Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
Official Title: Business Services Principal Professional
Working Title: Assessment Office Principal Professional 
FTE: Part-Time 0.45 (45%25) FTE |  
Salary Range: $36,549 – $40,397 (prorated for part time)
Position #00788069– Requisition #41427
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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*

The School of Education and Human Development (SHED) at the University of Colorado Denver is a statewide and national leader for educational quality, access and equity across the education lifespan, birth through higher education. Our undergraduate and graduate programs prepare and inspire education and mental health leaders to have a profound impact in fostering student opportunity, achievement and success in urban and diverse communities. We believe that all students, diverse in race, ethnicity, economic resources, language, fluency, abilities, geography, first-generation status, age, gender and sexual identities, deserve access to an excellent education. Our academic programs, our world-class faculty and our curriculum reflect this philosophy of inclusion and social justice. Through innovative research and partnerships, we strive to be passionate agents of change, inspiring upcoming generations to learn from the past and shape the future. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion works toward a more just and compassionate world.

The mission of the SEHD Assessment Office is to empower high-quality continuous improvement assessment and evaluation for the School of Education and Human Development and CU Denver.

Through collaboration with SEHD faculty, staff, students, and leadership, CU Denver colleagues and external partners, the SEHD Assessment Office provides leadership and expertise in designing, selecting and implementing, and managing methods and systems for 

• Academic and Co-Curricular Program Evaluation and Assessment  
• Key Performance Indicators and Student Learning Outcomes 
• Multi Modal Data Collection and Analysis (surveys, assessment management systems, focus groups) 
• Accreditation, Authorization, Program Review, and Other Reporting

Assessment Office Principal Professional 
What you will do:

The Assessment Office Principal Professional role supports (federal, state, and voluntary) external reporting and any institutional research efforts connected to the SEHD, including but not limited to strategic planning.

Accreditation, Authorization, and Other External Reporting

• Support the preparation for state and accreditation self-studies and site visits with other SEHD leaders (i.e., Associate Deans, Assistant Deans, Directors, Program Leaders).
• Manage annual and ad hoc federal, state, accreditation, and media-related reporting (i.e., Title II, SURDS, DADC, TEACH Colorado, CACREP, COAMFTE, NASP, APA, APBA, US News,).
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive portfolio of accreditation requirements, deadlines, and documentation for all SEHD programs; monitoring changes in accreditation standards and regulatory requirements and advising others including leadership on necessary adjustments.

Assessment and Outcomes Measurement

• Support the design and tracking of data related to strategic SEHD efforts, e.g., D2/D3 efforts.

Data Management and Reporting

• Develop, implement, and/or manage reporting to support both external (federal, state, accreditation) and internal data needs, using statistical software as needed and various reporting mediums that are suited to the audience (e.g., dashboards, queries, PPT, Word, Excel).
• Manage response to ad-hoc data requests from SEHD leadership, faculty, and staff.
• Partner with internal and external colleagues including SEHD IT and CU Denver OIRE teams in the collection, warehousing, and reporting of SEHD data.

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.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience, including the use of large datasets for reporting purposes.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications) 

• Master's or terminal 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. 
• Experiences with program evaluation, accreditation processes and licensure programs.
• Experience with designing data bases and quantitative analyses using large data sets. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Knowledge of and some experience with federal, state, and/or voluntary reporting in higher education.
• Knowledge of and some experience in data cleaning, analysis, and reporting with a strong attention to detail.
• 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. 
• Demonstrate a commitment to providing outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrate an exceptional understanding of access and engagement with a commitment to developing equitable practices.
• Ability to perform duties independently without guidance and direction from other professionals.
• Ability to articulate the University's mission and the importance of the strategic plan.
• Ability to manage ambiguous situations and/or information and translate them into results.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively plan and establish program goals and objectives.

Conditions of Employment 

• This role is eligible to work remote; This position follows a hybrid work structure, where employee presence on campus is expected for a minimum of 1 day/week, or 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  

• This position may be performed on site, and will require 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. 
• 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 $36,549 – $40,397 (prorated for 45%25 FTE, part time).

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  Total Compensation Calculator: 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 October 28, 2026. 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 SEHD HR at sehdhr@ucdenver.edu. 

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.