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Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
Official Title: Student Services Professional
Working Title: Survivor Advocate
FTE: Full-time 
Salary Range: $55,497 - $59,572
Position #00849539- Requisition #40231

About the University of Colorado, Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus
CU Denver and the CU Anschutz Medical Campus serve as vital pillars of the University of Colorado system. Located in the heart of the city, CU Denver helps make education work for all by offering unique opportunities at a premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top-ranked bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs, across seven schools and colleges. Just a few miles away in Aurora, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus is a nationally recognized academic medical campus, home to six health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked hospitals-UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado-which together see more than 2.6 million patient visits annually. 
While on separate campuses, the two universities collaborate in key areas to provide comprehensive support for students, faculty, and staff. The results are powerful: Together, CU Denver and CU Anschutz Medical Campus have earned an R1 classification for conducting cutting-edge and life-changing research that creates impact in our communities. Additionally, for more than a decade, they have received a national Military Friendly School designation. For more information visit,  ucdenver.edu  and cuanschutz.edu.

Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *
The Phoenix Center at Auraria (PCA) serves students, staff, and faculty associated with University of Colorado Denver, Community College of Denver, and Metropolitan State University Denver. The PCA provides free and confidential resources and assistance to survivors of interpersonal violence (relationship violence, sexual violence, and stalking), as well as their friends, families, and concerned others. The PCA support services include academic advocacy, assistance reporting to the school and/or law enforcement at the survivor's request, safety planning, court accompaniment, emotional support, and more. The PCA also provides campus education and training, awareness raising events, and campus policy guidance.
This position addresses the needs of students, faculty, and staff on the Auraria campus who have experienced sexual violence, stalking, and relationship violence, through providing confidential advocacy services, crisis intervention, and referrals. The position reports to the Assistant Director of Advocacy Services for the Phoenix Center at Auraria (PCA). The Survivor Advocate is responsible for providing, direct victim advocacy services in-person and via Zoom, on the helpline, and during on-scene response (responding to university offices and facilities during business hours) to any and all survivors of interpersonal violence (relationship violence, sexual violence, and stalking).

Survivor Advocate: 
What you will do:
    Provide advocacy, resources, safety planning, emergency assistance, case management, and support to victims/survivors of interpersonal violence
    Provide resources and referral information regarding judicial, legal, medical, law enforcement, therapeutic, and academic services available to victims/survivors of interpersonal violence
    Provide assistance to victims/survivors of interpersonal violence including navigating and negotiating campus service areas such as academic and student affairs units, academic accommodations, escort and safety services, law enforcement investigations, Title IX/student conduct, discipline processes, and other related university policies
    Provide education and information regarding the dynamics of relationship violence, sexual violence, and stalking
    Assess immediate needs and provide appropriate referrals and warm handoffs
    Complete all necessary documentation up to and including inputting data into the case management system
    Assist the Assistant Director of Advocacy Services with training for and serve on the 24/7 helpline 
    Other duties as assigned

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications) 
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. 
    A bachelor's degree in psychology, social science, student affairs, social work, gender and women's studies, public health, human services, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
    1 year of demonstrated experience providing advocacy support, case management, and/or crisis intervention to survivors of interpersonal violence or trauma
Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications) 
    40 hours of interpersonal violence victim advocacy training
    Demonstrated experience integrating theories of intersectionality and cultural competence in trauma response services
    Experience with training volunteers
    Bilingual (Spanish) fluency

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 
    Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally. 
    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
    Outstanding customer service skills.
    Demonstrate an exceptional understanding of access and engagement with a commitment to developing equitable practices.
    Demonstrated commitment to cause of supporting survivors and ending interpersonal violence

Conditions of Employment 
    Required to have a driver's license and valid insurance (per our DVP grant) in case the advocate needs to attend court or accompaniment of any kind.
    Position requires rotating after-hours on call shifts for the 24/7 helpline, and some attendance at after-hours events for advocacy support.
    Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required. 
    This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.

Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements  
    The ability to sit for extended periods, stand and walk occasionally, reach with hands and arms, use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse, and have good near vision for computer work; often requiring minimal lifting, but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers. 
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.
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu .

Employment Sponsorship
Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $55,497 - $59,572.   
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by June 25, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Required Application Materials:
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:
    A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
    A current CV/resume
    List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Questions should be directed to Katherine Miller, katherine.miller@ucdenver.edu

Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.