Human Resources Specialist

Atlas Schools; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks paid school breaks

Annual flex time 64 hours

Annual sick time 48 hours

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Health savings or flex spending

Colorado PERA retirement

Employer-paid disability insurance

Life insurance $25,000

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Atlas Schools in Colorado Springs is seeking a Talent Acquisition & Onboarding specialist to lead full-cycle recruitment, coordinate candidate evaluation, and conduct orientations, partnering with hiring managers to welcome new staff.

The role also handles benefits administration, COBRA and compliance filing, payroll backup, HRIS management, and employee experience initiatives, with a comprehensive benefits package and generous time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, HR, or a relevant field.
• Pass background screening pursuant to CRS § 22-30.5-110.7.
• 2–3 years of progressive experience in human resources.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintains confidentiality and professionalism.
• Demonstrates empathy with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle talent acquisition: postings, sourcing, screening, interviews, reference checks, and onboarding with hiring managers.
• Host new employee orientations and ensure a welcoming onboarding experience.
• Administer employee benefits: open enrollment, COBRA notices, and required forms.
• Handle payroll backup, leaves of absence, workers’ comp, HRIS management, and compliance reporting.
• Support employment administration and employee experience; perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Professionalism and confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, HR, or related field

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80916, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $56,385.00 - $66,225.00 Salary/year,

Who We Are

• A tuition-free, open enrollment, K-12 charter school in the southeast community of Colorado Springs
• Preparing and empowering all of our students for success on their post-graduate paths through educational excellence, character development, and community engagement
• Dedicated to student proficiency through academic rigor and robust family support through the Atlas family scholarship
• Dedicated to our staff through offering a competitive total rewards package and providing meaningful professional development

Who We Serve

• 92% Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
• 86% Hispanic, 6% African American, 7% White, and 1% Asian
• 56% English Language Learners

What You’ll Do

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Manage full-cycle talent acquisition: position postings, candidate sourcing and screening, interview coordination and participation, candidate evaluation and selection, reference checks, background screening coordination, and pre-employment activities in partnership with hiring managers.
• Host new employee orientations and ensure a welcoming and informative onboarding experience for all new employees.

Benefits Administration

• Administer employee benefits by supporting open enrollment, educating and enrolling new hires, processing qualifying life events, and ensuring timely distribution of required COBRA notices.
• Accurately complete and submit required annual forms and reports related to employee benefits, including annual 1095 forms, semi-annual non-discrimination testing, annual enrollment censuses, and other compliance documentation as requested and required.

Serve as Backup / Support for:

• Payroll administration
• Leaves of Absence & Workers’ Compensation
• HRIS Management & Employee Records
• Compliance & Regulatory Reporting
• Employment Administration & Employee Experience
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Compensation & Schedule

• Salaried/Exempt
• Annual Range $56,385 - $66,225*
• Full Time; Monday – Friday; Occasional evenings and weekends as needed

Benefits

• Approximately 6* weeks of paid school breaks
• 64* hours of annual flex time and 48* hours of annual sick time
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
• Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program (required in lieu of social security as a public employee)
• 100% Employer paid short and long-term disability benefit
• 100% Employer-paid life insurance benefit of $25,000 (option to purchase more)
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of employee discounts

Annual Calendar and Start Date

• 223* work days per academic year
• Start Date: ASAP

*pro-rated based upon actual start date

Qualifications: Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources, or a relevant field
• Successfully pass all required background screening pursuant to CRS § 22-30.5-110.7
• 2–3 years of progressive experience working in the human resources field
• Complete familiarity and experience with all standard human resources processes
• Proficiency within Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Outstanding attention to detail and exceptional time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Always demonstrates professionalism, maintains confidentiality as appropriate, and exercises sound judgment when needed
• Displays patience and empathy while effectively working with diverse populations
• Accurately follows directives and implements feedback with a strong growth mindset

Desired Qualifications

• Bilingual; Spanish & English
• Previous human resources experience within a school setting
• A strong commitment to excellence upholding high standards
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to work in a primarily non-remote setting
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times
• Must be able to abide by all policies and procedures of Atlas Schools

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Position Closes: When Filled