Customer Experience Specialist

Customer Experience Specialist Print ( ufeff Customer Experience Specialist Salary $55,000.00 - $57,000.00 Annually Location Denver, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number CU38837 Department University of Colorado - System Administration Opening Date 01/29/2026 Closing Date 2/11/2026 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address 1800 Grant St., Denver, CO 80203 FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Type of Announcement This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits Department Information To apply, please go to: 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, youu2019ll have a direct impact on shaping the future of higher education. In addition to the Office of the Board of Regents, the University of Coloradou2019s system administration includes 19 units that provide essential services to CUu2019s 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 youu2019re 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 Procurement Service Center (PSC) is responsible for the purchasing, payables, contracts, commercial card, strategic sourcing, sustainability, small business program, and travel for the University of Coloradou2019s (CU) four campuses and the Office of the President. Do you enjoy building relationships with diverse audiences, continuously learning, and being the go-to person for your customers? If so, this position is perfect for you. As a Customer Experience Specialist, you will provide training and support to customers needing assistance with Procurement Service Center (PSC) functions. You will be an expert in guiding customers on the use of PSC tools such as PeopleSoft, Concur, CU Marketplace, and others as they arise. Additionally, you will promote employee compliance by interpreting University policies related to procurement, commercial cards, travel, purchasing, and accounts payable. You will also constantly seek ways to improve the customer experience by offering insights into resource and training development to help customers succeed in managing PSC processes. This role is crucial to the PSCu2019s mission of delivering excellent customer service. This position reports to the Customer Success Program Manager and is exempt from the State of Colorado Classified Staff System. Where You Will Work: This is a hybrid role, with occasional onsite work at our 1800 Grant Street office located in Denver. Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities: Support and Service: u2022 Provides individualized training and support to employees and affiliates across all four campuses and the Office of the President on the use of various complex tools, including the Concur Travel & Expense system and CUu2019s Marketplace e-procurement system. This support is delivered through email, phone, video meetings, virtual office hours, and webinar training. This role is a member of the PSC Service Desk team that responds to a high volume of email and phone interactions, simultaneously throughout the day during the PSCu2019s core operational hours of 8 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1 p.m.-5 p.m. MST. Understands PSC and University policies and provides guidance to stakeholders on their applicability and use u2022 Assists external suppliers by researching the status of payments, identifying resolutions for payment delay, and assisting in the supplier request and registration process u2022 Instructs internal and external customers on Procurement Service Center website resources, including navigating to policies, procedures, forms, learning resources, tax and other information u2022 Investigates issues, identifying when action is required by other resources, and escalating to appropriate stakeholders as necessary u2022 Utilize procurement tools (Concur, CU Marketplace, PeopleSoft Finance, etc.) as needed to complete basic system tasks and provide easy resolutions for campus customers u2022 Takes quick action on escalating potential issues with systems or policy when short-term customer contact trends suggest the need u2022 Interacts regularly with PSC personnel to learn and stay current on business processes, policies, and tool configuration u2022 Identifies gaps in content and creates content to support knowledge and AI chatbot functionality. Knowledge Collection and Process Improvement: u2022 Self-starter that continually looks for opportunities to increase knowledge in internal PSC functions to better support customers. u2022 Develops relationships and builds trust with customers as the front line into the PSC u2022 Provides professional, accurate and timely resolution to customer inquiries u2022 Tracks and manages contacts, tasks, research, and communications using CRM and other specialized tools/software u2022 Creates content for the PSC Knowledge Base in the form of Knowledge Articles that can be utilized to accurately resolve future inquiries as it relates to PSC processes and policies. Special Projects: u2022 Work on special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications: + Bacheloru2019s degree from an accredited institution of higher education, or equivalent professional experience (professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis) + One (1) year of professional work experience in a customer service role (e.g., inbound help desk/call center; or other customer engagement environment) Preferred Qualifications: + Two (2) years of professional work experience in a customer service role supporting a business, procurement, finance, and/or educational function + Experience with one or more of the following: o General procurement practices o Procure to pay business processes o eProcurement and financial systems o Salesforce Service Cloud o Peoplesoft o Chatbots o Managing customer inquiries through Live Chat functionality + Professional experience working in a higher education institution + Experience using Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven solutions in support of customers and business operations + Experience handling a high volume of inbound inquiries or cases while maintaining professionalism and accuracy + Experience de-escalating situations in customer service environments + Experience supporting customers across multiple channels (phone, email, chat) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Impeccable customer service skills + Oral, written, listening, and interpersonal skills (including the ability to facilitate interaction, communication, and teamwork between others), along with excellent comprehension skills + A teaching mindset and skillset, including the ability to utilize multiple methods with one individual in order to ensure learning is received and retained + Collaboration skills, including the ability to work (in-person and remotely) with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal + Computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, along with the ability to research and implement new software/tools to advance office goals and business processes + Organizational skills, with the ability to work under pressure, manage multiple concurrent/competing projects, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness and strong customer service + Critical thinking skills, including the ability to identify problems, questions, and assumptions; establish significance; and develop new ideas and initiatives that improve the performance of the organization + Customer service skills, including the ability to actively listen, address customer needs, defuse tense situations, and maintain an open, flexible, and friendly demeanor + Ability to work independently in a highly dynamic, flexible, and fast-paced environment + Ability to learn technical, policy, and procedural information quickly and to retain it well + Ability to utilize AI solutions to assist or perform business operations + Knowledge of AI ethics and data privacy considerations in the workplace + Knowledge of natural language prompting (NLP) + Ability to produce content, ideate, edit, and perform analysis Supplemental Information How to Apply: For full consideration, please attach the following as separate documents to your application at + 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. 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 ourComprehensive Benefits Guide (. Access ourTotal Compensation Calculator (to see what your total rewards could be at CU. (This position is a University Staff position) Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the

Created: 2026-02-02