HR Partner II

Position Overview

The Office of Human Resources and Inclusive Community at the University of Denver, led by the Vice Chancellor of Human Resources and Inclusive Community, is responsible for developing and delivering a broad range of services in support of the University's mission, vision, and strategies. The office is evolving from a traditional operational and service orientation into a highly effective strategic unit advancing the broader strategic aims of the University. In this role, you will provide human resources consultation and support to designated larger complex academic units and/or non-academic divisions—including staffing, employee development, performance management, employee relations, and compensation—and collaborate with divisional leadership and HRIC to develop and implement HR practices and programs in support of the division’s business needs and the University's Strategic Plan, Impact 2025.

Salary: $80,000-$85,000
Location: University of Denver
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support and serve as a liaison between larger complex academic units and/or non-academic divisions and HRIC by offering guidance and interpretation on HR-related matters including workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, and other HR functions.
• Coordinate HR functions by balancing the division’s needs with the strategic goals of the institution and HRIC.
• Act as a strategic partner for the division.
• In conjunction with HRIC, provide day-to-day performance management guidance and counsel to senior leadership and supervisors to ensure consistent application of performance management guidelines.
• Provide employee relations counseling and guidance to divisional managers and employees in partnership with the central HR office.
• Assist in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures, including the employee handbook, to ensure compliance with applicable labor and employment laws.
• Collaborate with leadership, managers, supervisors, and employees to improve working relationships, build morale, and enhance productivity and retention.
• Identify training needs with divisional leadership and deliver learning programs ranging from entry-level employees to executive coaching.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree.
• Experience Required: Four to seven years of experience working in a human resource generalist or business partner capacity.
• Experience analyzing Human Resources trends and metrics to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Highly proficient in the use of HRIS, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous higher education work experience or exposure to a complex matrixed organization.
• A master's degree in human resources or a related field.
• Certification in Human Resource Management from the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) or Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit, and ECO pass.