Program Coordinator, Portfolio Intelligence

CU System; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost or low-cost medical & dental

Disability, Life, Vision Insurance

Retirement plans: 401(a) / 401k / 457

Flexible spending accounts

12 paid holidays

6 weeks parental leave

Tuition benefit

Free RTD EcoPass and parking

Job summary

CU System Administration's Prospect Development team seeks a detail-oriented Program Coordinator to support the accuracy of our proposal, pipeline and metric data. You will maintain data in Salesforce Ascend and help fundraisers plan and prioritize their work.

The role reports to the Senior Director of Prospect Development and Data Management, and operates in a highly hybrid environment with in-office weeks. Relevant administrative and data experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 1 year of administrative experience with data/calendar management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry required.
• Experience with database applications and fundraising software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Enter and maintain proposal, contact report, and donor data with accuracy.
• Monitor data integrity checks and implement new checks as needed.
• Manage large data cleanup projects with leadership and tech teams.
• Support proposal approvals and queue management for campus users.
• Provide training and SOPs for queue management and bulk uploads.
• Offer administrative support to Prospect Development leadership.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication

Microsoft Office

Calendar management

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Ellucian Advance

Database applications

Job description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Higher Education!

At the System Administration office at the University of Colorado, we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our office is committed to fostering a culture where employees find community, a sense of belonging, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission and purpose.

By joining our team, you'll have a direct impact on shaping the future of higher education. In addition to the Office of the Board of Regents, the University of Colorado's system administration includes 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 CU System Administration.

Position Summary:

System Advancement's Prospect Development team (which encompasses both Research & Analytics and Portfolio Intelligence functions) is seeking a detail-oriented, data savvy coordinator to support the accuracy of our proposal, pipeline and metric data. This data is the basis for tracking and insights that help fundraisers and fundraising leaders plan and prioritize their work. With a relatively new database (Salesforce Ascend) and new database features in the works, monitoring this data is more important than ever. This role involves both reactive data entry/updates, as well as proactive work to monitor and improve the health of our data. It also serves an important customer service role as manager of the Portfolio Intelligence work queue. Prospect Development supports an average of 100 major gift officers and their respective portfolios, approximately 10,000‑12,000 managed prospects, and a significant fundraising pipeline of planned and active philanthropic proposals for the University of Colorado.

The Program Coordinator is exempt from the State of Colorado Classified Staff system and reports to the Senior Director of Prospect Development and Data Management.

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.

The CU System Office of Advancement follows a "flexibility first" approach that blends a highly hybrid work environment (part work from home, part in office) with planned in-office work to facilitate collaboration, strategic planning, and teaming. This model currently includes two (2) required callback weeks annually - when all our colleagues are expected to be together in the office. Plus up to two (2) additional in-person meeting weeks each year as determined by the supervisor.

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:

• Data entry: maintain data entry standards and adhere to relevant data policies in entering or updating proposal, contact report, assignment, referral, and fundraiser unit/employment date data.
• Data integrity: monitor and address scheduled data integrity checks to correct issues with proposal, contact report, assignment, or referral data. Help develop new integrity checks as needed, by noting issues and defining requirements for new checks.
• Large projects: manage large cleanup projects as identified through data integrity work, including working with leadership and technical teams to suggest systemic fixes, and working through large amounts of data to make corrections.
• Proposal approval: regularly monitor and reassign or address approval notifications triggered by entry or updates to proposals by campus database users.
• Queue monitoring: categorize and distribute work queue tickets and identify priorities or problems such as overdue tickets.
• Training: train new student or other staff in queue management procedures, proposal approvals, and bulk uploads. Create SOPs or other supporting documentation as needed.
• Administrative support for Prospect Development leadership and team including scheduling and vendor logistics.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We Offer:

Salary: The anticipated hiring range has been established at $59,200-$62,000.

CU System Administration takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidate's education, training and experience as it relates to the position, as well as the position's scope and complexity, internal pay equity and external market value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

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 mandatory 401(a) plan where CU contributes 10% of your gross pay, a 401k or 403b 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 Benefits Guide.

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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 equivalent experience that includes administrative experience, data and calendar management, utilizing Microsoft Office products, and experience with database applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years' equivalent experience as stated above
• Experience working in a nonprofit organization.
• Experience working in a development/fundraising role.
• Experience working in higher education or a medical setting.
• Experience with database applications; CRM software for fundraising and donor Relations, such as Ellucian Advance or Raiser's Edge, or similar software.
• Knowledge of fundraising concepts.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:

• Data entry skills with ability to prepare and maintain detailed and accurate records, files, and reports on an ongoing basis.
• Ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain a strong work ethic, positive problem-solving attitude, and enthusiasm for the work performed
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and complete work in a timely manner in spite of fluctuating workloads and competing priorities.
• Ability to work in a team environment, develop effective interpersonal relationships, provide superior customer service, and communicate verbally and in writing.
• Understanding of advancement work in a higher education context
• Computer skills, including the ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and learn and experiment with new software and systems

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].

Job Category: Development

Primary Location: Denver

Department: S0001 -- System Administration - 50206 - Advancement Operations

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Sep 21, 2026

Unposting Date: Oct 2, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Posting Contact Name: systemhr.recruiting

Posting Contact Email: [e-mail]

Position Number: 00786912