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Job Description
Temporary Operational Assistant University of Colorado Boulder - 3.9 Boulder, CO Job Details Part-time $26.49 - $30.00 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Paid sick time Qualifications Bachelor's degree
Full Job Description Requisition Number:
72515
Location:
Boulder, Colorado City Boulder State Colorado Employment Type:
Temporary Staff Schedule:
Part-Time Posting Close Date:
09-Jun-2026
Date Posted:
05-Jun-2026 Job Summary The Temporary Operational Assistant handles the planning and execution of events and programs, including logistics, communications, and on-site support, while also assisting with specialized activities and visitor coordination. It provides comprehensive administrative and front-facing office support to faculty, staff, and visitors, including financial processing, communications management, and operational organization. Additionally, the position ensures the office remains accessible and responsive during business hours. 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. Who We Are The Program in Jewish Studies explores Jewish culture, history, society and thought from a broad, interdisciplinary perspective. The Program reflects the core goals of Colorado's flagship university: to provide an outstanding liberal arts' education, to foster critical thought and to instill a keen appreciation of humanity's interrelatedness and diversity.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be Event Planning:
Plan and coordinate events, including calendaring, room reservations, video conferencing scheduling, invitations/announcements, advertising, catering, day of setup, signage, technology support, photography, and parking arrangements, etc. to include workshops, seminars, programs, and other activities Provide planning and operational support for JWST activities and events. Coordinate visitor travel logistics and reimbursements, when applicable.
Administrative and Office Support:
Provide administrative support to faculty and program leadership as needed. Serve as the primary in-person/front desk contact for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Assist with oversight of the program office phone line and shared email account. Support office organization and coordination of shared files, materials, and operational processes. Assist with financial and administrative processing support, including honoraria, purchase orders, payment vouchers, and related forms, as needed.
Other Duties:
Ensure the office remains open and available for students and visitors during business hours. What You Should Know This is a temporary position working in-person 4 days per week. The schedule is Monday - Thursday, 10:00 am - 3:30 pm, with a 30-minute lunch break. What We Can Offer The hourly pay range for this part-time position is $26.49 - 30.00. Benefits Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave. Be Statements Be ambitious. Be inspired. Be Boulder. What We Require Bachelor's Degree. 3+ years of experience (education may substitute for experience). Special Instructions To apply, please submit the following materials: A current resume.
Optional :
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position. We may request references at a later time. Please apply by June 9th, 2026 for consideration.
Note:
Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information Posting Contact Name:
Boulder Campus Human Resources Posting Contact Email:
