Student Affairs Manager - Josef Korbel School of Global & Public

Student Affairs Manager - Josef Korbel School of Global & Public

Job no: 498988

Work type: Staff Part-Time

Location: Denver, CO

Categories: Student Affairs / Services, Business Operations / Services, Admin / Executive / Office Support

Division: Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs

The Josef Korbel School is seeking an energetic and experienced part-time Student Affairs Manager to support Undergraduate Student Affairs. This position, scheduled for 20 hours per week, plays a vital role in providing academic advising and program support to undergraduate students.

The Manager will collaborate closely with the Director of Undergraduate Student Affairs on a range of advising initiatives. We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong background in academic advising who are eager to contribute to the continued development of a key undergraduate resource.

• Provide academic advising for undergraduate students majoring or minoring in International Studies and/or Public Policy, including both one-on-one and group advising sessions throughout the academic year
• Maintain accurate records and monitor the academic progress of International Studies (INTS) and Public Policy (PPOL) majors and minors
• Engage with prospective students and their families in collaboration with the Office of Undergraduate Admission
• Provide general program support and assist with special projects for faculty and staff within the Undergraduate Program in
• International Studies and Public Policy
• Develop and manage communications, including newsletters, for current and prospective students
• Assist with planning and coordination of events, including undergraduate social programs, commencement, and orientation receptions
• Occasional support for graduate programs

• Knowledge of FERPA and student privacy regulations.
• Knowledge of academic policies, curriculum requirements, and degree progress standards.
• Knowledge of student conduct, grievance, and support processes.
• Knowledge of enrollment, retention, and persistence initiatives.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Academic advising and student coaching skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to build rapport with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to interpret and apply institutional policies and procedures.
• Ability to identify student needs and connect students with appropriate resources.

• At least two years of experience working with and mentoring a diverse population of higher education students
• At least two years of experience in academic advising and administrative support
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse range of constituents in a team-oriented environment
• Proven ability to exercise sound independent judgment in a fast-paced academic setting
• Experience planning, organizing, and promoting events
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Publisher, and Word
• Standard office environment.
• Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
• Noise level is quiet to moderate.

• Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus.

Variable, 20 hours per week. In accordance with the University’s flexible work policy, this position is eligible to be considered for partial remote work. Further details regarding this plan will be determined with the hiring manager and are dependent on the division and team specific needs.

4:00 p.m. (MST) September 4, 2026.

The salary grade for the position is 7.

The hourly range for the position is $23.00-$28.09.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

• medical
• dental
• retirement
• paid time off
• tuition benefit
• ECO pass

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