Human Resources Generalist

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Fort Collins is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support the Warner College of Natural Resources. The ideal candidate will manage talent acquisition, onboarding, and employee performance processes, while demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to customer service. This challenging role is backed by a robust benefits package and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Robust benefits package

Collaborative atmosphere

Focus on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of HR principles and employment laws.
• Minimum three years of experience in HR, talent management, and/or recruiting.
• Professional HR certification such as PHR/SHRM-CP (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Talent acquisition, onboarding, and performance management.
• Records management and leave administration.
• Providing timely information for HR-related questions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in business management/administration or human resources

Master's degree in human resources or related field (preferred)

Job description

Colorado State University is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to provide essential HR services and support to the Warner College of Natural Resources. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, a commitment to internal customer service, and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Talent acquisition, onboarding, employee life cycle management, performance management, and training and development
• Records management, leave administration, systems data entry, processing, tracking and maintenance of personnel information, and electronic archiving
• Providing accurate and timely information and responses to HR related questions while ensuring confidentiality

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in business management/administration, human resources, or closely related field
• Minimum three years of experience in human resources, talent management, and/or recruiting as a primary responsibility
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated strong ability to work collaboratively within a team, while also demonstrating initiative and the capacity to work independently

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in human resources, business management/administration, organizational development, or closely related field
• Professional HR related certification such as PHR / SHRM -CP
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with proven experience managing multiple projects and balancing competing priorities efficiently

Colorado State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. The university offers a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance.