University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine | Department of Medicine

Job Title: HR Professional (Senior – Principal Level)

Position: #00837203 – Requisition: #37309

Job Summary:

The Department of Medicine (DOM) is seeking an experienced HR Professional to work under the direction of DOM’s HR Program Director and in conjunction with the DOM HR team, completing tasks related to the day-to-day operations of the human resource function within the department, which includes its divisions, supporting faculty, research, staff, and student positions. This position will also make sure that tasks and duties are adequately aligned with state, university, and departmental guidelines. This is a key role with an opportunity to contribute as we establish new and improve current processes. 

The position will operate with minimal supervision and will serve as the liaison, maintaining effective working relationships with the School of Medicine (SOM) and other key departments to ensure HR matters for the Department of Medicine are managed promptly and appropriately.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the recruitment and staffing processes, including job postings, application tracking, dispositioning of candidates, and supporting hiring managers and search committees.
• Prepare and route job descriptions, offer letters, background checks, and pre-employment paperwork.
• Coordinate initial and ongoing credentialing for faculty, ensuring licenses, certifications, and training stay current for UCH and CU Medicine, and maintain databases for both affiliates.
• Ensure a successful onboarding experience by preparing materials, guiding new employees through account setup, system access, payroll, benefits, and facilitating onboarding for volunteers, trainees, and minors.
• Serve as the division’s payroll liaison, process payroll transactions, track time and leave, update funding distributions, and review reports to ensure accurate pay.
• Manage documentation for various leave types including FML, FAMLI, and STD.
• Coordinate with the Office of International Affairs to assist with visa processes and Employment Authorization Documents for new and existing international faculty and staff.
• Manage the separation process for resignations, retirements, and terminations, ensuring compliance with HR and department requirements during offboarding.
• Collaborate with Central HR, SOM, Risk Management, and departmental leadership to maintain alignment with University processes while ensuring adherence to HR policies, equitable hiring practices, and accurate documentation throughout the employee lifecycle.

Work Location:

Onsite – This role is expected to work full-time onsite at the Anschutz Medical Campus.  May be assigned one remote day per week after training is complete.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Medicine at CU Anschutz is a nationally recognized leader in clinical care, research, and education, attracting top talent dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare. As the most extensive clinical department in the School of Medicine, we provide an environment that values excellence and fosters innovation, supported by strong leadership and a dedication to meeting the changing needs of our patients and community. You will join an out