Customer Experience Specialist

University of Colorado System; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Wellness programs

Professional development

12 paid holidays

6 weeks parental leave

Tuition benefit

Job summary

University of Colorado System seeks a Customer Experience Specialist to train and support customers across four campuses and the Office of the President. You will guide users on PSC tools like PeopleSoft, Concur, and CU Marketplace, ensuring policy compliance and smooth procure-to-pay processes.

The role reports to the Customer Success Program Manager and offers a hybrid work arrangement from home and the 1800 Grant St, Denver location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 1 year of professional work experience in customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and support to PSC customers on tools (Concur, CU Marketplace, PeopleSoft).
• Promote compliance by interpreting procurement and travel policies.
• Respond to high-volume inquiries via email/phone during core PSC hours.
• Research payment status and assist suppliers with registrations and resolutions.
• Create Knowledge Base content and assist AI chatbot tools.

Skills

Customer service

Training

Relationship building

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Concur

CU Marketplace

PeopleSoft

Job description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference in HigherEducation!

At the System Administration office at the University of Colorado,we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feelsvalued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our office is committedto fostering a culture where employees find community, a sense ofbelonging, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to ourmission and purpose.

By joining our team, you'll have a direct impact on shaping thefuture of higher education. In addition to the Office of the Boardof Regents, the University of Colorado's system administrationincludes 19 units that provide essential services to CU's campuses in Aurora, Boulder, Colorado Springs, and Denver, as well as the Office of the President. While not a part of any one campus, we are proud to serve in the centralized office for the University system. Together, we ensure CU continues to deliver outstanding education, groundbreaking research, and valuable service to our communities.

We believe in creating an environment where the unique experiences and perspectives of everyone are embraced, enriching the work we do and the strategic outcomes we pursue. If you're passionate about making a difference, contributing to a dynamic team, and supporting a mission that matters, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey. Learn more about CUSystem Administration.

Position Summary

Do you enjoy building relationships with diverse audiences, continuously learning, and being the go-to person for your customers? If so, this position is perfect for you. This role is apart of the Procurement Service Center (PSC), which is responsible for the purchasing, payables, contracts, commercial card, strategicsourcing, sustainability, small business program, and travel for the University of Colorado's (CU) four campuses and the Office of the President.

As a Customer Experience Specialist, you will provide training and support to customers needing assistance with Procurement Service Center (PSC) functions. You will be an expert in guiding customers on the use of PSC tools such as PeopleSoft, Concur, CU Marketplace, and others as they arise. Additionally, you will promote employee compliance by interpreting University policies related to procurement, commercial cards, travel, purchasing, and accounts payable. You will also constantly seek ways to improve the customer experience by offering insights into resource and training development to help customers succeed in managing PSC processes. This role is crucial to the PSC's mission of delivering excellent customer service.

This position reports to the Customer Success Program Manager and is exempt from the State of Colorado Classified Staff System.

Where You Will Work

Applicants must be Colorado residents or able to relocate to Colorado within a month of starting employment with University of Colorado System Administration.

This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule, working some days from home and some days in the office at 1800 Grant St, Denver, CO.

Please note, leadership may adjust in-office work requirements with a minimum of three months' notice before any change can be implemented.

Equal 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.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Support and Service

• Provides individualized training and support to employees and affiliates across all four campuses and the Office of the President on the use of various complex tools, including the Concur Travel& Expense system and CU's Marketplace e-procurement system through email, phone, video meetings, virtual office hours, and webinar training.
• Responds to a high volume of email and phone interactions, simultaneously throughout the day during the PSC's core operational hours of 8 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1 p.m.-5 p.m. MST.
• Remains up to date on PSC and University policies and provides guidance to partners and customers on their applicability.
• Assists external suppliers by researching the status of payments, identifying resolutions for payment delay, and assisting in the supplier request and registration process.
• Instructs internal and external customers on Procurement Service Center website resources, including navigating to policies, procedures, forms, learning resources, tax and other information.
• Investigates issues, identifying when action is required by other resources, and escalating to appropriate stakeholders as necessary.
• Utilize procurement tools (Concur, CU Marketplace, PeopleSoftFinance, etc.) as needed to complete basic system tasks and provide easy resolutions for campus customers.
• Takes quick action on escalating potential issues with systems or policy when short-term customer contact trends suggest the need.
• Interacts regularly with PSC personnel to learn and stay current on business processes, policies, and tool configuration.
• Identifies gaps in content and creates content to support knowledge and AI chatbot functionality.
• Work on special projects as assigned.

