HR Program Manager

Job Summary:

The Human Resources Program Manager is responsible for day-to-day operation of human resources for the Adult and Child Center for Outcomes Research and Delivery Science (ACCORDS), within the School of Medicine. This role oversees the human resources functions including but not limited to hiring, termination, funding distribution changes and leave reporting and processes for ACCORDS ensuring that the programs are in compliance with the rules and regulations of the School of Medicine (SOM), ACCORDS and University of Colorado. This position manages human resources initiatives in support of ACCORDS missions and goals and may periodically supervise student workers and/or interns. Additionally, this role provides excellent internal/external customer service at all levels and establishes and maintains strong working relationships between departments, SOM HR, and the Anschutz/Denver campus. ACCORDS is a dynamic and cutting edge health services research enterprise. The human resource manager must be flexible to adapt to the changing HR needs while providing excellent customer service to our staff, faculty, students and scholars.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment - Create and coordinate ACCORDS job postings in CU Careers; partner with University HR as necessary.

• Records Maintenance/Documentation - Create and maintain ACCORDS faculty and staff personnel files per University record retention matrix.

• Process/Policy Documentation - Create and publish process and policy documents for ACCORDS HR needs. Make available to the ACCORDS community on a timely basis to outline processes for recruiting and hiring/on-boarding and approximate timelines.

• Offboarding/Terminations - Prepare termination paperwork, including leave separation forms, (calculating vacation payouts and determining sick leave payouts if applicable at time of retirement), resignation acknowledgement letter, and record termination data in the HRMS/HCM system and assisting in the checkout process.

• Leave Management - Manage and coordinate staff and faculty leave of absences with University HR and faculty affairs.

• Payroll Processing - Process payroll updates and changes as requested (primarily for administrative staff).

• Guidance/Compliance - Research, interpret and stay current with multifaceted University HR rules, regulations and policies as required to answer questions that arise. Make recommendations for process improvement as related to ACCORDS human resources and recruiting needs.

Work Location:

Hybrid - This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 2-3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

ACCORDS is a research center supporting the advancement of health services research and T3-T4 translational research jointly funded by the School of Medicine and Children's Hospital Colorado Research Institute.ACCORDS serves as the focal point for health care professionals, researchers, and analysts from across the Anschutz Medical Campus to foster multidisciplinary collaborations that bring together our campus' diverse skills and talents to pursue health services research and education.In addition, ACCORDS cultivates strong research and educational collaborations with external partners including the University of Colorado School of Public Health, Children's Hospital Colorado, Denver Health, Kaiser Permanente Colorado, UCHealth, as well as other health care delivery systems, community organizations, and state and local government agencies.ACCORDS has programs in Dissemination and Implementation Science, Patient-Centered Decision Making, Education, Community Engagement and Outreach, as well as methodological cores in Qualitative and Mixed Methods, Economic Analysis, Practice-Based Research Networks (PBRNs), Biostatistics for Health Services Research, and Mobile Health & Informatics.

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:

• A bachelor's degree in human resources, business, business administration or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

• The position requires 4 years of extensive, diverse and progressively responsible human resources experience

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SHRM or PHR Certification

• Experience working in an academic and/or healthcare environment.

• Experience interpreting 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.

• Thorough knowledge of current management and leadership methods and best practices.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: robert.stiner@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins on November 3, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE $61,641 - $78,408.

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.