Colorado Christian University Careers

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About the Job

The Housing Operations Assistant (HOA) provides strategic support for the management of Colorado Christian University Residence Life housing operations. This position requires a history of supervision and demonstrated expertise in leading and supporting others. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of housing policy issues that influence the growth and development of student residential communities. The role demands efficiency in task prioritization with minimal supervision and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities with excellence and discernment. A mature and continually growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ is essential, as is the ability to model spiritual leadership and encourage others in their faith journey. Finally, the candidate should have a deep passion for the collegiate learning environment and a commitment to fostering Christ-centered community development within the residence halls.

Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world-class education to thousands of students. The fully accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver.

Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914 on two principles — grace and truth. CCU’s scriptural foundation comes from John 1:17: For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. (ESV)

CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.

A leader in higher education, the University has been consistently ranked in the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. CCU has had nine consecutive years of enrollment growth and has been named one of the five fastest-growing master’s granting universities by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

CCU offers more than 200 degree program options for traditional and adult students through its College of Undergraduate Studies and College of Adult and Graduate Studies. More than 9,000 students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and online.

Scripture states all Christians are called to serve Christ and to minister to others. Because Christians are individuals with different gifts and callings, we serve Christ in a variety of ministry vocations. CCU invites you to explore how you may use your calling and gifts at the University.

1. Faith-friendly: CCU’s culture is unique to higher education. Where else can you pursue academic excellence yet read the Holy Bible, pray with teammates and students at work, and work to impact our culture in support of Christian values?
2. Convictionally Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God’s Word.
3. Live out your calling: We are a traditional evangelical university where you can invest your God-given talents and abilities alongside coworkers and teammates, while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
4. Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings and preparing them for positions of significant leadership in the church, business, government, education, and other professions, as a key part of our University's Strategic Priorities.

1. A bachelor's degree preferred.
2. Working knowledge of residence hall living and front desk operations. 
3. Understanding of the socio-emotional and spiritual needs of college students and act upon such knowledge to foster educational communities for students. 
4. Strong self-motivation and the ability to solve complex problems independently.
5. Professional poise, sound judgment, and the ability to assess needs and develop positive, effective solutions in alignment with university protocols.
6. Excellent communication skills with students, staff, faculty, and parents via phone, email, video conferencing platforms, and in person.
7. A servant’s heart and a teachable spirit.
8. The ability to contribute positively to the dynamics and effectiveness of the Residence Life Team.

1. Mission Contribution: CCU’s mission is Christ-centered higher education, transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. In this role, the Housing Operations Assistant contributes to the mission by supporting a positive living-learning environment that will benefit the student experience.
2. Update and maintain housing assignments and meal plans in StarRez, the University’s housing data management program.
3. Regularly process, review, and edit housing and meal plan applications and other Residence Life forms. 
4. Hire and supervise student employees for coverage of two residence hall front desks.
5. Assist Residence Life Staff Team in housing operations processes and tasks. 
6. Residence Life Office First Point of Contact for guest traffic, phones, and email. 
7. Draft and manage external communication from the Department of Residence Life to prospective and current students. 
8. Maintain accurate and consistent Residence Life information on CCU website and other relevant platforms.
9. Maintain accurate, consistent information about Residence Life, housing, and dining services across websites, print materials, and as requested by IT, University Communications, and other departments.
10. Demonstrate a genuine interest in campus life by actively participating in campus functions such as chapel, various student programming opportunities, key student events, and other areas as deemed necessary by the Associate Dean of Residence.
11. Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director or Associate Dean of Residence Life.
12. This position offers an individual the option to live-on campus in rotation as an after-hours, on-call presence to oversee housing operations, handle on-call responsibilities, and contribute to after-hours training, events, and meetings during the open and close of each term.

Spiritual Requirements

1. Committed follower of Jesus Christ, who believes there is no salvation apart from faith in his atonement on the cross, by grace alone becoming "born again" thus beginning a personal relationship with Christ, the Son of God.
2. Able to effectively communicate personal faith and apply biblical principles and convictions in the workplace. Must have a strong sense of calling to the ministry of Colorado Christian University.
3. Regularly attend and be engaged in meaningful involvement in a Bible-believing evangelical local church. Knowledgeable about the Word of God and passionate about Christian education.
4. Must be a traditional evangelical Christian whose lifestyle is in consonance with sound Christian principles, is compatible with CCU’s Statement of Faith, and is in agreement with the Strategic Priorities promulgated by the University.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Colorado Christian University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status. CCU is committed to an environment free from discrimination and harassment and calls on every member of the university community to be vigilant in deterring and reporting all violations. CCU does reserve the right to exercise preference on the basis of religion in all of its employment practices. All employees who work at CCU must demonstrate a spiritual testimony consistent with our evangelical mission and follow our lifestyle expectations.