MIP Business Operations Technician

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking a Business Operations Technician for the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology (MIP) to provide customer service and operational support across CSU Fort Collins campuses. This in-person role focuses on coordinating deliveries, room scheduling, and financial/document entry, serving faculty, staff, students, and other customers.

The position emphasizes effective communication of administrative processes and policies, with a required bachelor’s

Qualifications

• Proficiency in customer service demonstrated in previous roles.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills as evidenced in application materials.
• Attention to detail in completing administrative tasks and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide frontline customer service and operational support across CSU MIP buildings.
• Enter travel documents and other transactional records using CSU systems with compliance to policies.
• Coordinate travel operations including authorizations, reimbursements, and advances; advise on travel policies.
• Assist with facilities and building operations, including maintenance coordination and access control.
• Support state vehicle operations, driver records, and mileage reporting across campus locations.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary:

In the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology (MIP), the Business Operations Technician position provides customer service and business operations support for all MIP buildings across CSU Fort Collins campuses. This includes coordinating deliveries, room scheduling, facilities requests, financial document entry, etc. Due to the nature of the department’s work, this will be an in-person position located primarily in the Microbiology and Pathology Buildings. Effective communication skills are required to articulate administrative processes, policies, and practices to faculty, staff, students, and other customers.

Full consideration date: Sunday, September 6, 2026, 11:59pm (MT).

Essential Job Duties:

• Provide frontline customer service and operational support for the Microbiology and Pathology Buildings. This includes coordinating deliveries, managing room scheduling, maintaining emergency plans, and supporting administrative functions for students, faculty, and visitors.
• Enter travel documents, procurement card reallocations, and other transactional documentsusing CSU systems while ensuring compliance with university procurement and financial policies.
• Coordinate travel operations as atravel arranger, including preparing authorizations, reimbursements, and advances; reviewing expenses for compliance; and serving as a subject matter expert on travel policies.
• Assist with facilities and building operations as aproctor by coordinating maintenance, managing key access, monitoring safety concerns, conducting walkthroughs, and communicating with CSU Facilities and vendors.
• Manage state vehicle operations and compliance, including maintenance scheduling, driver record tracking, and mileage reporting across multiple campus locations.
• Provide cross-functional administrative support by collaborating with HR and finance teams, participating in training efforts, and ensuring continuity of operations across the administrative team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conditions of Employment:

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).

Supervision:

This position does not supervise.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an institution of higher education at time of hire.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated experience with customer service.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Attention to detail, written and verbal communication skills confirmed by review of application materials.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field at time of hire.
• Experience at an institution of higher education.
• Experience balancing varied job responsibilities.
• Experience with CSU’s administrative systems such as Kuali and Workday.
• Commitment to CSU’s Principles of Community.

Salary Range

$42,000-45,000

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter, Resume/CV

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance,CSUis where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations,CSUconducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.