Academic Affairs Support Specialist
- Lakewood, Colorado, United States
- Full Time
- Opening on: Sep 9 2026
- Closing on: Sep 23 2026
Title: Academic Affairs Support Specialist
Position Type: Professional Tech Full time
College: Red Rocks Community College
Division: Academic Affairs
Location: Lakewood
Salary Range: Starting salary range for this position is $54,925 - $60,417
Who We Are:
Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our Vision and Mission, which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values: Learning, Collaboration, Community, Belonging, and Empowerment.
RRCC seeks applicants who understand and have first-hand experience working with diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.
Job Summary:
Under the general direction of the Manager of Academic Affairs, this position exercises analytical and decision-making responsibility in supporting the College’s Academic Affairs & Workforce Innovation division. duties include utilizing operational processes, entering faculty and instructor workloads, analyzing instructional assignments, course and room scheduling.
The position conducts ongoing data tracking and assessment reporting, performs procurement and budget-related analysis, and develops procedural improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
This position collaborates extensively with department chairs, academic deans, school assistants, Human Recourses, Student Affairs, executive leadership-including the Associate Vice President and the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and Colorado Community College System personnel. The role is relied upon to troubleshoot multifaceted issues, interpret policy, recommend solutions and ensure the critical academic and payroll deadlines are consistently met.
Work is generally performed in a standard office environment. Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. May require hours outside of regular office hours. May require work at both campuses. May require travel between campuses.
A successful candidate possesses strong communication skills, and is at ease with the following:
Analytical Problem Solving and Accountability: Demonstrates sound judgment, initiative, and accountability in identifying issues, evaluating information, and developing effective solutions. Works independently, manages competing priorities, and follows assignments through to completion.
Effective Communication and Collaboration: Communicates clearly and professionally with diverse stakeholders and builds effective working relationships across teams and organizational levels. Conveys technical, operational, and accreditation-related information in a clear and actionable manner.
Organization, Project Management, and Technology Proficiency: Demonstrates strong organizational and project management skills to coordinate multiple activities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities. Effectively uses technology and enterprise systems for communication, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Competencies/KSAs:
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Knowledge of computer enterprise systems.
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Knowledge of accreditation standards.
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Effective communication, interpersonal, organization, independent problem solving, and project management skills.
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Ability to use computer technology for communication, data gathering, and reporting activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and/or relevant administrative or customer service experience.
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Administrative or customer service experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience processing compensation and payroll.
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Experience working with Banner or closely related system.
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Experience working in a higher education environment.
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Knowledge of FLAC processing within CCCS.
Selection Process:
Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Candidates may redact any personally identifiable information on their materials including but are not limited to age, date of birth, and dates of attendance and date of graduation for educational institutions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application Instructions:
All applicants must submit:
1. Resume
2. Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at HR@rrcc.edu.
Additional Information/Benefits:
CCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation/Additional Details
Red Rocks Community College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process and/or during the course of employment, please contact Jennifer Matthews, Executive Director of Human Resources, at 13300 West 6th Avenue, Lakewood, CO 80228; (303) 914-6298 or Jennifer.Matthews@rrcc.edu.