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Working TitleBiosecurity Operations Coordinator - Infection Prevention & Control

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202501203AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib I

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$55,000 - $63,000 with benefits (salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

+ Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf)

+ Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.

+ For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) .

+ Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) !

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on09/11/2025

Description of Work Unit

Veterinary Teaching Hospital

At the CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital ( VTH ) we exist to educate the next generation of veterinarians by providing exceptional veterinary care and service to the community every day. This work unit exists to provide administration and direction of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and provide a support facility for service to the general public and referring veterinarians.

Why work at Colorado State University?

CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Employers by State!”

We are looking to add individuals to our team who have the following characteristics:

+ Confidence – they expect success in what they do

+ Compassion – they have genuine care and concern for others

+ Empowerment – they use their knowledge and skills to adjust, change, and improve daily tasks/work for themselves and others

+ Integrity – they are honest, and others trust them

+ Responsibility – they take ownership of decisions and actions

Our Investment in You

CSU is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits and well-being package that supports you, your health, and your family.

These CSU resources help with many aspects of your life – financial, physical, emotional, family, workplace wellness. These resources are part of our investment in you.

Employees are benefits eligible when working a minimum of 20 hours per week;benefits outlined below reflect full-time status of 40 hours per week; some benefits would be prorated for part-time status.

+ Paid time off at 192 hours/year (accrued at 16 hours per month), 120 hours sick leave/year, and 11 paid holidays annually pro-rated by full-time equivalent ( FTE )

+ Comprehensive benefits programs and services including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Parental Leave, work/life resources, and more

+ 20% Employee Pet VTH Discount!

+ Robust Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) for your overall well-being

+ FREE college credit courses (up to 9-semester credits per year) through the Employee Study Privilege program

+ Tuition Scholarships up to 50% for eligible family members

+ FREE employee growth opportunity through CSU training and development opportunities. After-school programs and summer camps for kids

+ Community Discounts

+ FREE MAX transit use with CSU identification

For more detail about these and other Health and Welfare benefits and Commitment to Campus programs, visit our CSU Well-Being Hub athttps://hr.colostate.edu/well-being-hub/and our Benefits programs for Administrative Professional employees:https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/.

Retirement Programs

While employees of CSU do not contribute to Social Security, the University and the state of Colorado offer competitive retirement plans. As a condition of employment and required by Colorado law, employees are required to participate in either the University’s Defined Contribution Plan ( DCP ) or the Public Employee’s Retirement Plan ( PERA ) of Colorado. Each plan offers a generous employer match. For more information, visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/retirement/.

Tobacco and Smoke-Free

Colorado State University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. For the health of our university community, the use of smoking, vaping or tobacco products is prohibited on CSU grounds or in buildings.

Position Summary

Help Us Keep the VHS Healthy!

Do you thrive on details, love building systems that protect people and animals, and get a little thrill from spotting risks before they become problems? We’re looking for aBiosecurity Operations Coordinator – Infection Prevention & Controlto be the heartbeat of our system’s safety. In this role, you’ll champion protocols that keep our patients, staff, and community safe, ensuring that every paw print and every person who walks through our doors is protected.

You’ll be part investigator, part educator, and part problem-solver—collaborating with clinicians, technicians, and staff across our Veterinary Health System to create a culture of biosecurity. If you’re passionate about infection prevention, energized by teamwork, and ready to make a difference every single day, this role is for you!

The Biosecurity Operations Coordinator supports the Small Animal VTH (SA VTH ) by managing biosecurity protocols and compliance through practical workflows. This position works collaboratively to translate Biosecurity approved protocols into clear, applicable procedures for daily clinical use. They provide ongoing training to staff, students, interns, residents, and faculty in the SA VTH , while managing expectations in the isolation unit and liaising with Biosecurity and Occupational Health. This position develops and maintains workflow expectations for the SA VTH’s isolation units and serves as a liaison between the SA VTH and Occupational Health regarding PAPR equipment, rabies vaccination compliance, and staff training records. The position supports all SA VTH units, including Environmental/Custodial Services, in implementing and refining their biosecurity strategies, monitors compliance, reports findings to department supervisors/managers for accountability tracking when procedures are not followed. This role will provide educational opportunities, , responsible for maintaining rabies vaccination and PAPR tracking, conducting audits, identifying trends, and supporting hospital and main campus partnerships on waste and regulatory compliance. This position is expected to evaluate infection control tools for usability and efficiency while balancing budget considerations. Their primary mission is to protect patients, staff, and the broader community through practical and sustainable biosecurity measures.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

A combination of signing bonus and relocation expenses may be considered for successful and eligible candidates.

Required Job Qualifications

+ Associate’s degree from an accredited veterinary technology program OR degree in veterinary medicine, animal health, epidemiology, zoology, or related field.

+ Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in infection prevention, veterinary clinical settings, or related safety roles.

+ Ability to communicate and train effectively across various levels of learners and professionals.

+ Strong understanding of PPE , biosecurity procedures, and zoonotic disease transmission.

+ Experience in recordkeeping, auditing, and compliance tracking.

+ Capable of working independently within a fast-paced and dynamic clinical setting.

+ The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ Credentialed veterinary technician ( RVT , CVT , LVT ) or advanced degree in biosafety, public health, or infection control.

