HR Compliance & Employee Relations Specialist

Pueblo-County,-Co; Pueblo (CO); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote & Hybrid opportunities

County retirement program

Fitness center

Job summary

Pueblo County is seeking a qualified HR Compliance & Employee Relations Specialist to oversee employee relations administration, investigations, policy interpretation, compliance, and training. This role reports to the Manager of Employee Relations & Compliance and supports supervisors, managers, elected officials, and staff on a wide range of employee relations matters.

The position emphasizes consistent policy application, equitable compensation practices, and adherence to federal, state, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years or more of progressively responsible Human Resources experience in employee relations, investigations, compliance administration, workplace conflict resolution, policy administration, or related HR disciplines.
• Minimum of one (1) year or more of experience supporting Workers' Compensation and Unemployment claims and investigations throughout the full case lifecycle.
• Experience supporting compensation administration through job evaluations, position classification reviews, salary surveys, internal equity analyses, and compensation planning.

Responsibilities

• Conducts workplace investigations into employee complaints, policy violations, workplace conflicts, harassment allegations, misconduct concerns, and other employment-related matters.
• Assists in monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws including FMLA, ADA, PWFA, FLSA, EEO, USERRA, COBRA, and EPW Act; supports audits.
• Supports HR compliance activities for Workers' Compensation, Unemployment, accommodations, and other regulatory requirements.
• Provides guidance to supervisors on employee relations concerns, performance management, disciplinary actions, and policy application.
• Interprets and maintains HR policies and procedures to ensure consistent application.
• Participates in compensation administration activities including market pricing, salary surveys, and internal equity reviews.
• Develops and delivers training covering workplace conduct, harassment prevention, employee relations, and supervisor responsibilities.

Skills

Employee relations

Workplace investigations

Policy interpretation

Disciplinary consultation

Compliance administration

Leave administration support

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources / related field

Master's Degree in HR / related field (preferred)

Job description

Serves as the County's Human Resources professional, responsible for employee relations administration, workplace investigations, policy interpretation, conflict resolution, compensation and classification support, compliance activities, disciplinary consultation, leave administration support, training delivery, and employment law compliance. Reports directly to the Manager of Employee Relations & Compliance and serves as a subject‑matter resource for supervisors, managers, elected officials, and employees on employee relations matters, workplace concerns, policy interpretation, performance management issues, compensation practices, classification matters, workplace investigations, and Human Resources compliance requirements.

The HR Compliance & Employee Relations Specialist plays a key role in promoting consistent application of County policies, supporting equitable compensation practices, reducing organizational risk, strengthening workplace relationships, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

NOTE: While the full salary range is posted, the budgeted starting salary is $5,930.00 - $6,750.00 / month DOE

• Conducts workplace investigations into employee complaints, policy violations, workplace conflicts, harassment allegations, misconduct concerns, and other employment‑related matters. Gathers evidence, interviews witnesses, prepares investigation summaries, and issues findings and recommendations.
• Assists in monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA), and the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (EPEWA). Supports compliance audits and corrective action efforts.
• Supports HR compliance activities for Workers' Compensation, Unemployment, workplace accommodations, and other employment‑related regulatory requirements. Assists with compliance documentation, case reviews, interactive process coordination, and adherence to applicable federal, state, and organizational requirements.
• Provides guidance and consultation to supervisors and managers regarding employee relations concerns, performance management issues, disciplinary actions, workplace behavior concerns, and policy application. Assists supervisors with documentation review and corrective action recommendations.
• Assists with the interpretation, application, communication, and maintenance of Human Resources policies and procedures. Provides guidance on policy compliance and consistent application.
• Assists with compensation administration activities, including market pricing, salary surveys, internal equity reviews, compensation studies, position evaluations, classification reviews, and compensation‑related reporting. Supports compensation planning and pay administration processes. Assists with Equal Pay for Equal Work Act compliance reviews and compensation audits. Provides guidance on compensation policies, pay practices, and classification procedures.
• Participates in cross‑training across Human Resources functions and provides support to other HR operational areas as needed to ensure service continuity, workforce flexibility, employee development, and organizational effectiveness.
• Develops and delivers training programs covering workplace conduct, harassment prevention, employee relations, performance management, policy compliance, compensation practices, and supervisory responsibilities.
• Identifies opportunities to improve compliance processes, investigation procedures, compensation administration, documentation standards, and employee relations activities.
• Develops reports and tracks employee relations metrics, investigation trends, compensation metrics, leave activity, compliance issues, and organizational risk indicators.
• Supports the One HR Team philosophy by sharing knowledge, participating in cross‑functional initiatives, and contributing to department‑wide projects and operational support.
• Attends meetings, classes, and training sessions as required or requested by the supervisor.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned, including filling in for other staff as necessary and/or required.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership, Employment Law, Law, Pre‑Law, or a closely related field required
• Master's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership, Employment Law, or a related field preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of four (4) years or more of progressively responsible Human Resources experience in employee relations, investigations, compliance administration, workplace conflict resolution, policy administration, or related Human Resources disciplines required
• Minimum of one (1) year or more of experience supporting Workers' Compensation and Unemployment claims and investigations throughout the full case lifecycle, from initial claim intake and fact‑finding through documentation, agency response, appeal preparation, and participation in administrative hearings required
• Experience supporting compensation administration through job evaluations, position classification reviews, salary surveys, internal equity analyses, and compensation planning, while ensuring compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act preferred
• Public sector or local government experience preferred

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) preferred
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) preferred
• SHRM-Certified Professional (CP) preferred
• SHRM-Senior Certified Professional (SCP) preferred
• Workplace Investigator Certification preferred
• Certified Employee Relations Professional (CERP) preferred
• Other related professional certifications preferred

*** Must successfully pass any and all applicable background checks ***

NOTE: The substitution of any combination of relevant and related education, training, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability may be considered.

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full‑time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12‑weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full‑time employees)