Receive and evaluate CORA requests submitted to the University,
including complex or non-routine requests; evaluate requests for
completeness and interpret and apply applicable statutory
requirements; identify and coordinate with appropriate University
constituents, campus legal counsel, and other offices to collect
responsive records; review responsive records and coordinate the
application of appropriate redactions in consultation with legal
counsel; and prepare responses to requestors within required
timelines.
Determine when information technology resources or specialized
systems support are needed to fulfill records requests and
coordinate with IT personnel and the Litigation IT Systems
Administrator, as appropriate.
Contribute to the development, documentation, implementation,
and improvement of processes, business practices, and internal
controls related to public records compliance, and recommend
operational improvements based on experience administering
requests.
Monitor assigned CORA request activity; independently identify
and evaluate recurring trends, potential issues, or compliance
concerns; resolve routine and non-routine issues within established
parameters; escalate significant matters to the Director of Public
Records Compliance or CORA Analyst, as appropriate.
Participate in CORA stakeholder committee meetings; provide
guidance regarding established CORA processes and requirements;
coordinate follow-up activities; support implementation of
identified initiatives, as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.
What We Offer:
Salary: The anticipated hiring range has been established at
$68,000 - $72,000 .
CU System Administration takes into consideration a combination of
the selected candidate's education, training and experience as it
relates to the position, as well as the position's scope and
complexity, internal pay equity and external market value when
determining a salary level for potential new employees.
Benefits: With our unparalleled range of benefits, including
top-notch healthcare, comprehensive wellness programs, enriching
professional development, and a dynamic work-life balance, we
ensure your holistic growth and happiness.
- No-cost or low-cost medical & dental plan options, some
inclusive of IVF assistance.
- Disability, Life, Vision Insurance options.
- Multiple retirement planning options including a mandatory
401(a) plan where CU contributes 10% of your gross pay, a 401k or
403b plan and a 457 deferred compensation plan.
- Pre-tax savings plans, such as Health care and Dependent care
flexible spending accounts.
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with ample sick and
vacation leave, along with at least 12 paid holidays. This includes
a dedicated week off for winter break.
- 6 weeks of parental leave to adjust to the joys of
parenthood.
- A tuition benefit program for you and/or your dependents.
- Free RTD EcoPass and free onsite parking at our 1800 Grant
Street Office.
- Many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage .
Additional taxable fringe benefits may be available.
For more information on benefits programs, please review our
Comprehensive Benefits
Guide .
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Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Please include all relevant experience in your resume to be
accurately assessed against these qualifications. You must meet all
minimum requirements at the time of application to be considered
for this role.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher
education, or equivalent professional experience (professional
experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a
year-for-year basis)
- Three (3) years of professional experience performing research,
records management, compliance, public records administration, or
related technical or administrative duties.
- Demonstrated experience independently conducting research,
analyzing complex information, applying established requirements or
procedures, and communicating findings or determinations
clearly.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or post-baccalaureate degree from an accredited
institution of higher education in a closely related field.
- Five (5) years' equivalent experience as stated above.
- Two (2) years' professional experience involving statutory or
regulatory compliance, preferably involving public records
requests.
- Demonstrated experience applying the Colorado Open Records Act,
or similar state or federal public records statutes.
- Working knowledge of privacy and records regulations, such as
the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the Freedom
of Information Act (FOIA), or comparable laws.
- Experience working in a higher education, government, or public
sector environment.
- Familiarity with electronic document management or e-discovery
platforms, such as Relativity.
- Knowledge of search techniques, including Boolean search
operators.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
To be successful in this position a candidate will need the
following:
- Working knowledge of the Colorado Open Records Act (C.R.S. §§
24-72-201 et seq.) and public records compliance requirements.
- Ability to work with a sense of urgency and meet time-sensitive
deadlines.
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with
internal and external constituents, including requestors,
University personnel, and legal counsel, and to appropriately
handle complex, sensitive, or challenging interactions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the
ability to draft clear and professional correspondence, interpret
information accurately, and communicate complex information to a
variety of audiences.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle
sensitive information.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision,
exercise sound judgment in applying established requirements to
complex or non-routine circumstances, manage multiple concurrent
assignments and deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Ability to recognize patterns among records requests and
determine appropriate approaches based on the circumstances of the
requests, effectively using and adapting established templates and
processes to communicate with records holders and requestors and
collect information needed to fulfill requests.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, including the
ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
and coordinate with individuals across different areas and
backgrounds to meet compliance obligations.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the
ability to prioritize work, meet statutory deadlines, maintain
accurate records, and manage multiple requests concurrently.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the
ability to review and synthesize complex information, identify
patterns or potential issues, resolve issues within established
parameters, and determine when matters require escalation.
- Strong critical thinking and evaluative skills, including the
ability to assess information for reliability, validity, and
relevance; interpret and apply applicable requirements to complex
or non-routine circumstances; and exercise sound judgment in
determining appropriate courses of action.
- Ability to provide guidance to University constituents
regarding established public records requirements, processes, and
procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including
Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please attach the following as separate
documents to your application:
- A cover letter identifying the job specific minimum
qualifications you possess and interest in the position.
- A resume including all relevant experience to be accurately
assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting.
Please ensure you check the “Job Specific Attachments” box next to
each document on the “Required Documents” page of the application
for the appropriate documents to be attached.
Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, you are not required
to provide your date of birth, dates of school attendance, or dates
of graduation on your resume or cover letter. If an application
requires additional materials, such as a transcript or
certification, you may redact identifying information relating to
your date or birth, dates of school attendance, or dates of
graduation.
When to Apply:
For full consideration completed applications must be submitted by
Monday, October 5, 2026 . Reference checking is a standard
step in our hiring process. You may be asked to provide contact
information, including email addresses and phone numbers, for up to
five references as part of the search process for this
position.
*Please note: All application materials must be submitted through
CU Careers; emailed materials will not be considered. *
Sponsorship Statement:
We are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this
position.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado 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 a
criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial
and/or motor vehicle history. The Immigration Reform and Control
Act requires that a verification of employment eligibility be
documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of
work. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and
equality in education and employment.
ADA Statement:
We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process.
We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation
through the search process such as alternative formats of this
posting. Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations
throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator
at:
systemhr@cu.edu .
