Part-time Palliative Care Education Programs: Coordination Specialist (0.80 FTE)

Job Summary:

The Palliative Care (PC) Education Programs' Coordination Specialist will oversee the creation, management and updating of the courses as well as other daily operational activities for the PC Education Programs (IPCC/MSPC). The Coordination Specialist role requires leadership skills in Instructional Technology (Canvas) to support the directors, faculty, and students to be successful in an online environment. The PC Education Programs prepare providers-physicians, nurses (including BSN and advanced practice nurses), physician assistants, pharmacists, social workers, spiritual care providers, psychologists, therapists, counselors, and ethicists-to be Palliative Care Community Specialists (PCCS).

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the production of courses.

  • Ensure Canvas Courses are free of errors.

  • Smooth organized appearance of Courses for students/faculty in Canvas.

  • Ensure prompt and cooperative completion of tasks given by PC Education Team.

• Oversee faculty for administrative needs for content, announcements, assignments, and lesson materials within each course of the MSPC.

• Collaborate with PC Education content experts (biomedical and allied health) to ensure the course materials are best practices, relevant and accessible to students.

• Ensure that PC Education courses are updated to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance as set forth by the University of Colorado.

• Collaborate with faculty and staff to prepare posters, reports, academic papers, presentations, and program newsletters using PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Canva and other information technology as required

• Assist with monitoring social media (i.e., LinkedIn) accounts including approving posts under the supervision of the program director and/or the program manager

• Assist with event coordination (conferences, graduation events, etc.)

Work Location:

Remote - this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States.

Why Join Us:

The Division of General Internal Medicine (GIM), established at the University of Colorado Anschutz in 1977, was one of the first GIM divisions established within the United States. Building on a rich history and tradition, our GIM Division has undergone significant change and evolution to maintain our goal of being a national leader in patient care, medical education and health services research.

We take our three-part mission of patient care, medical education, and research seriously. Each of our affiliated institutions has its own unique medical care programs. These programs, when taken together, provide a wide breadth and depth of clinical experiences that allows our trainees to experience virtually all aspects of inpatient and ambulatory medical care.

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:

Intermediate Level:

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, business, public administration, health care, educational technology, social science, liberal arts, communications, accounting, finance, library science, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

• One (1) year of professional experience providing higher administrative support.

Senior Level:

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, business, public administration, health care, educational technology, social science, liberal arts, communications, accounting, finance, library science, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

• Two (2) years of professional experience providing higher administrative support.

  • A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

  • An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Concur Travel and Expense System.

• Experience in the Designer or Teacher role on the Canvas education platform.

• Experience using the University of Colorado Procurement and Financial Systems.

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.).

• Administrative experience in Higher Education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively (direct, excellent, and clear communication skills), both in writing and orally, demonstrating respectful and professional interactions.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution to work collaboratively with faculty and staff.

• Ability to assume positive intent and accept constructive feedback/make appropriate changes.

• Ability to embrace a growth mindset (accept feedback and incorporate without blaming or reactivity).

• Ability to work independently.

• Ability to apply critical thinking skills to novel problems.

• Expert knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet software, email, and internet access software.

• Expert data entry skills with the ability to input information accurately; prepare and maintain detailed records, files, and reports on an ongoing basis.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines.

• Proven ability to manage projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Proven ability to create and implement systems of organization and efficiency.

• Ability to coordinate technical presentations, including hardware set up.

• Strong knowledge of database management with the ability to query reports, utilize data, and convert programs.

• Ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail including knowledge of money handling and mathematics.

• Strong knowledge of general office procedures, protocol, and professionalism.

• Outstanding customer service skills.

Conditions of Employment:

• This position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

• This role is remote, but the incumbent must be in the United States. Any need to come in-person to fulfill duties are at the incumbent's expense.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Patricia Colella, GIM HR, patricia.colella@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until May 22^nd, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this part-time 0.80 FTE position has been established as:

• Intermediate Level: $39,191 - $52,516

• Senior Level: $42,368 - $56,774

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.

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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 hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

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.