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Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner

South Suburban Parks and RecreationLittleton, CO, US
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Application Closing Deadline : For best consideration, please submityour application materials by 4 : 00 p.m. October 23, 2025

Hiring Range is $71,392 to $89,500 annually based onqualifications, education and experience as it relates to the position.

Position Summary :

Under the general direction of Deputy Director of Administration,this position collaborates with the supervisory and management team toidentify and deliver solutions to support decisions related toworkforce planning, training, leadership development, policyinterpretation, performance management, compensation, employeerelations, and overall employee engagement. This position contributesto the business strategy by helping leaders identify, prioritize, andbuild organizational capabilities, structures, and processes. TheHuman Resources Business Partner regularly consults, coaches, andadvises leaders to make informed people-related decisions thatminimize risk, drive workforce effectiveness, and lead to improvedbusiness performance. Serves as second in command when the DeputyDirector is out and may provide work assignments and direction toHuman Resources staff. Mentors other HR team members, as appropriate.Performs duties in a manner consistent with the stated values of the organization.

  • Consults with management and provides HR guidance.
  • Resolves employee relations issues and addresses grievances.
  • Works closely with management and employees to improve workrelationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention.
  • Provides SSPRD policy guidance.
  • Monitors and reports on workforce and succession planning.
  • Partners with all departments and outside entities to build relationships.
  • Facilitates recruitment and retention strategies.
  • Identifies training needs for teams and individuals.
  • Oversees training programs.
  • Analyzes workforce trends and metrics.

Relationship Building & Problem Solving

  • Develops and maintains strong, productive professionalrelationships within HR, District employees and management, andoutside community partners.
  • Keeps regular contact with members of the management teamregarding strategic people issues and to facilitate decision-makingin accordance with the organization's current policies andpractices, mission, vision and values, as well as federal and local regulations.
  • Maintains a solution-focused mindset to pro-actively identifyopportunities in client groups, surfacing issues and to addressbusiness challenges.
  • Serves as an integral member of the HR Team, supporting clientgroups and acting as a partner in the business to maximize allaspects of people performance. Provides advice and support fororganizational change with an established reputation and trackrecord as an effective and collaborative partner. Closely partnerswith management on a broad range of strategic HR services, providingcoaching and consultation that contributes to the organizationalstrategy and business goals.
  • Responsible for delivering a full range of HR services includingongoing support of annual HR processes such as : performancemanagement, compensation, employee engagement, talent and successplanning, employee relations, and policy interpretation andcompliance. Leverages business and industry insights to manage thedesign, development and delivery of HR programs, aligning with the business.
  • Collaborates with all departments to identify and deliversolutions to support business leaders on decisions related totalent, employee relations, recruitment and compensation. Works withbusiness leaders to define and align the talent strategy, improvingorganizational performance, and developing capabilities that deliverbusiness results.
  • Regularly meets, consults, coaches and advises with leaders acrossthe organization to make informed people-related decisions tominimize risk to the company, drive effectiveness and improve performance.
  • Employee Relations

  • Ensures consistent application of HR policies, processes andsystems by advising staff on employee relations matters includinginterpreting District policies and procedures and applicable local,state and federal laws and regulations.
  • Pro-actively coaches employees in areas such as organizational andinterpersonal communications, relationship building, talentmanagement, performance management, succession planning anddevelopment of direct reports.
  • Works with Department managers and supervisors to resolve complexemployee relations problems and to conduct investigations, includinggathering information, meeting with employees one-on-one, andfacilitating solutions
  • Prepares written documentation and exhibits in response toallegations and claims affecting the employment relationship.Ensures that all appropriate follow-up activities and monitoringrelated to employee relations issues are completed. Keeps detailednotes of all employee relations issues.
  • Provides guidance to supervisors and managers on performancemanagement issues. Assists in the creation of performancedocumentation and conducts necessary follow-up activities.
  • Works with departments to reward and recognize employees forperformance related accomplishments.
  • Conducts exit interviews and tracks trends and patterns to advisemanagement appropriately.
  • Responds to Unemployment Compensation appeals and hearingrequests, including preparation of materials and witnesses.Participates in Unemployment hearings as a representative for the employer.
  • Advises, interprets and counsels supervisors and employees oninternal policies, guidelines and procedures, as well as local,state and federal laws and regulations.
  • Training

