Human Resources Generalist

Fully in-person/on-site

Fort Collins, CO

Full time

R2026107825

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Human Resources Generalist supports an assigned College or Division and serves the needs of the leadership and personnel through maintaining expertise on people-related services, state/federal/CSU policies, supporting employee/division success. This position partners the with an HR Leader to ensure compliance with and adherence to broader University initiatives and policies. This position uses their expertise on policies, programs, and practices to keep management informed of new developments as well as contribute to the development and administration of HR related programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with department goals.

Candidates may be considered for either the Intermediate Human Resources Generalist or Human Resources Generalist level based on their education, experience, and demonstrated ability to perform work of varying complexity, independence, and responsibility.

At Colorado State University, the Division of Human Resources supports employees and leaders across the university throughout the employee experience. Our work helps CSU attract, develop, engage, and retain the people who advance the university’s mission of teaching, research, service, and extension. We are continuing to strengthen HR across CSU by building a more connected HR experience, creating greater clarity and consistency, growing our HR community, and evolving how we work to meet the university’s future needs. Learn more about the Division of Human Resources, our work, and the values that guide how we serve CSU at: .  

Roles hired through this pool may primarily serve a unit or college and will have the opportunity to support additional campus human resources teams. Positions will be onsite with possibility for hybrid work. 

Salary Range:

Intermediate Human Resources Generalist: $50,000 - $70,000

Human Resources Generalist: $64,000 - $85,000

Job Duties:

• Provide HR guidance and ensure compliance with University policies and procedures.

• Administer and support employee lifecycle processes and HR transactions, including the maintenance of accurate employee records.

• Provide accurate and timely HR support on employee relations, performance, leave, benefits, and other employment policies.

• Other related duties as required.

Conditions of Employment:

• Pre-employment Background Check (required for all new hires).

Minimum Qualifications:

Intermediate Human Resources Generalist

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of HR or HR-related administrative experience.

• One (1) or more years of Human Resources experience.

• Working knowledge of Human Resources principles, practices, and employment-related laws and regulations.

• Experience providing customer service, consultation, or support to employees and managers.

Human Resources Generalist:

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of HR or HR-related administrative experience.

• Three (3) or more years of Human Resources experience.

• Working knowledge of Human Resources principles, practices, and employment-related laws and regulations.

• Experience providing customer service, consultation, or support to employees and managers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships and communicate complex or sensitive information to employees, managers, and organizational leaders.

• HR professional certification, such as SHRM-CP or PHR, and/or a master’s degree in HR or a related field.

• Experience supporting multiple areas of the employee lifecycle, including employee relations, performance management, leave administration, recruitment and onboarding, benefits, and/or other HR programs.

• Experience interpreting and applying HR policies, procedures, employment practices, and applicable employment laws to support employees and managers.

• Experience using a Human Capital Management system (HCM), such as Workday, to support accurate HR records, transactions, and data.

• Demonstrated ability to assess complex or sensitive situations, exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and recognize when consultation or escalation is appropriate.

• Experience working in higher education, the public sector, a large or decentralized organization, and/or a unionized environment.

• Supervisory, team lead, or other demonstrated leadership experience.

Application Instructions:

To apply, please upload a resume. Applications are being reviewed and qualified applicants will be contacted as hiring needs arise. If you’re interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply promptly.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

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