University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Psychiatry

Job Title: HR Manager

Position #: 00840963 – Requisition #: 37962

Job Summary:

This is an upper level, multifaceted management position, reporting to the Associate Director of Finance and Administration. The HR Manager is responsible for overseeing the staff and faculty activity and HR programing for the department which includes new employee onboarding for faculty and staff, HR system entry oversight, payroll system oversight, letter of offer development oversight, faculty affairs oversight, FMLA/FAMLI liaison between CU leave team and department, HR Liaison for processing of Visas and HR team supervision and strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

First point of contact with the School of Medicine HR Office and Department of Psychiatry leadership.
Budget development responsibilities for HR Core and the Department.
Works with HR Program Manager to manage staff and faculty hiring procedures including letters of offer, background checks, new employee orientation/training.
Manages HR Core funding.
Subject matter expert on HCM transactions for new hires, salary adjustments, job changes, FTE, funding distribution updates, promotions, additional pay, terminations, etc.
Works with HR Payroll Specialist, DOP finance and Division Administrators on faculty and staff merit increases and HCM process.
Provide HR leadership to Department of Psychiatry collaborators.
Organize and maintain HR strategic goals.
Other duties as assigned.

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.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

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: 10/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:

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, public policy, business, higher education administration, social sciences, behavioral sciences or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
4 to 6 years of professional level experience in general HR.

A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in CU Systems including HCM, OnBase, CU Data, FIMS, PRiSM.
Experience in FMLA and FAMLI.
Experience in Smartsheet’s.
Knowledge of CU HR and Finance policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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 and selection, employee relations, or 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.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with outside organizations and the public.
A demonstrated ability to organize and complete complex projects and to work under tight deadlines.
Attention to detail and organized.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, handle a fast-paced environment.

How to Apply:

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 (only use if a cover letter is necessary)
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: Samantha Martin, samantha.2.martin@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by October 15, 2025. 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 HIRING RANGE ($64,209– $81,674).

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 hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 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

Job Category

Human Resources

Primary Location

Hybrid

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Oct 9, 2025

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name

Samantha Martin

Posting Contact Email

samantha.2.martin@cuanschutz.edu

Position Number

00840963

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