Business Services Coordinator

Position Details
University of Colorado Denver
Official Title: Business Services Professional
Working Title: Business Services Coordinator
FTE: Full-time
Salary Range: $59400 - $60737
Position # Requisition #38802

About the University of Colorado Denver Anschutz Medical Campus
CU Denver and the CU Anschutz Medical Campus serve as vital pillars of the University of Colorado system. Located in the heart of the city CU Denver helps make education work for all by offering unique opportunities at a premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand top-ranked bachelors masters and doctoral degree programs across seven schools and colleges. Just a few miles away in Aurora the CU Anschutz Medical Campus is a nationally recognized academic medical campus home to six health professional schools more than 60 centers and institutes and two nationally ranked hospitalsUCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Childrens Hospital Coloradowhich together see more than 2.6 million patient visits annually.
While on separate campuses the two universities collaborate in key areas to provide comprehensive support for students faculty and staff. The results are powerful: Together CU Denver and CU Anschutz Medical Campus have earned an R1 classification for conducting cutting-edge and life-changing research that creates impact in our communities. Additionally for more than a decade they have received a national Military Friendly School designation. For more information visit and .

Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at *
The Business Services Coordinator is a critical member of the Student Life & Campus Community (SLCC) team and serves as the primary point of contact for business services and financial operations. This position oversees and supports unit business processes including budget tracking and reconciliation purchasing travel contracts and procurement compliance. The role provides direct budgetary support to the Director by monitoring expenditures forecasting usage and completing monthly reconciliations while maintaining a working knowledge of all applicable university policies related to procurement human resources budget events and travel.
In addition this position serves as backup support for SLCC human resources processes and plays a key role in maintaining strong relationships with CU Denver student organizations advisors campus partners staff and faculty. The Procurement Coordinator provides programmatic and operational support as needed and contributes to the overall success of SLCC initiatives by ensuring efficient compliant and student-centered business operations.
The position reports to the Director of Student Life and Campus Community.

Business Services Coordinator:
What you will do:
Under guidance from the Director of Student Life manages the primary Student Life & Campus Community operating budget ensuring compliance with university and system policies and maintaining accurate fiscal records.
Monitors student wage and operating budgets forecasts expenditures and proactively communicates with leadership when spending approaches established thresholds.
Serves as the primary purchaser for Student Life & Campus Community and provides secondary coordination of all procurement and financial operations including procurement and travel cards purchase orders contracts cash controls billing reimbursements and budget audits/reports.
Acts as the primary financial and purchasing resource for the SGA Finance & Funding Committee coordinating purchasing and contracts for CU Denver student organizations and supporting transparent stewardship of student fee funds.
Collaborates closely with the Student Involvement Team including conducting weekly check-ins to address procurement needs purchasing timelines and funding-related questions.
Provides financial support by facilitating quarterly PSC and process trainings for staff and holding monthly meetings with budget managers to provide guidance for compliance with purchasing policy and best practices.
Submits reports and reconciliation to the PSC in a timely manner to ensure compliance with Procurement policies and procedures.
Maintains secondary oversight of the purchase request system within the MyLynx engagement platform to ensure efficient and compliant workflow.
Serves as backup to the SLCC HR Liaison for hiring processes and assists with onboarding payroll coordination and compliance as needed.
Support other Student Life areas with purchasing questions and the execution of contracts or purchase orders beyond the P-Card limit
Performs additional duties as assigned to support the operational and financial success of the Office of Student Life & Campus Community.
Additional Responsibilities may include:
Assist with other departmental-sponsored events and activities throughout the year.
Communication and collaboration with CU Denver students faculty and staff.
Serve in other areas as directed by the Director of Student Life.
Combination of day and evening hours with some occasional weekend work.
Coordinating and picking up approved off-campus purchases and deliveries for student organizations to ensure timely and efficient distribution of materials and supplies.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
A bachelors degree in education communication social science women and gender studies psychology computer science information systems business health sciences physical sciences public administration business administration higher education counseling hospitality liberal arts finance accounting human services student affairs or a directly related field from an accredited institution and
1 (one) year of professional level experience purchasing and interpreting procurement policies

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelors degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)
Extensive experience in office administration/coordination with responsibilities in areas such as information technology assessment management communications event management and working with upper-level administrators and managers.
Experience in university or academic environments.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Demonstrate an exceptional understanding of access and engagement with a commitment to developing equitable practices.
Extremely high level organizational skills and attention to detail
Resourcefulness and ability to problem-solve and take initiative; ability to anticipate needs and priorities. Flexible and collaborative yet able to work effectively with a high degree of independence.
Strong grasp of office protocols and professional practices; pleasant and professional demeanor diplomacy and good judgment.
Ability to function in a front-line fast-paced student centered and developmentally focused higher education environment.

Conditions of Employment
Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required.
This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office as needed based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.

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.
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 .

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 $59400 - $60737.
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 Universitys 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: Compensation Calculator: Deadline
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by February 20th 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Required Application Materials:
To apply please visit: 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: Jarrick Brown at

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.