Administrative Hearings Officer

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 president is the principal executive officer of the university, a member of the faculty and carries out the policies and programs established by the Board of Regents. The president is responsible for the administration of the university and for compliance of university matters with applicable regents laws and policies, and state and federal constitutions, laws, and regulations. 

The Administrative Hearings Officer (AHO) is responsible for University of Colorado system-wide hearings and final written determinations following formal investigations for allegations of sexual misconduct, including sexual assault, dating and domestic violence and stalking. The AHO is the decision-maker for sexual misconduct adjudications for all campuses in compliance with the university’s Sexual Misconduct, Intimate Partner Violence, and Stalking Policy (APS 5014). In collaboration with the Administrative Hearing Coordinator and Vice President of Compliance and Equity/System Title IX Coordinator (VP), the AHO presides over pre-hearing conferences and live hearings, makes evidentiary findings, and authors written determinations. Each of the four campuses remains responsible for the investigations, any applicable disciplinary decisions for either students or employees, and convening appeal boards.

The AHO reports to the VP in the System Office of Ethics, Risk and Compliance (OERC) and is exempt from the State of Colorado Classified system.

Where You Will Work:

Remote – this role is eligible to work remotely within the United States.

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:

• Review the investigative case file from the applicable campus Equity Office (Anschutz/Denver, Boulder or Colorado Springs) in preparation for the Pre-Hearing Conference and Live Hearing for each sexual misconduct case. Equity Offices will remain embedded in current campus administrative structures and will be funded and resourced by campus leadership and system according to campus priorities, in consultation with the VP.
• Preside over virtual, live pre-hearing conferences with the parties and their advisors