Senior Advisor, HR Transformation| Division of Operations

University of Colorado; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 188,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Colorado Boulder seeks an experienced HR leader to advance its HR Blueprint and implement the HR Business Partner model. You will deliver strategic advisory, project management, and hands-on execution across campus partners, driving organizational change and service improvements.

The role requires 6+ years of HR leadership, a master’s degree, and proven ability to translate strategy into sustainable, measurable results while partnering with executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work with senior executives on sensitive matters.
• Experience leading HR transformation and HRBP models.

Responsibilities

• Lead CU Boulder's HR Blueprint implementation and HRBP phase 1 completion.
• Coordinate with HR leadership and campus partners to plan and implement changes.
• Provide hands-on project management and change management support.
• Prepare executive analyses, progress reports, and implementation plans.
• Assess HR structures and services to strengthen effectiveness.

Skills

HR leadership

Change management

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Job Summary

The University of Colorado Boulder encourages applications for an experienced human resources leader to support the continued implementation and advancement of its HR Blueprint initiative, with a focus on the HR Business Partner (HRBP) model! This work will strengthen HR service delivery, organizational effectiveness, and operational excellence across the university.

This position will provide senior-level strategic advisory, project management, and hands‑on implementation support for HR Blueprint, while also contributing to broader university-wide HR initiatives. Working closely with executive leadership, central Human Resources, and academic and administrative partners, the successful candidate will bring extensive experience in HRBP implementation, organizational change management, complex project management, HR operational assessment, and organizational design, with a demonstrated ability to translate strategic priorities into effective, sustainable improvements.

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.

Who We Are

The Senior Vice Chancellor for Operations (SVCO) oversees CU Boulder's public safety, health and wellness, information technology, human resources, and compliance, ethics and policy efforts.

CU Boulder will be nationally recognized for its inclusive and innovative learning and working environment.

SVCO provides creative and sustainable services that enable the CU Boulder community of faculty, staff and students to meet their educational and professional objectives.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Lead and support the implementation of CU Boulder's HR Blueprint initiative, with an immediate focus on completing Phase 1 and planning and implementing Phase 2 of the HR Business Partner (HRBP) model.

• Review and assess existing HR Blueprint recommendations, work plans, strategies, and consultant deliverables, translating ndings into actionable implementation plans with clear achievements, responsibilities, timelines, and measures of success.
• Partner closely with HR leadership and academic and administrative units to nalize HRBP team structures, strengthen service delivery, navigate organizational change, and address implementation challenges.
• Provide hands‑on project management, partner engagement, and change management support to advance HRBP implementation and ensure sustainable transitions to operational leadership.
• Support broader university‑wide HR transformation and improvement initiatives, including initiative planning, organizational assessment, and implementation of operational improvements.
• Prepare executive‑level analyses, recommendations, progress reports, and implementation plans to inform decisions and track outcomes.
• Assess HR organizational structures, operations, and service delivery models, developing recommendations to strengthen organizational effectiveness, operational excellence, and accountability.

Position Expectations

The successful candidate will be a strategic problem solver and hands‑on leader who brings sound judgment, independence, discretion, and a collaborative approach to complex organizational challenges. This role requires someone willing to engage deeply in the details of HR Blueprint operations, assess existing recommendations and plans, resolve implementation challenges, and guide campus partners through significant organizational change. The individual must be equally comfortable advising executive leadership and working directly with HR teams and campus partners to drive progress, build trust, and deliver measurable results. Success will require both strategic perspective and a willingness to roll up their sleeves to advance the university's transformation toward a more integrated, effective, and service‑oriented HR organization.

What You Should Know

• This is a limited‑term appointment, anticipated to last 12‑15 months, with the option to extend.
• This position requires full‑time, on‑campus presence and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work arrangements.

What We Can Offer

• The annual salary range for this position is $188,000 - $235,000.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well‑being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world‑class outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be dynamic. Be visionary. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• Master's degree or equivalent experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the degree on a year‑for‑year basis.
• 6+ years of progressively responsible job‑related management experience that includes:
  • Significant progressively responsible experience in human resources leadership and management.
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex organizational initiatives and change efforts.
  • Demonstrated project management and leadership of large‑scale, transformational enterprise‑wide change.

What You Will Need

• Strong analytical, communication, and customer engagement skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior executives and navigate sensitive organizational matters.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Ten or more years of progressively responsible HR leadership experience, preferably in complex, decentralized organizations.
• Demonstrated experience leading HR transformation initiatives, particularly the design and implementation of HRBP models and shared services.
• Ability to lead complex projects, manage organizational change, and translate strategic recommendations into actionable implementation plans.
• Experience conducting organizational assessments, evaluating HR structures and operations, and implementing improvements that strengthen service delivery and operational excellence.
• Solid understanding of HR strategy, workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and the challenges of leading people and organizations through signicant change.