What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Staff Assistant to the Department of Information Technology position at Colorado Mesa University?
ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY
Title (Function): Professional Staff Assistant to the Department of Information
Technology
Department: Information Technology
Reporting To: Vice President for Information Technology/CIO
FLSA Status: Exempt ( .8FTE)
Compensation: $19.00-20.12/hr. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
Department: Information Technology
Reporting To: Vice President for Information Technology/CIO
FLSA Status: Exempt ( .8FTE)
Compensation: $19.00-20.12/hr. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
Open Date: 10/16/2025
Close Date: 11/02/2025 11:59 PM MST
Close Date: 11/02/2025 11:59 PM MST
SECTION I -
OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE
At CMU, we
believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the
courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take
risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the
Maverick community to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that
there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.
From this place of humility and
courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by
continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new
opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows
us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the
unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and
renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity,
curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and
advancement.
Inspired by the soul of the
West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive
change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that
reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire
to create.
Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility - Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others
Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenge pursuing Opportunity
Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals
Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility - Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others
Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenge pursuing Opportunity
Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals
SECTION II –
THE SEAT
At CMU, we look
at every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat
contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and
accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships
that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric
organization, a priority is to ensure we have the “right seats” in our
organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are
defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the
seats.
OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS
The Professional Staff Assistant to the
Department of Information Technology provides administrative and operational
support to the VP for Information Technology, IT Directors, and professional
staff in the department. The role requires strong communication and organizational
skills, professionalism, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple
priorities.
SECTION III
– OUR DESIRES FOR RIGHT FIT
For the success
of our mission and our teams, we desire to have individuals who are a “Right
Fit” in our seats. We define “Right Fit” as those who embrace our culture,
demonstrate our values, understand the seat and what is required. We seek
individuals who want this seat, desire to be a part of a bigger vision and have
the capacity to be a successful member of our CMU team.
CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS
• Provide administrative support to Vice President for Information Technology and the Department of Information Technology, including receptionist duties.
• Assist with greeting students, faculty, staff and guests, answering phones, and directing visitors to proper Information Technology and general support offices.
• Prepare and track purchase requisitions, invoices, travel authorizations, One Card expenses, and other university forms and business processes in online applications.
• Assist with monitoring Information Technology budgets, expenditures, and contract renewals.
• Draft correspondence in email, proofread documents and correspondence, and create PowerPoint slides for presentations.
• Maintain the Information Technology website using the University’s content management system.
• Schedule appointments, meetings and rooms for the Vice President for Information Technology and department functions.
• Order and maintain supplies for the Information Technology Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Information Technology and IT Directors.
• Other duties as assigned.
CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS
• Provide administrative support to Vice President for Information Technology and the Department of Information Technology, including receptionist duties.
• Assist with greeting students, faculty, staff and guests, answering phones, and directing visitors to proper Information Technology and general support offices.
• Prepare and track purchase requisitions, invoices, travel authorizations, One Card expenses, and other university forms and business processes in online applications.
• Assist with monitoring Information Technology budgets, expenditures, and contract renewals.
• Draft correspondence in email, proofread documents and correspondence, and create PowerPoint slides for presentations.
• Maintain the Information Technology website using the University’s content management system.
• Schedule appointments, meetings and rooms for the Vice President for Information Technology and department functions.
• Order and maintain supplies for the Information Technology Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Information Technology and IT Directors.
• Other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE FOR RIGHT FIT
• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university or equivalent years of office support experience in a professional staff assistant role or similar job responsibilities.
• Demonstrated
experience working with the public and internal users related to customer
service.
• Ability to work in an environment with constant interruptions.
• Experience monitoring budgets, creating purchase requests, and tracking invoices in a similar setting is preferred.
• Experience monitoring budgets, creating purchase requests, and tracking invoices in a similar setting is preferred.
• Ability and desire to learn new office productivity software or
business applications is preferred.
Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.
DIRECT INQUIRIES CONTACT: Jeremy Brown, jebrown@coloradomesa.edu
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.
DIRECT INQUIRIES CONTACT: Jeremy Brown, jebrown@coloradomesa.edu
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
ABOUT
COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
A comprehensive
university in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional
educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorado’s
largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction,
its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and via
online offerings.
Colorado Mesa University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.
At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that’s less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado’s best kept secrets.
Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University 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 reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.
Colorado Mesa University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.
At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that’s less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado’s best kept secrets.
Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University 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 reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.
Salary : $19 - $20
