Human Resources Specialist (Senior – Principal Level)

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine | Department of Family Medicine

Job Title: Human Resources Specialist (Senior – Principal Level)

Position: #00832662 – Requisition: #36441

Job Summary:

The Human Resources Specialist will work within the HR team completing tasks related to the day-to-day operations of the human resource functions within the Department of Family Medicine (DFM). Specifically, functions and transactional work supporting faculty, staff and student positions. This position, independently and with staff and faculty leadership, identifies opportunities for professional development programs to meet organizational needs, training/cross-training, mentorship programs, and other opportunities for improvement and working with appropriate stakeholders to implement. Effective communication is paramount in fostering a cohesive work environment and ensuring the smooth implementation of HR policies and procedures. Assists with, and performs in whole as necessary, payroll and benefits processes, HCM administration, department-wide recruitment and onboarding processes, and faculty affairs efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system.
• Assist employees with benefits inquiries and liaise with University HR to ensure accurate enrollment and issue resolution.
• Monitor and improve employee retention strategies, including career development pathways and engagement programs.
• Serve as a first point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, and employee relations concerns.
• Identify and coordinate training opportunities related to leadership, team development, and faculty/staff career growth.
• Assist in department-wide change management initiatives, including process improvements and organizational restructuring.
• Support the faculty appointment, promotion, and tenure process.

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on the Anschutz campus in Aurora Colorado.

Why Join Us:

We are one of the largest and most innovative departments of Family Medicine in the United States. Our Mission is to help people be healthier through the Quadruple Aim of providing outstanding care to patients, creating new knowledge, training the primary care workforce, and connecting with our communities to achieve health equity. Find out more about our team by visiting https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/family-medicine.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life,