This is a NON-CLASSIFIED employment opportunity.  Visit the State of Colorado for Classified employment opportunities.   

The BSN/NUA/LPN Program Support Specialist supports the Nursing Programs (BSN, NUA & LPN) in organizing and coordinating instructional program support services.

The college offers the possibility for alternative work arrangements such as flexplace, remote work, or flextime scheduling upon completion of training and department needs.

Reports to: Assistant to the Executive Dean

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution OR completed Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with two years of professional level experience performing similar duties to those described for this position OR completed High School Diploma/GED with four years of professional level experience performing similar duties to those described for this position.
• Two years of professional level experience managing and coordinating department program support OR two years of professional level experience in an academic institution with demonstrated organizational and leadership abilities.
• Experience with data collection and analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population.

Professional level experience is defined by the Colorado Division of Human Resources: A position that involves the exercise of discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, or sharing an organized body of knowledge.  Colorado revised statute (C.R.S. 24-50-135(1) allows colleges to exempt positions from the State Personnel Classified System that are determined to be professional level work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of professional level experience managing and coordinating department program support OR three more years of professional level experience in an academic institution with demonstrated organizational and leadership abilities.
• Microsoft Application experience, including Excel and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of discipline areas in the HS division.
• Demonstrated understanding of the college mission.

For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. on March 5, 2025.  Applications accepted until position is filled.  

Pikes Peak State College reserves the right to close the job posting once a sufficient applicant pool has been obtained.  

Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment.

Visa support is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:  Application must be submitted online.  Incomplete applications may not receive full consideration.  A complete application will include:

• Cover letter - Address the minimum and preferred qualifications in the order listed on the job announcement.
• Resume - Reflect experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.  
• Unofficial Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts for all degrees conferred.  Official transcripts are required if hired for the position.  
• Professional References - Provide names and contact information for three recent professional references who can address your expertise and background for this position.

This position may be eligible for a variety of employee benefits.  Pikes Peak State College participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) contribution rates.

Note: Prior submission of application materials will not be considered.

Essential Functions

Operations Management: Performs and manages administrative functions. Assists with the application process of
BSN, NUA and LPN Programs. Exercise initiative, judgment, and discretion in managing daily department operations. Develop, evaluate and modify office operations to streamline consistency. Determine the logistical needs appropriate for each program; ensure effective internal controls for processing documents and maintaining accountable records. Data collection and analysis, including supervision of quality and completion of data. Work with department chairs to prepare and determine requirements for and maintains records of procurement processes, manages the requisitioning, receipt, use and turn in of department material. Assist in all nursing onboarding including: initial program communication to new hires, managing ID & key requests and monitoring, uploading, and maintaining documentation throughout onboarding process as well as CTE Credential documentation, including consultation with employee and HR.

Faculty Load and Compensation (FLAC): Maintain data accuracy and integrity of faculty and instructor pay within the FLAC system to ensure appropriate work schedules and timely compensation. Develop, maintain and modify processes critical to timely and accurate faculty and instructor compensation. Maintain current knowledge of pay formulas, tier pay, and pay dates. Processes and monitors request for contracts or special contracts. Serve as a resource to educate and train the division on pay processes. Assist the FLAC Team and HRS with solving pay errors.

Budget Support: Budget preparation, reporting, reconciliation, and analysis. Manage departments ordering and track purchasing orders. Maintain current knowledge of Carl Perkins guidelines to accurately account for Perkins budget data and reports. Advocate for grant funding requests and procurement of Perkins equipment, educational supplies, and department travel.

• Ensure the timely and professional presentation and showcasing of the Health Sciences Simulation Center
  and its operations.
• Assist the Assistant to the Executive Dean as a Campus Tour liaison for Health Sciences and Colorado
  Springs District High Schools.
• Serve as liaison between other PPSC departments, procurement, and marketing needs, when assigned or
  presented.
• Assist with the development and retention of program accreditations.
• Assist with the collection, analysis, and reporting of enrollment and program data.
• Assist administration with the procurement of instructional supplies and facilities requirements.
• Assist Department Chairs with course staffing and performance evaluations.
• Assist faculty with coordinating and managing advisory board committees.
• Assist Department Chairs with textbook adoptions.
• Assist Department Chairs with course schedules.
• Assist Department Chairs with student advising needs.
• Assist Department Chairs with managing student registrations.
• Maintain appropriate and accurate files.

General Duties, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Cultural competence and demonstrated evidence, understanding, and commitment to the concepts of diversity, multiculturalism, and their application in the workplace.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across the college and community partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and measure complex programs and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to employ qualitative as well as quantitative analytical process to identify and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to read, understand, and interpret educational procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to use various computer programs and applications.
• Demonstrated the ability to analyze and prepare budgets and data reports.
• Ability to travel to multiple campus locations to support division needs.

As part of the State of Colorado, PPSC offers a competitive benefits package:

• PERA retirement benefits.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage.
• Life and Disability Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts. 
• Paid Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Accrued Annual and Sick Leave.
• Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

This job description reflects Pikes Peak State College’s best effort to describe the essential duties and qualifications of the job.  It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job.  This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation.   

EEO Statement: Pikes Peak State College is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act institution.  We value diversity, strive for a more unified campus where all people are valued, treated fairly, and possess a sense of belonging.  Pikes Peak State College encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.