Business Operations Professional

University of Colorado; Aurora (CO); Remote; USD 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(a) employer contribution

Paid time off: 22 vacation, 15 sick, 9

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks a Business Operations Professional to provide comprehensive operational, financial, and administrative support for the Center for Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention. You will coordinate procurement, monitor grants, track expenditures, prepare reports, and assist with recruitment and onboarding.

The role engages with Center leadership, ensures compliance with funding rules, and supports program initiatives while enabling efficient service

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, public administration, or related field.
• 1 year of professional level experience in business administration or operations.
• Substitution of education with related experience is allowed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support day-to-day Center operations with leadership.
• Manage procurement, vendor payments, sponsorships, and invoices.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and assist with contract terms.
• Track grant deliverables, expenditures, timelines, and outcomes.
• Support grant applications and project administration processes.
• Provide recruitment and onboarding support, scheduling interviews.
• Coordinate meetings, trainings, travel, and events to improve efficiency.

Skills

Operational experience

Budget & grants familiarity

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Substitution: education/experience acceptable

1 year professional operations experience

Tools

Procurement process knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

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

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences – Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention

Job Title: Business Operations Professional

Position #: 00799058 – Requisition #: 41373

The Center for Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention coordinates Colorado’s response to the misuse of medications such as opioids, stimulants, and sedatives. The Center’s mission is to reduce prescription drug misuse in Colorado by developing policies, programs, and partnerships with the state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community coalitions to address one of Colorado’s major public health crises. The Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention (Consortium) is the community engagement core of the Center. The Center is supported by and located at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus.

The Business Operations Professional provides comprehensive operational, financial, and administrative support for the Center for Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention. This position is responsible for coordinating procurement and vendor activities, monitoring grant and program deliverables, tracking expenditures, preparing reports, supporting recruitment and onboarding activities, and coordinating events and special projects. The role ensures efficient business operations, compliance with funding and procurement requirements, and effective support of the Center’s public health programs and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the day-to-day operations of the Center, including planning, organizing, and implementing administrative and programmatic activities in partnership with Center leadership.
• Manage procurement and financial processes, including purchase orders, honoraria payments, vendor payments, sponsorships, invoices, expense reimbursements, and related financial documentation.
• Evaluate vendor proposals, recommend vendor selections, and assist with negotiating pricing, services, and contract terms to support Center projects and initiatives.
• Administer grant and program activities by tracking deliverables, expenditures, timelines, and outcomes, and preparing regular progress and financial reports for leadership and funding requirements.
• Support grant application and project administration processes, including coordinating requests for applications, organizing review activities, and maintaining accurate program records and documentation.
• Provide administrative support for recruitment, onboarding, and employee transitions, including scheduling interviews, coordinating orientation activities, and ensuring staff have the resources necessary to perform their roles.
• Coordinate Center-sponsored meetings, trainings, and special events; manage travel and expense processes; and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, service delivery, and organizational effectiveness.

Work Location

Remote – this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States. There is an expectation for the candidate to be on campus 1-2 times a year.

Why Join Us

The Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, located at the Anschutz Medical Campus, is an internationally renowned School of Pharmacy and a top-tier research school ranked in the top 10% of more than 140 schools in the country for research grant funding. At the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, we are committed to excellence and innovation in professional, graduate, and post-graduate education; scholarship and research; patient-centered care; public health advocacy; and societal leadership and engagement. Together, our innovation, discoveries, and engagement with our communities improve the health and well-being of society.

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

• Bachelor’s degree in business, business administration, finance, accounting, education, social services, healthcare administration, public administration, public health, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
• One (1) year of professional level experience with business administration or operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of University of Colorado procurement process and marketplace.
• At least one (1) year of professional level work with budgets, financial reports, or grants.

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

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the organization.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong administrative skills with the ability to set priorities and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficient with technology, especially Microsoft Office applications.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range ($56,995 – $76,374) for this position has been established as $56,995 – $76,374. 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.

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 [e-mail].

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 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.

University Staff

Job Category
Business Services
Department
U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
Schedule
Full-time
Posting Date
Oct 9, 2026
Unposting Date
Ongoing