Job Details

CMDI Academic Senior Coordinator

Requisition Number: 68613
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 24-Nov-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The College of Communication, Media, Design and Information (CMDI) at CU Boulder invites applications for a CMDI Academic Senior Coordinator! The CMDI Academic Senior Coordinator supports the effective administrative operations for undergraduate academic affairs within the College with primary duties focusing on support for the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education in the areas of curriculum coordination, class scheduling, course catalog items, and other administrative support. The coordinator serves as the lead academic scheduler for the college and convenes and facilitates meetings and other necessary connections with the department schedulers across the college while serving as the college-level liaison to the CU Boulder Registrar's Office (RO); assists with convening the college curriculum committee, taking notes, and following up on action items generated by the group; works with the Associate Dean to ensure proper workflows for course updates and scheduling within the various university systems; and serves as liaison between the Dean's Office and CMDI Academic Advising for parent and student concerns, triaging to the appropriate college or department contacts as appropriate.
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 College of Communication, Media, Design and Information (CMDI) is at the forefront of the revolution in communication, digital technology, and design. CMDI prides itself on offering students an interdisciplinary education with a focus on innovation and creativity! Our students and faculty from seven departments think across boundaries, innovate around emerging problems and create culture that transcends convention.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

CMDI Course Scheduling

• Working with the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education (AD for UG), schedule college-level courses into the systems of record each academic scheduling period.
• Coordinate the classroom scheduling of the CASE shared spaces each scheduling period with the AD for UG and Dean's office staff, communicating outcomes to all stakeholders and coordinating requested holds/changes.
• Work with departments each spring to assess needs for batch enrollment and assist in the preparation of related requests to the Registrar.
• Coordinate the approval process for CMDI courses and revisions that have been approved by the curriculum committee.
• Assist the AD for UG with communication flows around approval processes each semester.
• Serve as the official staff liaison with the Registrar for course planning and catalogue issues.

Administrative Support for Undergraduate Academic Administration

• Serve as liaison between the Dean's office, Academic Advising teams, and department chairs for items related to student and parent concerns. Triage concerns as appropriate in partnership with the AD for UG.
• Coordinate the meetings for the college's undergraduate curriculum committee including room reservations, Zoom scheduling, taking notes/minutes, and following up on action-items generated from the committee's work.
• Assist in the scheduling of advising area function and student experience area function meetings.

Other Administrative Support for Undergraduate Academic Administration

• Communication: Disseminating information, explaining policies, and directing individuals to relevant resources.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate student records and other relevant documentation.
• Assist the AD for UG with event coordination, as needed, involving college staff, meeting/scheduling support, and other tasks.
• Coordinate with departments and the Graduate Program Manager to ensure that graduate student faculty appointments to college-level courses are made in a timely manner.

What You Should Know

The successful candidate will work a hybrid format, with some days a week in person and some remote.

What We Can Offer

The salary range for this position is $61,200 - $69,700 annually.

Benefits


At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.


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What We Require

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of academic and/or administrative operational support.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the degree.

What You Will Need

• Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain organized systems.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with students, faculty, and staff.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build rapport, establish relationships, and work collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve issues related to academic programs, student support, or administrative processes.
• Sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural, political and geographical differences with a demonstrated ability to work well with faculty, staff and students from a wide variety of backgrounds.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. 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 November 24, 2025 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.


To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/CMDI-Academic-Senior-Coordinator/68613







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