Careers

Founded in 1889 as the state teachers' college, today the University of Northern Colorado boasts more than 100 undergraduate and 100-plus graduate programs of study offered by five colleges that include a nationally recognized business school, innovative health and human science programs, and award-winning theater arts and teacher education programs, all supported by a cornerstone curriculum in the humanities and social sciences.

Career Hub

Why work for UNC? Please visit our CAREER HUB to learn what benefits UNC offers and why our campus is a fantastic place to work.  

Open Vacancies 

See our FULL LIST OF VACANCIES. You can also choose the type of career you are searching for by clicking on the links below:

Position Highlights

Equal Pay for Equal Work Post Selection Notifications

Part of the Equal Work for Equal Pay mandate in the state of Colorado requires UNC to provide notice of candidates selected for posted job opportunities. To demonstrate interest to open positions at the University of Northern Colorado, external candidates will need to apply for open positions on our careers sites above. Internal candidates can demonstrate interest to open positions via the Internal Careers Site located in Cornerstone. For any questions, please call the Human Resources office at (970) 351-2718.

• State of Colorado Classified Jobs Employment Opportunities 

  Employment Opportunities

  UNC Classified Vacancies: To view UNC vacancies, scroll down to University of Northern Colorado and select the arrow to show current positions available. Applications must be submitted by the ‘apply by’ date as instructed in the announcement.

  GUIDE TO STATE CLASSIFIED EMPLOYMENT

  PAPER APPLICATION FOR CLASSIFIED POSITIONS

  Job Evaluation and Compensation

  Applicants and current employees can visit the following sites to find information on Class Descriptions, Job Minimum Qualifications, and Compensation Plans for the State of Colorado Classified positions.

  • Class Descriptions & Minimum Qualifications
  • Compensation Plan

  Conditions of Employment

  • All candidates who are extended an offer of employment must complete and pass a background check. Some positions, depending on the job duties will need to complete a physical evaluation to be hired.
  • All new-hires must be able to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States within 3 days of hire.
  • All Employees are required to have direct deposit of your paycheck.
  • For positions requiring a degree, candidates must provide original transcripts within 30 days of hire.
• Faculty Employment Opportunities

  Employment Opportunities

  Faculty contracts are of three types and are denominated term, tenure-track, and tenure.   Academic ranks used for faculty consist of lecturer, instructor, assistant professor, associate professor, professor, and rank(s) associated with special status.  UNC requires original college transcripts to be submitted within 30 days of job offer and conducts educational verifications for faculty positions.

  All Faculty position require completion of the online application. Unless otherwise stated, all application materials are to be submitted through our job portal.

  International Candidates

  In addition to all other requirements for a contract, faculty or staff who are not holders of American passports or Legal Permanent Residents will require immigration paperwork. Depending on the country involved, this could take up to 90 days for processing. For any country other than Canada, please contact the Human Resources Department to find the current requirements.

  Conditions of Employment

  All candidates who are extended an offer of employment must complete and pass a background check. Some positions, depending on the job duties will need to complete a physical evaluation to be hired. All new-hires must be able to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States within 3 days of hire. All Employees are required to have direct deposit of your paycheck.
  For positions requiring a degree, candidates must provide original transcripts within 30 days of hire.

• Professional Administrative Staff Employment Opportunities

  Employment Opportunities

   Professional Administrative Staff position require completion of the online application. Unless otherwise stated, all application materials are to be submitted through our job portal.

  International Candidates

  In addition to all other requirements for a contract, faculty or staff who are not holders of American passports or Legal Permanent Residents will require immigration paperwork. Depending on the country involved, this could take up to 90 days for processing. For any country other than Canada, please contact the Human Resources Department to find the current requirements.

  Conditions of Employment

  • All candidates who are extended an offer of employment must complete and pass a background check. Some positions, depending on the job duties will need to complete a physical evaluation to be hired.
  • All new-hires must be able to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States within 3 days of hire.
  • All Employees are required to have direct deposit of your paycheck.
  • For positions requiring a degree, candidates must provide original transcripts within 30 days of hire.

Other Local Vacancies

• Greeley School District 6
• Greeley Area Chamber of Commerce
• Town of Windsor

About Greeley

Nestled between the snow-capped Rocky Mountains and the sprawling high plains just an hour’s drive north of Denver, the metro-Greeley area has a population of over 100,000. Its pace is comfortable, its personality eclectic, its population diverse. Located In the heart of Weld County - one of the fastest-growing areas in Colorado - Greeley provides access to an abundance of housing choices, job opportunities and cultural, recreational and entertainment amenities. You'll find all the major retailers and chain restaurants, great locally-owned shops and restaurants, and have easy access to a wide variety of Colorado adventures, whether you’re into skiing, hiking, camping, horseback riding, shopping or just exploring new vistas.