+ Previous experience in a multi-service veterinary hospital.

+ CIC® certification or equivalent infection prevention credential. If not CIC certified, the requirement would be to have this completed within 6 months of date of hire

+ Familiarity with occupational health procedures and exposure protocols.

+ Experience overseeing PAPR programs and rabies vaccination compliance.

+ Strong data analysis and reporting skills for infection control trend monitoring.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryTraining and Education

Duty/Responsibility

+ Conduct orientation and ongoing training sessions on infection control protocols for staff, interns, residents, and faculty.

+ Delivers training materials and modules for staff, students, and clinicians to ensure understanding and compliance with infection control procedures.

+ Provide hands-on demonstrations of proper PPE usage, including donning and doffing procedures.

+ Maintain updated resources and visual aids for ongoing reinforcement of PPE and biosecurity practices.

+ Ensure onboarding includes infection prevention standards across all relevant services.

+ Collaborate with staff supervisors in ensuring training participation and document completion.

+ Provide clarification and additional training following protocol breaches or questions.

Percentage Of Time25%

Job Duty CategoryPolicy Development and Implementation Section

Duty/Responsibility

+ Under the direction of Biosecurity, adapt biosecurity protocols into clear, usable procedures that work in fast-paced clinical environments.

+ Translate institutional guidance into workflows tailored to individual isolation units.

+ Review emerging research, outbreaks, or trends to drive timely updates to policies.

+ Ensure policy implementation includes clear education and accessible resources across all shifts.

+ Verify adoption of new workflows through direct observation and feedback from floor staff and supervisors.

+ Collaborates with Central Supply/Sterile Processing to evaluate instrument decontamination and ensure biosecurity protocols are maintained throughout sterile processing.

Percentage Of Time20%

Job Duty CategoryOversight of Isolation Unit

Duty/Responsibility

+ Direct daily operations of the SA Isolation Unit and act as the point person for admissions, discharges, and support needs.

+ Monitor compliance with entry/exit protocols and PPE usage.

+ Maintain inventory and access to isolation-specific PPE , disinfectants, and supplies.

+ Coordinate support from other units when needed for high caseloads or complex patients.

+ Audit adherence to workflow expectations and communicate any gaps to the shift lead or supervisor.

+ Support patients and staff with proper documentation, signage, and traffic flow.

Percentage Of Time25%

Job Duty CategoryLiaison and Compliance Coordination

Duty/Responsibility

+ Maintain rabies vaccine status records for all relevant employees and student workers.

+ Track PAPR inventory, cleaning, training, and access logs.

+ Serve as liaison to CSU Occupational Health for exposure protocols and reporting.

+ Coordinate fit testing, PPE trials, and updates in collaboration with safety officers.

+ Ensure timely communication of any health compliance changes or needs to Biosecurity and Occupational Health

Percentage Of Time10%

Job Duty CategoryAudits, Testing, and Reporting

Duty/Responsibility

+ Conduct regular rounds and audits across all isolation units.

+ Test and evaluate surface cleanliness, proper PPE use, and isolation procedures.

+ Document results and analyze data trends for compliance in areas of concern.

+ Report findings and make recommendations to Biosecurity and Hospital leadership for improvement.

+ Follow up on areas with repeat non-compliance to ensure corrective measures are taken.

Percentage Of Time5%

Job Duty CategoryProduct and Equipment Research & Cost Evaluation

Duty/Responsibility

+ Evaluate emerging infection control tools, PPE , and disinfectants.

+ Research equipment options based on safety, usability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

+ Track performance of current supplies and make informed recommendations when replacements are needed.

+ Collaborate with hospital leadership to align purchasing decisions with workflow needs and budget.

+ Pilot-test new products in the clinical setting and collect feedback from users.

Percentage Of Time5%

Job Duty CategoryPolicy Enforcement and Accountability

Duty/Responsibility

+ Address non-compliance to infection prevention standards through real-time coaching and documentation.

+ Collaborate with supervisors to reinforce expectations and determine next steps when repeated violations occur.

+ Promote shared responsibility for safety by encouraging peer accountability.

+ Follow escalation protocols when necessary, involving Biosecurity, hospital leadership, or HR as appropriate.

+ Ensure consistent enforcement regardless of role, title, or shift.

Percentage Of Time5%

Job Duty CategoryCross-Campus Collaboration and Environmental Health

Duty/Responsibility

+ Represent the VTH in cross-campus initiatives related to infection control, waste management, and biohazard protocols.

+ Ensure biosecurity protocols align with CSU -wide expectations and regulatory changes.

+ Coordinate hazardous waste pickup and safety training through CSU Environmental Health Services.

+ Attend relevant university meetings and communicate updates to hospital leadership.

+ Monitor environmental risks such as noise, odor, or waste overflow and escalate if needed

Percentage Of Time5%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by11:59pm (MT) on September 11, 2025.Applications will continue to be reviewed after that date as needed. Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with the required and preferred qualifications, a current resume, the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. If you have questions, please contact the search support listed below.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Essential Services Designation - Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety and welfare.

Search ContactShevaun Festervand, [email protected]

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

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Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume

Optional Documents