  • Manages Leadership Development Program for the District.
  • Delivers group and individual instruction and training covering arange of technical, operational, and / or management areas.
  • Develops training curricula and recommends or utilizes vendorprograms meeting instructional goals and objectives.
  • Formulates training outlines and determines instructional methodsutilizing knowledge of specified training needs and effectiveness ofsuch methods such as individual training, group instruction,lectures, demonstrations, conferences, meetings, and workshops.
  • Selects or develops training aids including training handbooks,demonstration models, multimedia visual aids, computer tutorials,and reference works.
  • Coordinates administrative functions necessary to deliver anddocument training programs.
  • Evaluates effectiveness of training and development programs, andutilizes relevant evaluation data to revise or recommend changes ininstructional objectives and methods.
  • Assists in analyzing and assessing training and development needsfor individuals, departments, and / or external organizations.
  • Reviews instructor performance and recommends improvements toprogram content and / or instructor presentation methods.
  • Advises departments on recruitment strategies and assists with theinterview and selection process if needed.
  • Writes, reviews, and assists supervisors in maintaining jobdescriptions as needed.
  • As needed, participates in the interview process, along with thehiring supervisor, for full-time and regular part-time positions, aswell as part-time positions upon request.
  • Performance Management Administration

  • Assists with the development, monitoring and communication withemployees and supervisors regarding the District's performancereview process.
  • Provides supervisor and employee training related to the SSPRDperformance management process. Prepares communication and trainingmaterials, coordinates and conducts training sessions related toon-going performance management skills and the annual performancereview process.
  • Compensation Administration

  • Provides competitive market research and prepares pay studies tohelp establish pay practices and pay grades that help to recruit andretain superior staff.
  • Assists with the development and maintenance of the District'spart-time and full-time Pay Plans.
  • Manages the Position Classification process, including conductingposition classification reviews for new positions andre-classification requests where the duties of a position have changed.
  • Researches compensation strategies for sales compensation, skillbased pay, on-call activities, etc.
  • Researches off-cycle market increase recommendations and adjustments.
  • Other Administrative & Professional Duties

  • Assists with various employee committees and activities related tocommittee work. Attends and participates in various District meetings.
  • Responsible for developing communication materials such ase-mails, memos, internal website information and other general communications.
  • Complies with District and departmental rules and regulations,policies and procedures. Has a solid knowledge of local, state andfederal laws and regulations, District personnel policies andguidelines, and benefits plans to respond to questions fromsupervisors and employees.
  • Researches and answers routine and complex inquiries frommanagers, employees, patrons and other agencies and organizations.
  • Provides back-up when necessary to the duties of the other HumanResources positions in the department.
  • Assists Deputy Director of Administration with special projectsand other duties as assigned.
  • Assists with and provides back-up for auditing and tracking allrequired personnel-related forms.
  • Consistently maintains a culture of providing excellent customerservice and ensures quality across all programs.
  • Responds tactfully, respectfully and in a timely manner toinquiries and problems in person, through email, phone and mail byproviding helpful information and explanations in-line with Districtpolicies and procedures. Thoughtfully handles confrontational orstressful interactions.
  • Attends and participates in professional group meetings; staysabreast of new trends and innovations in HR.
  • Attends and participates in staff meetings, trainings, and orientations.
  • Attends work on a regular, reliable and punctual basis.
  • This job description should not be construed to imply that theserequirements are the exclusive duties of the position. Incumbentsmay be required to follow any other instructions, and to perform anyother related duties, as may be required.

