Job Details

University of Colorado System Administration

Payroll Coordinator

Position Number: 6877426
Location: Denver, CO
Position Type: Human Resources

Payroll Coordinator

Payroll Coordinator - 38730 University Staff

Description
Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Higher Education!

At the System Administration office at the University of Colorado, we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our office is committed to fostering a culture where employees find community, a sense of belonging, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission and purpose.

By joining our team, you'll have a direct impact on shaping the future of higher education. In addition to the Office of the Board of Regents, the University of Colorado's system administration includes 19 units that provide essential services to CU's campuses in Aurora, Boulder, Colorado Springs, and Denver, as well as the Office of the President. While not a part of any one campus, we are proud to serve in the centralized office for the University system. Together, we ensure CU continues to deliver outstanding education, groundbreaking research, and valuable service to our communities.

We believe in creating an environment where the unique experiences and perspectives of everyone are embraced, enriching the work we do and the strategic outcomes we pursue. If you're passionate about making a difference, contributing to a dynamic team, and supporting a mission that matters, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey. Learn more about CU System Administration.
Position Summary:
The position of the Payroll Coordinator serves as part of a Payroll cross-functional team consisting of HCM/Payroll Support, Payroll Coordinators and Payroll Processors. The teams work together, sharing information, with identified campus staff, students, and system users, rotating as determined by team and leadership. This position advises, supports and counsels university faculty, staff, students, retirees and their dependents through payroll policies and procedures and assists department users entering new or correctional payroll transactions into the Human Capital Management (HCM) system. Professional customer service and proficient oral and written communication is required of this position.

Payroll Coordinators (Specialists) are responsible for the day-to-day payroll functions. They work closely with HCM/Payroll Support Professionals to assess incoming issues or concerns and determine the best way to resolve them. This role must determine the customer's knowledge base to educate them on appropriate procedures to ensure timely and accurate payroll payments and may guide users to the appropriate resource materials and training guides. This role will escalate issues to other members of their payroll team as appropriate. This role will be responsible for recording contact information and resolutions into the ES ticketing system.

This position reports to the Assistant Director of Payroll Operations and is exempt from the State of Colorado Classification System.

Where You Will Work:
Applicants must be Colorado residents or able to relocate to Colorado within a month of starting employment with University of Colorado System Administration.

Remote - this role is eligible to work remotely within Colorado.

Please note, leadership may adjust in-office work requirements with a minimum of three months' notice before any change can be implemented.
Equal 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. Duties & Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
1. Support day to day payroll responsibilities which include processing off-cycle payments, overpayments, ACH bank returns (partial and full), bank pulls, garnishments, life claims, deduction and contribution adjustments, SSA, Child Services, letters requesting salary information, payroll expense transfers, tax adjustments, and other duties as assigned.
2. Provide support to campus users regarding CU policies and procedures, HCM system, including questions with position data, job data, personal data, tax withholding, and time collection.
3. Answer questions and resolve issues in a timely manner related to Time and Attendance and Absence Management.
4. Work with other members of the payroll cross-functional team regarding escalated issues.
5. Provides timely feedback to the organization regarding service failures or customer concerns.
6. Prepare and/or review written step-by-step guides on duties to support knowledge transfer opportunities for other members of the payroll cross-functional team.
7. Prepare and/or review written step-by-step guides to assist campus partners with policy and procedures.
8. Build sustainable relationships with team and campus staff through trust and open and interactive communication.
9. Track all escalations and calls via the ticketing system.
10. Adhere to established metrics with regards to ticket closure.
11. Ensure the professional delivery of HCM and payroll actions in compliance with Employee Services technical guidelines, administrative policies and procedures.

What We Offer:
Salary: The anticipated hiring range has been established at $62,000-$66,000.

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.

Access our Total Compensation Calculator to see what your total rewards could be at CU. (This position is a University Staff position)
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:

Please ensure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against these qualifications. You must meet all minimum requirements listed at the time of application to be considered for this role.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education (education requirement may be substituted by professional experience)
Two (2) years experience in a Customer Service environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Three (3) years of equivalent experience, as stated above
Experience in Higher Education environments
Experience with PeopleSoft HCM system
Experience calculating a paycheck including gross to net, benefits, social security, Medicare, federal and multistate taxes
Professional Payroll certifications (CPP)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:

Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and under pressure, to manage multiple concurrent tasks and responsibilities, and to deal with changing priorities, while maintaining personal effectiveness.
Demonstrated high level of commitment to customer service.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other University personnel, and the public.

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
A resume including any and 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 February 4th. Reference checking is a standard step in our hiring process. You may be asked to provide contact information, including email addresses, 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 history, motor vehicle history and/or fingerprinting background check. 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.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV

Job Category: Human Resources

Primary Location: Denver Department: S0001 -- System Administration - 51000 - Employee Services

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Jan 26, 2026

Unposting Date: Feb 5, 2026, 6:59:00 AM Posting Contact Name: systemhr.recruiting@cu.edu Posting Contact Email: systemhr.recruiting@cu.edu Position Number: 00726158

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