<p>Position Information</p> <p>Classification Title Temporary Hourly Employment Category Temporary Is this an Hourly position? Yes Work Hours/Week 0-40 Overtime Eligible? Yes Position Location Denver, CO 80216 Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work? No Description of Work Unit</p> <p>The Colorado State University (CSU) System, along with its partners, has developed a unique and exciting public facility called CSU Spur at the National Western Center in Denver, Colorado. The CSU Spur campus houses three buildings focused on water, food and agriculture, human and animal health, and sustainability. Within the Spur buildings, CSU conducts research and convenes experts from around the globe; students of all ages engage with science and have opportunities for exploratory learning, transforming their thinking about food, water, and health, and the careers available in these fields; and partners join in programming the space and bringing evolving content to the year-round campus. CSU Spur is part of a larger 250-acre redevelopment project, which started in 2013 and reimagines what the National Western Center can be, creates a site that will support the National Western Stock Show long-term, and makes the location a year-round destination. CSU Spur was created with an Anchor Institution framework and is committed to supporting the surrounding communities through the programming and activities developed at the campus.</p> <p>More information about CSU Spur is available at www.csuspur.org.</p> <p>Search Contact Email nicholas.trujillo@colostate.edu Position Summary</p> <p>We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Operations Specialist to join our team at CSU Spur's Food Innovation Center. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our state-of-the-art facilities dedicated to food research, development, and innovation.</p> <p>Position Minimum Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>At least 1 year experience in a fast-paced food service or similar environment. </li><li>Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities with a keen eye for detail. </li><li>Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and levels of an organization. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively in English (reading and writing) </li><li>Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. </li><li>Desire to learn and grow with a new and exciting organization. </li><li>A relevant food handling certification or the ability to acquire one within 60 days of employment. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field, OR a culinary degree. </li><li>Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (FDA, USDA) and best practices in food handling and sanitation. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish (reading and writing) </li><li>Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with facility management software </li></ul>