HR Generalist

Salida Hospital District; Salida (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center, based in Salida, CO, is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support the employee lifecycle, onboarding, and HR administration. The role emphasizes confidentiality, collaboration, and a service-focused workplace culture, with on-site responsibility in our community hospital setting.

The HR Generalist will partner with leaders to administer benefits, compliance, performance processes, and employee communications, contributing to a positive,

Qualifications

• Associate degree in HR, business, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years HR experience or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, aPHR, PHR or SPHR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR resource for employees and managers regarding HR policies, employment processes, benefits, leave, and HR systems.
• Coordinate onboarding, employment changes, documentation, system updates, orientation, and departmental communications.
• Maintain confidential employee records in HRIS and other HR systems, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
• Support benefits, leave, and accommodation processes, including enrollment and life event changes.
• Assist managers with employee relations, policy interpretation, performance documentation, and escalation to HR leadership.
• Support annual HR programs and workforce reporting, including reviews, training, policy acknowledgments, audits, and data analysis.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Employee Health, and department leaders to resolve employee issues and improve HR workflows.

Skills

HR Policies

Employee Relations

Onboarding

HRIS

Data Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in HR or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP preferred

Tools

HRIS

Job description

• Location 1000 Rush Drive,Salida, CO, 81201,United States
• Base Pay $30.00 - $43.75 / Hour
• Job Category Full Time
• Employee Type Full Time

Contact information

• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

This position is based on-site in Salida, CO, and requires regular in-person attendance.

Human Resources Generalist

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Human Resources Generalist to join our team. This position plays an important role in supporting employees and leaders throughout the organization while helping foster a positive, professional, and service-focused workplace culture.

The HR Generalist will provide comprehensive human resources support across the employee lifecycle, including, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, compliance, performance management, and HR administration.

Discover Your Career in the Heart of the Rockies!

At Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center (HRRMC), we’re more than just a healthcare facility—we’re a cornerstone of our community nestled in the breathtaking Rocky Mountains. With a commitment to excellence, compassion, and innovation, we offer state-of-the-art medical services, including emergency care, surgery, imaging, and much more.

Our mission is clear: to provide high-quality, patient-centered care while fostering the well-being of our community. We believe in making a positive impact not just through our healthcare services but also by creating a supportive and collaborative environment for our team members.

Requirements

EDUCATIONand/or EXPERIENCE

• Associates degree in human resources, business, or a related field, and a minimum of three years of experience in human resources or a closely related role
• Or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience is required
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

CERTIFICATES,LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, aPHR, PHR or SPHR preferred

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a primary HR resource for employees and managers regarding HR policies, employment processes, benefits, leave, and HR systems.

Coordinate employee onboarding, employment changes, and related documentation, system updates, orientation activities, and departmental communications.

Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in HRIS and other HR systems, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and timely resolution of discrepancies.

Support benefits, leave, and accommodation processes, including enrollment and life event changes, documentation, tracking, employee communication, and referral of complex matters.

Assist managers with employee relations, policy interpretation, performance documentation, and corrective action while escalating sensitive or complex concerns to HR leadership.

Support annual HR programs and workforce reporting, including performance reviews, required training, policy acknowledgments, audits, and employee data analysis.

Collaborate with Payroll, Employee Health, department leaders, and other stakeholders to resolve employee issues, improve HR workflows, and enhance accuracy, efficiency, and the employee experience.

Summary

The HR Generalist provides detail-oriented and professional support while handling confidential employee information with discretion and integrity. The role requires strong technology skills, including Microsoft Office, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and the flexibility to manage changing priorities. Strong problem-solving, resourcefulness , and communication skills are essential.

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to support your career growth and personal well-being. For details about our benefits, visit our Benefits Guide

Employment offers are contingent upon successfully fulfilling all pre-employment requirements, including a background check, drug screening, and verification of current immunizations.