Human Resources Generalist

Manage day-to-day HR operations and employee lifecycle processes for an onsite role in Colorado. Administer HR programs covering compensation, benefits, leave, performance and talent management, productivity, recognition, morale, occupational health and safety, and training and development Respond to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors; route complex or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff; deliver the department’s standard of customer service Provide coverage for HR Generalists during absences and apply team cross-training skills Support process improvements by developing, proposing, and implementing procedural changes as legal requirements and district policies evolve Process additional HR transactions accurately including additional compensation, certified horizontal advancements, unemployment, employment verification, 110 retirement forms, employee evaluations, negotiation files, and investigation documentation Communicate HR guidance for additional compensation and district guidebook and negotiated agreement policies to applicants, staff, managers/supervisors, and administrators; support creation and implementation of more efficient practices Support employee discipline and case work by assisting with disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations as directed Assist union negotiations as directed Manage employment status workflows by processing postings, offers, portability submissions, new hire records, wage and salary placement, transfers, assignment changes, and separations; monitor compensation and adjust when needed Ensure licensure/endorsement needs are met for new hires, transfers, and assignment changes, including substitute short-term assignments Administer substitute processes by reviewing and approving or denying substitute applications, completing reference assessment and moving eligible candidates forward, entering short-term substitute assignments/revisions in the substitute system, and processing monthly substitute pay and teacher leave adjustment requests Maintain reporting accuracy by reviewing and adjusting data for reports including Colorado Department of Education (CDE) and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Support new hire and benefits workflows including benefit enrollment evaluation and changes, participation in benefit education sessions, and guidance on available benefit offerings Oversee leave administration by administering Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) applications, supporting leave documentation, leave balances, leave of absence pay, long-term disability, life insurance, and supplemental benefit claims related to leave of absence Coordinate related leave support by distributing sick leave bank hours for employees on extended FMLA leave and conducting LOA information sessions Ensure accurate LOA pay and deductions including calculations for employees on LOA and benefit deduction accuracy Support talent management communications by providing routine responses, coordinating follow-up, responding to inquiries from applicants, employees, school and department staff, university and community partners, and referring complex or sensitive matters to Talent Management staff Assist talent management initiatives by coordinating applicant, participant, and volunteer information; maintaining records and tracking tools; preparing materials; supporting recruitment events and educator pathway activities; supporting Give Back Cherry Creek by contacting potential volunteers, connecting volunteers with schools/departments, and communicating available training opportunities Compile and report talent management data related to recruitment, hiring, educator pathways, onboarding, retention, and other employee lifecycle initiatives; review for accuracy and prepare routine reports for planning and decision-making Process student teacher and unpaid intern records including required Oracle transactions, maintaining assignment information and records, coordinating required documentation, and processing separations at the end of each student teaching or unpaid internship assignment Perform other duties as assigned or requested Requirements Criminal background check and fingerprinting required Associate’s degree in business or equivalent combination of relevant experience, certifications, and trainings Two (2) years of administrative assistant/clerical experience, human resources, accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking/loan servicing, bookkeeping, or payroll experience Willingness to contribute to cultural diversity for educational enrichment Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, and email Basic knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and statutes Basic knowledge of compensation administration and position classification Basic knowledge of human resources operations, processes, and software Basic knowledge of employee relations and talent management Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Advanced problem-solving skills Advanced organizational skills and attention to detail Advanced verbal and written communication skills Advanced recordkeeping skills Advanced interpersonal relations and teamwork skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively Ability to use tact and sensitivity with others at various organizational levels Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines Ability to produce thorough, accurate work Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job Ability to recognize workplace safety needs, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, use appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, District policies, and building/department procedures, protocols, and guidelines Technologies Microsoft Office Oracle Reporting Relationships No direct supervisory responsibilities Supervising position: Director or designee Classification and Pay FLSA exemption status: Non-Exempt Classification group: Staff Support Pay plan: Educational Support Personnel Pay range: Range 12 Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Work location is subject to change to meet organizational requirements Light work strength level: lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds Primarily works indoors; typically quiet noise level Frequent standing and walking Frequent bending and reaching Occasional lifting, pulling, and pushing Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard; repetitive motions Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; visual concentration and depth perception; ability to adjust focus Eye/hand coordination; speaking and hearing Concentrated reading, writing, and mathematics May occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions Normal office environment; normal school district environment Desired Qualifications Experience working in the public sector, specifically public education Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement Bachelor’s degree in human resource management Three (3) years of experience in human resources, benefits, banking, accounting, payroll, an office manager role reporting to a school principal, or human resources administrative assistant experience SHRM-CP and/or SHRM-SCP and/or PHR/SPHR certification Location: Colorado (onsite) Last updated: 09.2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr