78,945** **Position #00781814 - Requisition #36125** **Join the University of Colorado Denver** About the University of Colorado - Denver (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5986115&targetURL=https://www.ucdenver.edu/about-cu-denver) The University of Colorado Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research, and 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 $800 million. For more information, visit ucdenver.edu . **Job Description** * Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5986115&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) * As a critical member of the Chancellor's team, the Assistant to the Chancellor provides administrative and technical support to the Chancellor's Office and the Chancellor. Reporting to the Executive Assistant to the Chancellor, this position supports the Chancellor's goals by ensuring that scheduling, communication, and meeting/event logistics are accurate and managed promptly. As a key point of contact for the Chancellor, this position interacts on their behalf with students, faculty, staff, and the greater Denver community. Areas of core responsibility include managing the Chancellor's calendar and executive travel, liaising with key offices on CU Denver's campus and across the CU System, expense reimbursement, event support, and other projects as needed. Working in tandem with the Executive Assistant, this person will take initiative to achieve goals and objectives, while maintaining confidentiality and supporting positive working relationships. The role requires strong organizational and project management skills, effective problem solving, and the ability to handle complex tasks under pressure. **Assistant to the Chancellor** **What you will do:** + Under the direction of the Executive Assistant to the Chancellor, oversee the Chancellor's calendar with a strategic approach, ensuring engagements are meticulously reviewed, prioritized, and that all necessary materials are prepared in advance. + Implement and maintain advanced systems to track and manage all scheduling requests, ensuring clear and timely communication with internal and external stakeholders. + Efficiently manage and prioritize requests for the Chancellor's time, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. + Conduct in-depth research, gather, organize, and synthesize information to create comprehensive briefings, ensuring the Chancellor is thoroughly prepared for all meetings and engagements. + Oversee and coordinate all aspects of the Chancellor's executive travel, including complex bookings and reservation management. + Develop and implement processes to enhance the operational efficiency of the Chancellor's Office. + Draft and manage high-level correspondence and materials, handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion. + Lead the planning and execution of key meetings and events, including logistics, room reservations, and catering, in collaboration with the Executive Assistant to the Chancellor and other senior officials. + Oversee general office administration and operations, including facility management, supplies inventory, timesheets, expense reports, memberships, and subscriptions. + Foster strong partnerships with various administrators and departments to support the Chancellor's initiatives. + Champion a positive, welcoming, and service-oriented culture within the Office of the Chancellor. + Ensure strict adherence to all University of Colorado policies and governance standards. + Lead and manage special projects and initiatives as directed by the Chancellor and Executive Assistant. + Other responsibilities as needed. **_This description is a summary only and describes the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority._** **Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)** + **_Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited institution_** + Two (2) years senior-level executive support experience + Proven knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint **Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)** + Four (4) years senior-level executive support experience. + At least four (4) years of experience working in a complex environment with progressive responsibility; experience supporting higher education executives preferred. + Experience working with Concur, or similar, procurement and travel software. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** + Ability to establish work priorities, strong organizational skills and attention to detail + Excellent research and writing skills; ability to manage complex and sensitive situations + Ability to maintain confidentiality + Ability to assess processes and redevelop them to meet key objectives + Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion + Ability to work both individually and as a team to accomplish shared goals + Ability to interact positively with students, faculty, staff and visitors + Desire to learn university policies and procedures, and ability to apply them + Proficiency with communication, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and scheduling software (such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Adobe Professional) **Conditions of Employment** + Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required. **Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements** + The ability to sit for extended periods, stand and walk occasionally, reach with hands and arms, use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse, and have good near vision for computer work;often requiring minimal lifting, but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers. + Judging the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things. + Gathering, collating, or classifying information about data, people, or things. Reporting and/or carrying out a prescribed action in relation to the evaluation is frequently involved. + Determining time, place, and sequence of operations or action to be taken on the basis of analysis of data. May include prioritizing multiple responsibilities and/or accomplishing them simultaneously. + Talking with and/or listening to and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, includes giving/receiving assignments and/or directions. + Dealing with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors in a tactful, congenial, personal manner so as not to alienate or antagonize them. As of 7/1/2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19, but is not required. COVID recommendations and information can be found at: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5986115&targetURL=https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus) **Compensation and Benefits** The salary range ( _or hiring range_ ) for this position has been established at $71,427 - $78,945. 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-services/benefits (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5986115&targetURL=https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits) Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5986115&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125) **Application Deadline** + Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by February 19, 2025. 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5986115&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) and attach: 1. A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications 2. A current CV/resume 3. List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references) **Background Check Policy** 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. **Diversity and Equity** 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5986115&targetURL=workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu) . The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment. **Questions should be directed to Tawnya Boulier, tawnya.boulier@ucdenver.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5986115&targetURL=tawnya.boulier@ucdenver.edu)** **Application Materials Required:** Cover Letter, Resume/CV **Job Category:** Business Services **Primary Location:** Denver **Department:** U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 30001 - ADM CHAN-DEN Chancellor's Off **Schedule:** Full-time **Posting Date:** Feb 6, 2025 **Unposting Date:** Ongoing **Posting Contact Name:** Tawnya Boulier **Posting Contact Email:** Tawnya.Boulier@UCDenver.edu **Position Number:** 00781814 **To apply, please visit: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=36125&lang=en (https://apptrkr.com/5986115)** Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. 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