Support DS-Connect events, conferences, and Buddy Walks by
coordinating booths, packing and shipping supplies, and assisting
with event logistics.
Serve as an event representative by welcoming attendees and
introducing speakers during webinars and in-person events.
Assist with Crnic Institute events by supporting setup and
cleanup, managing registration, greeting guests, and coordinating
with caterers and event vendors.
Administer the Crnic Institute Appreciation Program by
recognizing employees, affiliates, speakers, and visitors through
birthday greetings and thank-you communications.
Participate in Global Down Syndrome Foundation training,
projects, and volunteer initiatives while developing professional,
technical, networking, and advocacy skills.
Work Location:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in
Aurora, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
The Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome
(www.crnicinstitute.org) is the largest academic home for Down
syndrome research. The Crnic Institute collaborates with prominent
scientists and leaders around the globe to enable precision
medicine approaches to improve health outcomes in Down syndrome.
The Crnic Institute is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic
individual to work as a member of our administrative team,
specifically to focus on our DS-Connect project.
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:
- A combination of related education and/or relevant experience
in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to one (1)
year
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Lived experience with Down syndrome
- Enjoys networking and talking with people
- Availability to attend events
- Experience working with MS Word, Excel, Teams, Smartsheets,
etc.
Conditions of Employment:
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United
States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work
visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now
or in the future.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and
orally.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with employees at all levels throughout the
institution.
- Outstanding customer service skills.
- Attention to detail
- Demonstrated commitment and ability to advance diversity and
inclusion.
- Knowledge of general office procedures, protocol, and
professionalism; expert knowledge of Business English, spelling,
punctuation, and grammar.
- Proven ability to work in a team environment
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following
document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as
they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the
position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Three to five professional references, including name, address,
phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email
address
Questions should be directed to: Sydney Ashton
sydney.ashton@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until 8/19/26
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (
or hiring range) for this
position has been established as $19- $20 an hour.
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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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
.
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and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and
visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background
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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 .