University of Colorado
Salesforce Technical Administrator
University of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Position Summary
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Salesforce Technical Administrator
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University of Colorado . This position is part of the Office of Advancement and reports to the Solutions Architect and Team Manager. The role focuses on hands‑on configuration and development within the university’s Salesforce ecosystem, supporting scalable and reliable solutions across Salesforce products including Ascend, Sales Cloud, and Service Cloud. Where You Will Work
Fully remote position within Colorado with four on‑site callback weeks per year at CU System office, 1800 Grant St., Denver, Colorado. Applicants must be Colorado residents or able to relocate to Colorado within one month of hiring. 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 applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Duties & Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
Configure and maintain Salesforce objects, fields, page layouts, validation rules, flows, and other declarative tools. Contribute to Apex development tasks, including triggers, classes, and Lightning Web Components under senior staff guidance. Manage user roles, profiles, permission sets, and security settings. Support data quality through automation, validation, and cleanup processes. Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and QA coordination. Maintain platform documentation and contribute to release readiness. Assist with integration support and system optimization. Collaborate cross‑functional to translate business needs into technical solutions. Secondary Responsibilities
Participate in technical design discussions and propose scalable solutions. Support testing and deployment across environments. Contribute to end‑user documentation and training materials. Engage in professional development to expand technical depth and architectural understanding. What We Offer
Salary
Annual range: $105,000 – $115,000. Benefits
No‑cost or low‑cost medical & dental plan options, including IVF assistance. Disability, Life, Vision insurance. Retirement planning options including mandatory 401(a) with 10% employer match, 401(k), 403(b), and 457 deferred compensation. Pre‑tax savings plans (Health Care and Dependent Care FSAs). Paid sick and vacation leave, 12 paid holidays, and a dedicated winter break week. 6 weeks of parental leave. Tuition benefit program. Free RTD EcoPass and free onsite parking. Additional perks via CU Advantage. Additional Taxable Fringe Benefits
May be available. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (experience may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis). Minimum two years as a Salesforce CRM system administrator. Salesforce Administrator Certification. Demonstrated Apex development experience (coursework, projects, or professional contributions). Preferred Qualifications
Additional Salesforce certifications (e.g., Platform App Builder, Advanced Admin). Experience with Salesforce Ascend or Education Data Architecture (EDA). Exposure to DevOps tools and practices (Gearset, CI/CD). Higher education or nonprofit environment experience. Interest in technical architecture or solution design. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of Salesforce administration and configuration. Foundational Apex development skills and willingness to grow. Independent troubleshooting and problem resolution. Strong communication and collaboration with technical and functional teams. Attention to detail and documentation standards. Ability to learn new technologies. Interest in long‑term system design and architecture. Certifications
Salesforce Administrator Certification (required) Salesforce PD1 certification (preferred) How to Apply
Attach a resume and any relevant experience documents. Save each attachment and check the “Job Specific Attachments” box when uploading. Submit all materials through CU Careers; emailed materials will not be considered. When to Apply
Complete applications must be submitted by Monday, November 10th. Reference checking is part of the hiring process. Applicants may be asked to provide contact information for up to five references. Sponsorship Statement
We are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Background Check Statement
The University of Colorado conducts background investigations for all final applicants, including criminal history, financial history, motor vehicle history, and fingerprinting when appropriate. Employment eligibility verification is required by the end of the third day of work. ADA Statement
We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact the ADA Coordinator at systemhr@cu.edu. Job Category
Information Technology Primary Location
Denver Department
S0001 -- System Administration Schedule
Full‑time Posting Date
Oct 31, 2025 Unposting Date
Ongoing Position Number
00819735 Contact
Email: systemhr.recruiting@cu.edu } #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join to apply for the
Salesforce Technical Administrator
role at
University of Colorado . This position is part of the Office of Advancement and reports to the Solutions Architect and Team Manager. The role focuses on hands‑on configuration and development within the university’s Salesforce ecosystem, supporting scalable and reliable solutions across Salesforce products including Ascend, Sales Cloud, and Service Cloud. Where You Will Work
Fully remote position within Colorado with four on‑site callback weeks per year at CU System office, 1800 Grant St., Denver, Colorado. Applicants must be Colorado residents or able to relocate to Colorado within one month of hiring. 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 applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Duties & Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
Configure and maintain Salesforce objects, fields, page layouts, validation rules, flows, and other declarative tools. Contribute to Apex development tasks, including triggers, classes, and Lightning Web Components under senior staff guidance. Manage user roles, profiles, permission sets, and security settings. Support data quality through automation, validation, and cleanup processes. Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and QA coordination. Maintain platform documentation and contribute to release readiness. Assist with integration support and system optimization. Collaborate cross‑functional to translate business needs into technical solutions. Secondary Responsibilities
Participate in technical design discussions and propose scalable solutions. Support testing and deployment across environments. Contribute to end‑user documentation and training materials. Engage in professional development to expand technical depth and architectural understanding. What We Offer
Salary
Annual range: $105,000 – $115,000. Benefits
No‑cost or low‑cost medical & dental plan options, including IVF assistance. Disability, Life, Vision insurance. Retirement planning options including mandatory 401(a) with 10% employer match, 401(k), 403(b), and 457 deferred compensation. Pre‑tax savings plans (Health Care and Dependent Care FSAs). Paid sick and vacation leave, 12 paid holidays, and a dedicated winter break week. 6 weeks of parental leave. Tuition benefit program. Free RTD EcoPass and free onsite parking. Additional perks via CU Advantage. Additional Taxable Fringe Benefits
May be available. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (experience may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis). Minimum two years as a Salesforce CRM system administrator. Salesforce Administrator Certification. Demonstrated Apex development experience (coursework, projects, or professional contributions). Preferred Qualifications
Additional Salesforce certifications (e.g., Platform App Builder, Advanced Admin). Experience with Salesforce Ascend or Education Data Architecture (EDA). Exposure to DevOps tools and practices (Gearset, CI/CD). Higher education or nonprofit environment experience. Interest in technical architecture or solution design. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of Salesforce administration and configuration. Foundational Apex development skills and willingness to grow. Independent troubleshooting and problem resolution. Strong communication and collaboration with technical and functional teams. Attention to detail and documentation standards. Ability to learn new technologies. Interest in long‑term system design and architecture. Certifications
Salesforce Administrator Certification (required) Salesforce PD1 certification (preferred) How to Apply
Attach a resume and any relevant experience documents. Save each attachment and check the “Job Specific Attachments” box when uploading. Submit all materials through CU Careers; emailed materials will not be considered. When to Apply
Complete applications must be submitted by Monday, November 10th. Reference checking is part of the hiring process. Applicants may be asked to provide contact information for up to five references. Sponsorship Statement
We are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Background Check Statement
The University of Colorado conducts background investigations for all final applicants, including criminal history, financial history, motor vehicle history, and fingerprinting when appropriate. Employment eligibility verification is required by the end of the third day of work. ADA Statement
We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact the ADA Coordinator at systemhr@cu.edu. Job Category
Information Technology Primary Location
Denver Department
S0001 -- System Administration Schedule
Full‑time Posting Date
Oct 31, 2025 Unposting Date
Ongoing Position Number
00819735 Contact
Email: systemhr.recruiting@cu.edu } #J-18808-Ljbffr