    Education and / or Experience :

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology orother related field from and an accredited college or university.
  • Five (5) years of progressive HR experience. Experience in otherHR areas such as Compensation, Benefits, Employee Leaves, Worker'sCompensation are a plus.
  • Previous experience with HRIS, timekeeping, applicant tracking,and onboarding systems preferred.
  • Any combination of experience, training and education thatdemonstrates the required knowledge, skills and abilities to performthe essential functions of the position may be considered.
  • Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements :

  • A Professional Human Resources Certification (S / PHR, SHRM-CP, IPMAor CCP) is required.
  • Must possess a valid Colorado Driver License or have the abilityto obtain upon hire and maintain an acceptable driving record.
  • Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal employment andwage and hour laws; Human Resources consultative approaches; and theability to be sensitive to employee relations issues and maintain aneutral position.
  • Ability to successfully exercise sound judgment, flexibility,initiative and commitment in line with the current cultural andbusiness environment.
  • Ability to work productively without supervision withinestablished policies and procedures.
  • Ability to provide professional documents and reports under tight deadlines.
  • Strong leadership skills with a focus on relationship building,project management, business acumen, coaching and consulting skills,and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to maintain pleasant professional demeanor.
  • Critical thinking skills in using logic and reasoning to identifythe strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions,or approaches to problems.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple requests with attentionto detail and follow through.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Must be highly motivated and take direction well.
  • Excellent communication skills to express facts, data, and ideasclearly and concisely both orally and in writing and to presenteffectively in one-on-one situations and before small and largeemployee groups.
  • Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced andhigh-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to provideoutstanding customer service, establish and maintain effectiveworking relationships, and interact with others in a professional manner.
  • Attention to detail, accuracy and maintaining a high level ofconfidentiality is critical in this position.
  • Material and Equipment Used

  • Regularly uses standard office equipment including a personalcomputer, telephone, printer, and copier.
  • This position may be required to drive a personal / District vehicleto various District and off-site facilities for business purposes.
  • This position primarily works in a busy office environment subjectto interruptions and background noises.
  • Physical Requirements

  • Sedentary work for long periods of time.
  • Occasional physical work lifting up to 10 pounds.
  • Occasional lifting, carrying, walking and standing.
  • Occasionally required to use hands and fingers to handle or feelobjects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop,kneel, crouch or crawl.
  • Frequent hand / eye coordination to operate personal computer andoffice equipment.
  • Vision for reading, recording and interpreting information. Visionacuity to see close-up and at a distance with the ability to adjustfocus allowing a broad field of vision.
  • Speech communication and hearing to maintain clear and effectivecommunication. Must understand and be understood.
  • This list is not all-inclusive and represents examples of the workenvironment and physical demands.

  • Competitive medical, dental and vision plans
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA's)
  • Happy Employees Are the Best Employees

  • South Suburban provides an employee assistance program at no costthat includes : counseling, financial planning, legal assistance, andmuch more!
  • Our Employee Wellness Program gives covered staff the ability toreduce their medical premium by $360 annually
  • Take Time Away to Do What You Enjoy

  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • 4 personal days per year
  • Earn 11.5 paid vacation days per year
  • Paid sick leave to rest, recover, and take care of yourself
  • We've Got Your Back

  • Up to 9% 401(a) Employer contribution / match that vest after 3years of service
  • Trainings to grow your professional and personal skill set
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program that covers up to $2,500 per year
  • Play Where You Work

  • Employee engagement is a priority at South Suburban. Staffgatherings have included : pictures with the Stanley Cup, ChiliCook-Off, Ice Cream Social, Shuffleboard Tournament, EmployeeAppreciation Luncheon, just to name a few
  • Monthly wellness challenge opportunities and staff recognition honors
  • We LOVE Our Facilities and So Will You :

  • Free daily admission to recreation centers, tennis courts, icerinks and swimming pools
  • 50% off food at South Suburban restaurants
  • $5 to $10 for nine holes of golf at four different courses
  • SSPRD offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including butnot limited to : Medical / Dental / Vision. For a more detailed overviewplease view the Benefits Guide for Full-Time Employees

    About Us

    Our mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of theenvironment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreationalservices and programs.

    We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west ofI-25, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan and unincorporated portions ofDouglas, Jefferson and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-servicerecreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, twoice centers and miniature golf courses, a botanical garden eventcenter, a BMX track, a sports dome, batting cages, an entertainmentcenter, a hotel and a nature center. In addition, we maintain nearly3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 80 miles oftrails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre SouthPlatte Park.

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