Knowledge Collection and Process Improvement

• Self-starter that continually looks for opportunities to increase knowledge in internal PSC functions to better support customers.
• Develops relationships and builds trust with customers as the front line into the PSC.
• Provides professional, accurate and timely resolution to customer inquiries.
• Tracks and manages contacts, tasks, research, and communications using CRM and other specialized tools/software.
• Creates content for the PSC Knowledge Base in the form of Knowledge Articles that can be utilized to accurately resolve future inquiries as it relates to PSC processes and policies.
• Work on special projects as assigned.

What We Offer

Salary: The anticipated hiring range has been established at $56,500- $60,000.

Benefits: With our unparalleled range of benefits, including top-notch healthcare, comprehensive wellness programs, enriching professional development, and a dynamic work-life balance, we ensure your holistic growth and happiness.

• No-cost or low-cost medical & dental plan options, some inclusive of IVF assistance.
• Disability, Life, Vision Insurance options.
• Multiple retirement planning options including a mandatory401(a) plan where CU contributes 10% of your gross pay, a 401k or403b plan and a 457 deferred compensation plan.
• Pre-tax savings plans, such as Health care and Dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Embrace a healthy work-life balance with ample sick and vacation leave, along with at least 12 paid holidays. This includes a dedicated week off for winter break.
• 6 weeks of parental leave to adjust to the joys of parenthood.
• A tuition benefit program for you and/or your dependents.
• Free RTD EcoPass and free onsite parking at our 1800 Grant Street Office.
• Many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Additional taxable fringe benefits may be available.

For more information on benefits programs, please review our Comprehensive BenefitsGuide.

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Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Please include all relevant experience in your resume to be accurately assessed against these qualifications. You must meet all minimum requirements at the time of application to be considered for this role.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education, or equivalent professional experience (professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis)
• One (1) year of professional work experience in a customer service role (e.g., inbound help desk/call center; or other customer engagement environment)

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional work experience in a customer service role supporting a business, procurement, finance, and/or educational function
• Experience with one or more of the following:
  • General procurement practices
  • Procure to pay business processes
  • eProcurement and financial systems
  • Salesforce Service Cloud
  • PeopleSoft
  • Chatbots
  • Managing customer inquiries through Live Chat functionality
• Professional experience working in a higher education institution
• Experience using Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven solutions in support of customers and business operations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Impeccable customer service skills
• Oral, written, listening, and interpersonal skills (including the ability to facilitate interaction, communication, and teamwork between others), along with excellent comprehension skills
• A teaching mindset and skillset, including the ability to utilize multiple methods with one individual in order to ensure learning is received and retained
• Collaboration skills, including the ability to work (in-person and remotely) with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal
• Computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft OfficeSuite, along with the ability to research and implement new software/tools to advance office goals and business processes
• Organizational skills, with the ability to work under pressure, manage multiple concurrent/competing projects, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness and strong customer service
• Critical thinking skills, including the ability to identify problems, questions, and assumptions; establish significance; and develop new ideas and initiatives that improve the performance of the organization
• Customer service skills, including the ability to actively listen, address customer needs, defuse tense situations, and maintain an open, flexible, and friendly demeanor
• Ability to work independently in a highly dynamic, flexible, and fast-paced environment
• Ability to learn technical, policy, and procedural information quickly and to retain it well
• Ability to utilize AI solutions to assist or perform business operations
• Knowledge of AI ethics and data privacy considerations in the workplace
• Knowledge of natural language prompting (NLP)
• Ability to produce content, ideate, edit, and perform analysis

Sponsorship Statement

We are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that a verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

ADA Statement

We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting. Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: [e-mail] .