HR Generalist. MSC

Archdiocese-of-Denve; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental & vision

Paid parental leave

PTO 22 days + 18 holidays

403b retirement plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Archdiocese of Denver is seeking an HR Generalist to join the Mission Support Centers team. The role supports employees and leaders across the lifecycle, fostering a positive experience rooted in service, respect, and the dignity of every person.

You will handle recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, HRIS, records, and compliance while upholding Catholic values and confidentiality. A Bachelor’s in HR/Business and 3–5 years HR generalist experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of HR generalist experience.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred or plan to certify.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency with HRIS and Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment postings, screening, interviews, offers, onboarding, I-9, and employee transitions.
• Serve as HR resource for employees and supervisors; assist with performance issues and employee relations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Confidentiality

HRIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business

SHRM-CP or PHR preferred

Tools

Paylocity

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to bring your Human Resources experience and Catholic faith together to make a true difference in the world? The Archdiocese of Denver is seeking a collaborative, compassionate, and detail-oriented HR Generalist to join our Mission Support Centers team. This position supports employees and leaders throughout the employee lifecycle and plays an important role in creating a positive employee experience rooted in service, respect, and the dignity of the human person.

Why Join Us?

• Live Your Faith: Be part of a workplace where Catholic identity is integrated into everyday work.
• Mission-Driven Impact: Help parishes thrive as places of mission, service, and community.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Working on cross-functional service teams to work directly with parish teams as an extension of their local team

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Onboarding: Coordinate job postings, candidate screening, interviews, offers, pre-employment requirements, onboarding, I-9 completion, and employee transitions.
• Employee Relations: Serve as an approachable HR resource for employees and supervisors while assisting with workplace concerns, performance management, corrective actions, and employee relations matters.
• Benefits & Leave: Support benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, open enrollment, employee leave programs, workers’ compensation, and employee benefit questions.
• HRIS & Employee Records: Maintain accurate employee information, process employment and organizational changes, assist with timekeeping and PTO questions, and conduct routine HRIS audits.
• Compliance & Administration: Maintain confidential employee records and support compliance with applicable employment laws, HR policies, procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Employee & Mission Support: Build positive relationships across the organization and provide timely, compassionate, and professional HR support in service to employees and the broader mission of the Church.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Be a fully initiated Catholic in the communion of the Catholic Church and intentionally living out the five precepts of the Church (CCC 2041-2043)
• Align with the values and mission of the Catholic Church and possess a willingness to practice human resources from this faithful perspective.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field—or equivalent combination of experience and education
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in an HR generalist role.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred or a plan in place to become certified.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems (Paylocity preferred).

Great Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage options
• Virtual Care Services with MyCatholicDoctor.com
• Natural Family Planning benefit: Up to $500/year for education, supplies, and materials
• Maternity Management Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off: 22 days starting (accrued) + 18 paid holidays (including the full week between Christmas and New Year’s)
• 403b Retirement Plan: 6% employer contribution plus optional employee deferrals
• Employer-paid Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Annual paid Day of Rest for spiritual care and retreat time
• Free and discounted courses at the Catholic Biblical School within the St. John Vianney Lay Division

Application Deadline: October 16, 2026