HR Professional (Open Rank: Senior – Principal)

University of Colorado; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass

Generous leave

Job summary

The Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking an HR Professional at Open Rank: Senior or Principal. This full-time role leads recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, payroll, and employee relations for faculty, staff, researchers and students, partnering with campus HR units.

Hybrid schedule with 3 days on campus after a 90-day probation and a strong emphasis on policy interpretation, compliance and service excellence across the university

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, public administration or related field.
• 2 years HR experience for Senior rank; 3 years HR experience for Principal rank.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for diverse workforce including faculty, staff, researchers and students.
• Partner with hiring managers and search committees to facilitate compliant recruitment and hiring.
• Manage onboarding, offboarding and faculty affairs processes.
• Provide guidance on policies, leave, performance management and employee relations.
• Administer payroll and leave processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with campus HR partners to ensure policy compliance and high service levels.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

Offboarding

Employee relations

Training & development

Payroll

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft HCM

CU Careers

PRiSM

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes

Job Title: HR Professional (Open Rank: Senior – Principal)

Position #: 00800754– Requisition #:40722

Job Summary:

The full-time HR Senior or Principal Professional will be responsible for recruitment, on-boarding, off-boarding, employee relations, training and development, faculty affairs and payroll processes for the BDC. This individual will maintain a working knowledge of all relevant policies and procedures and serve as a resource for faculty and staff on matters related to recruitment, onboarding, orientation, off-boarding, payroll processes, leave, performance management, and professional development. This position will work closely with University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and School of Medicine Human Resources units, as well as with the University’s Employee Services Department.

Expected Rank Scope:

• Senior Professional Broad HR practitioner Independently manages the full employee lifecycle and provides HR guidance across all functional areas. Handles complex issues with minimal supervision.
• Principal Professional Subject Matter Expert Serves as the recognized expert in multiple HR disciplines, advises leadership on complex organizational issues, develops HR processes, and leads cross-functional initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for a diverse workforce, including faculty, staff, researchers, fellows, students, and other academic personnel.
• Partner with hiring managers and search committees to facilitate effective, compliant recruitment and hiring processes.
• Manage the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and faculty affairs processes.
• Serve as a trusted HR resource, providing guidance on policies, leave administration, accommodations, performance management, and employee relations.
• Administer payroll and leave processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reconciliation.
• Collaborate with campus and School of Medicine HR partners to ensure compliance with university policies and deliver exceptional HR service.
• Maintain confidential personnel records and contribute to continuous improvement of HR programs and processes.

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings after an initial 90-day probationary period in which you must work full-time, in person.

Why Join Us:

The Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes (BDC) is the largest diabetes institute in the world specializing in type 1 diabetes research and care for children and adults. Over 235 clinicians, clinical researchers, basic biomedical scientists and supporting staff work at the BDC to find the most effective treatment, prevention, and cure for type 1 diabetes. The Center provides state-of-the-art diabetes care to over 7,500 children and adults with diabetes, as well as inpatient care at the Children’s Hospital Colorado.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Senior Rank

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, public administration, higher education administration, social sciences, behavioral sciences or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Two years (2) of experience working in human resources.

Principal Rank

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, public administration, higher education administration, social sciences, behavioral sciences or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Three years (3) of experience working in human resources.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in human resources, public administration, business, higher education administration, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience working with Peoplesoft Human Capital Management, CU Careers, PRiSM
• Experience working in human resources in a higher education or healthcare setting.
• Experience working with accounting and financial data effectively analyzing as well as identifying variances.

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong independent judgement and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate a broad range of laws, rules, and regulations in order to exercise good judgment in applying them to human resource challenges.
• Knowledge of the professional standards, concepts, and practices of recruitment, organizational development and human resource policy.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, including public speaking.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Thorough knowledge of current management and leadership methods and best practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to plan, organize, implement and coordinate complex human resource activities.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and documents and maintain strict confidentiality in all HR matters.

Notes on Applying:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s): A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position; Curriculum vitae / Resume; Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: [e-mail]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by August 20, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as

• Senior Rank: $57,073 - $72,597
• Principal Rank: $65,637 - $83,487

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail] .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

University Staff

Department
U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule
Full-time

Posting Date
Aug 4, 2026

Unposting Date
Ongoing