Collections Specialist
Colorado Christian University
Remote
United States
Description
About the Job  
 
The Collection Specialist assists in every aspect of collections working with students and collection  
agencies to ensure all accounts receivable is collected for CCU.  About CCU  
Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado  
and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world class education to thousands of students. The fully  accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver.  
and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world class education to thousands of students. The fully  accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver.  
Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914 on two principles — grace and truth. CCU’s  
scriptural foundation comes from John 1:17: For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth  
came through Jesus Christ. (ESV)  
CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with  
grace and truth. 
 
 A leader in higher education, the University has been consistently ranked in the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. CCU has had nine consecutive years of enrollment growth and has been named one of the five fastest-growing master’s granting universities by The Chronicle of Higher Education.  
 
CCU offers more than 200 degree program options for traditional and adult students through its  
College of Undergraduate Studies and College of Adult and Graduate Studies. More than 9,000  
students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and  
students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and  
online.  
Scripture states all Christians are called to serve Christ and to minister to others. Because  
Christians are individuals with different gifts and callings, we serve Christ in a variety of ministry  
vocations. CCU invites you to explore how you may use your calling and gifts at the University.  
What is most appealing about working at CCU?  
- Faith-friendly: CCU’s culture is unique to higher education. Where else can you pursue academic excellence yet read the Holy Bible, pray with teammates and students at work, and work to impact our culture in support of Christian values?
- Convictionally Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God’s Word.
- Live out your calling: We are a traditional evangelical university where you can invest your God-given talents and abilities alongside coworkers and teammates, while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings and preparing them for positions of significant leadership in the church, business, government, education, and other professions, as a key part of our University's Strategic Priorities.
We’re looking for candidates who have:  
-  A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in business administration,     accounting, or related field.  
-  Three years of accounts receivable experience.  
-  Strong analytical and problem solving-skills.  
-  Ellucian Colleague experience (preferred).  
-  Proficient typing skills and use of Microsoft Office; strong Microsoft Excel skills preferred.  
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  
Key Job Duties  
Mission Contribution  
 
CCU’s mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with  
grace and truth. In this role, the Collection Manager contributes to the mission by being member of  
a Christ-centered accounting team that is committed to serving CCU students, employees, and  
constituents with grace and truth.  
grace and truth. In this role, the Collection Manager contributes to the mission by being member of  
a Christ-centered accounting team that is committed to serving CCU students, employees, and  
constituents with grace and truth.  
Collections  
- Oversees the collection of accounts receivable including all student accounts, vocational  
rehab, and military tuition assistance programs.   - Monitor accounts receivable/ collections issues and implement improvements.  
Student Accounts  
-  Proactively collaborate with students, their advisors, and Service Central, and Financial Aid  
  to pursue payment options for delinquent student accounts. -  Analyze and allocate past due student accounts and payments.
-  Assist with student account and collection issues.  
Agency Collections  
-  Collect from vocational rehab and military tuition assistance programs including billing and  
account reconciliation.   -  Directs all aspects of third-party debt collectors including pre-collection and two collection  
agencies.  
 Work Environment  
While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to walk, stand, sit, reach with hands  
and arms, balance, stoop, speak with clarity, and have appropriate vision and hearing capabilities.  
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. You may be required to work  
occasional irregular hours, including some nights and weekends. Colorado Christian University  
expects all faculty and staff to become a part of the University community by participating in  
activities and events that occur on the campus throughout the year, which may occur during  
evenings and weekends.  
What we offer our employees:           
         
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to all employees. Our benefit package includes: a tuition waiver program, excellent healthcare, generous paid time off, matching 403(b) retirement plan, and additional organizational paid benefits and voluntary benefit offerings. Pay and benefits will be discussed in more detail as candidates progress through the interview process. The pay range for this job is $19.25-$21.50 per hour. Pay is assigned by reviewing a combination of job-related factors that may include: internal/external pay equity, the salary structure/pay grade, or a candidate’s qualifications/experience for the job. A wage range posted is not a guarantee of a specific wage and CCU reserves the right to make pay decisions based on economic and equity considerations. CCU does not determine pay based on sex or any other protected status.              
Application Status
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Spiritual Requirements
- Committed follower of Jesus Christ, who believes there is no salvation apart from faith in his atonement on the cross, by grace alone becoming "born again" thus beginning a personal relationship with Christ, the Son of God.
- Able to effectively communicate personal faith and apply biblical principles and convictions in the workplace. Must have a strong sense of calling to the ministry of Colorado Christian University.
- Regularly attend and be engaged in meaningful involvement in a Bible-believing evangelical local church. Knowledgeable about the Word of God and passionate about Christian education.
- Must be a traditional evangelical Christian whose lifestyle is in consonance with sound Christian principles, is compatible with CCU’s Statement of Faith, and is in agreement with the Strategic Priorities promulgated by the University.