Periodontics Program Coordinator (Entry and Intermediate)

Coordinate didactic courses, faculty teaching assignments, educational events, academic calendars, assessments, and instructional logistics.

Coordinate residency recruitment and admissions, onboarding, resident records and credentials, meetings, leave requests, professional development activities, and graduation.

Support resident clinical and academic tracking and maintain documentation required for program reporting.

Support CODA and institutional accreditation readiness, including records, site visit preparation, deadlines, reports, and follow-up documentation.

Coordinate patient prepayments and program-related purchasing, reimbursements, travel, and financial documentation.

At the Intermediate level, exercise greater discretion in coordinating schedule and resource changes, addressing operational issues, recommending workflow improvements, and supporting accreditation readiness.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine is nationally recognized for the quality of its educational programs, interdisciplinary research, and clinical care programs that contribute to the health and well-being of many of Colorado's most underserved citizens. We are invested in creating career pathways, learning and development opportunities, and people-focused infrastructure to support our workforce.

The Department of Diagnostic Sciences & Surgical Dentistry supports the School of Dental Medicine mission areas of education, research, patient care, and community engagement. The department includes the Divisions of Periodontics, Endodontics, Diagnostic Sciences, and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and is committed to supporting student success, patient care, and the broader community.

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:

Academic Services Entry Professional:

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

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Academic Services Professional (Intermediate):

• 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 in academic program administration, higher education, healthcare or clinical program operations, student or resident services, admissions or recruitment, or a directly related area.
  
  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
    
    
  • Substitution: An advanced degree (Master's 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:

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, faculty, residents, students, applicants, and other stakeholders.
  
  
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in an academic and clinical environment.
  
  
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify operational issues and recommend process improvements.
  
  
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality while working with sensitive information.
  
  
• Ability to learn and use business, academic, and clinical applications and technologies required to support program operations.
  
  
• Knowledge of or ability to develop knowledge of medical education, dental terminology, residency program administration, and clinic operations.
  
  

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: Oscar De Moya, oscar.demoya@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 11/3/26. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered. Hiring department will need to notify their Talent Acquisition Consultant when they want to have the advertisements removed for the posting.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this open-rank position has been established as:

• Academic Services Entry Professional: $45,017 - $60,323
  
  
• Academic Services Professional (Intermediate): $48,989 - $65,645
  
  

The above salary ranges represent the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Overtime eligibility will be determined based on the level at which the position is filled.

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 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 .