HR & Operations Specialist

About WBA

Since 1997, WBA has helped develop premier communities through cutting-edge legal advice and dedicated support for local communities. Our senior principals bring decades of experience in real estate development and local government law, including special taxing districts, intergovernmental authorities, municipalities, and commercial and residential owner associations.

We are a recognized leader in local government representation and pride ourselves on creativity, professionalism, and efficient, cost-effective service. We offer a robust benefits package, hybrid work schedule, and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and engaging environment.

Overview

WBA is seeking an organized, service-minded HR & Operations Specialist to serve as the operational backbone of our growing Colorado-based firm. In this role, you will work closely with our Chief Operating Officer to own the day-to-day administration of our HR programs, office operations, IT support coordination, and vendor relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who takes genuine ownership of their work, thrives with a mix of autonomy and teamwork, and enjoys variety in their day. You will touch nearly every part of our firm's operations, from onboarding new team members and administering benefits, to coordinating with our IT vendor and keeping our office running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• HR Administration: Serve as the day-to-day administrator of our HR practices, including onboarding and offboarding, personnel recordkeeping, benefits administration, performance review coordination, employee handbook and policies, and routine leave and accommodation requests, and regulatory compliance. Assist the COO on HR projects, such as benefits renewals and culture initiatives.
• Recruiting Support: Assist with posting open roles, coordinating candidate scheduling, and preparing organized candidate summaries for hiring managers.
• IT Support Coordination: Serve as our team's liaison to our managed IT service provider, triaging support tickets, coordinating equipment purchasing, and managing software access for all employees. Support the COO with larger scale IT implementations and projects.
• Vendor and Office Management: Oversee the daily functioning of our office, manage supplier and vendor relationships, and help plan firm events in coordination with our Social Committee.

Skills and Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an HR generalist, law firm administrator, or similar role in a professional services environment.
• Demonstrated experience with onboarding and offboarding, personnel recordkeeping, and benefits administration.
• A high degree of discretion and sound, independent judgment in a confidential environment with competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams).
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels.

Preferred

• Experience implementing or administering employee handbooks or HR policy frameworks.
• Experience with the ADA interactive process and accommodation determinations.
• Experience coordinating with IT vendors or managed service providers.
• Experience with HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems, or legal practice management software.
• Law firm or other legal services environment experience.

Work Schedule & Location

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, standard business hours.
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with regular in-office presence in Centennial, Colorado for onboarding, IT coordination, and facilities responsibilities.
• Office Location: 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 2000, Centennial, CO 80122.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $70,000 to $90,000, depending on skills, qualifications, and experience.
• Bonus: Discretionary bonus opportunities.
• Health Insurance: Firm pays 100% of the employee premium (base plan)
• Dental Insurance: Firm pays 100% of the employee premium (base plan)
• Vision Insurance: Firm pays 100% of the employee premium (base plan)
• Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability: Firm Paid
• Life Insurance: Firm Paid
• 401(k): Safe harbor plan with 3% firm contribution plus discretionary profit-sharing up to 2%.
• Sabbatical program after 5 years.
• Generous PTO
• Summer Hours program
• 11 firm holidays + 1 week Summer Break + 1 week Winter Break

How to Apply

Applications should be emailed to ***email_hidden*** and should include a cover letter and resume. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WBA, PC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and 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.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.