Human Resources Generalist III (Recruitment and Selection)

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Application Deadline:

December 21, 2025

Compensation Details:

Full Pay Range

85,155.20 - 126,505.60

Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a full-time salaried position.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility Group:

Non Union (30+ Hours)

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Job Description Summary:

Under limited supervision, the Human Resources (HR) Generalist III supports the development, deployment, and maintenance of HR’s core services and programs throughout the city organization. HR Generalists III work closely with all HR teams, as well as with the city’s internal service teams, and have regular contact in city departments and directly with managers and employees. This position focuses on identifying, solutioning, and resolving both anticipated and unanticipated issues at all levels of the city—ensuring the continuity and consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and contractual obligations throughout the organization.

Primary areas of focus include:
1. Develops, maintains, and evaluates tools for hiring managers that support hiring managers in reviewing and screening resumes for required competencies, skills, and experience, and full recruiting cycle.  

2. Develops, documents, evaluates, and maintains thorough and compliant processes that support the advertising and job posting process, various pre-hire background check processes, and proper recordkeeping.   

3. Ensures the recruiting processes are clearly communicated in tools, resources, and trainings and updated as necessary.   

4. Partners with Department Leadership and Hiring Managers to establish their marketing statements.  

5. Develops and maintains a framework to track department-related professional associations/organizations for additional posting locations of specific positions.  

6. Develops a comprehensive “standard” package of places to post jobs to include reaching underrepresented populations.  

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES                

• Lead employees and managers throughout the employee life cycle, by resolving manager and employee inquiries and issues, as well as transaction needs, with other HR teams. Support self-service for the HR Team by collaborating on tools and resources for the organization.
• Provide consultative guidance and coaching for managers to ensure compliance with established policy and procedure.
• Work collaboratively with all HR teams and key cross-functional groups to share knowledge of emerging issues and proactively deliver service to improve the employee or candidate experience.
• Manage claim investigations, due process hearings, employee disciplinary actions, performance management needs, and involuntary terminations.
• Coordinate the administration and implementation of all HR Department programs, as needed. May include research, gathering input for program development, targeting distribution of resources, evaluating consistency of program application, participating in HR or hiring events, reporting, or training.
• Facilitate the review and design of business processes that support HR Department programs.  
• Collaborate with HR Teams and department stakeholders to identify training and resource support needs that reflect the city’s priorities and business. Participate in leading practice and comparable research to build resources and align people with tools. Brainstorm, prepare, and review draft learning content.
• Provides input on policy, procedure, programs, and training to strengthen and accomplish the goals of the department and the organization.
• Evaluate, develop, document, and maintain thorough and complaint candidate selection and verification processes; establish relationships and processes for related third-party vendors.
• Assist in providing interpretation and application of collective bargaining agreements as well as citywide policies, practices, and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Provide training, guidance, support, and thought partnership to emerging HR professionals in the department.
• Collect data, maintain databases and tracking systems, and prepare reports to identify trends.
• Perform miscellaneous job duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Ability to look for detail and navigate application in compliance-focused situations.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment and to drive achievement of team objectives.
• Ability to analyze data and synthesize routine or complex information into report or narrative format.
• Ability to convey strong messages and stories on behalf of HR, focused on employee growth and leader effectiveness.
• Ability to develop positive, productive relationships—cultivating mutual respect and trust.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of types of stakeholders, both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to interpret requests from employees and managers and apply policy and procedure.
• Knowledge of Human Resources practices, procedures, policies, employment laws, and regulations.
• Knowledge of core HR service areas, including benefits, compensation, employee relations, labor relations, learning, and talent.
• Skill in critical thinking and creative approaches to problem-solving.
• Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish or a second language.
• Knowledge of Workday HCM module.
• Knowledge of and practical experience with labor unions.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification.
• At least two (2) years of experience supporting HR functions in the public sector.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field from an accredited institution; or equivalent of eight (8) years related experience may substitute for the educational requirement only.
• At least five (5) years of professional HR experience.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received: Human Resources Senior Manager

Supervision Exercised:  None

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS    

Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities that permits the employee to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person. Sufficient vision or other powers of observation that permits the employee to review, evaluate and prepare a variety of written documents and materials. Sufficient manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate computer equipment and other office equipment. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to work in an office setting. Work may include extended periods of time viewing a computer video monitor and/ or operating a keyboard. Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines, leadership contact, and changing priorities and conditions.

Additional Job Description:

Last updated: June 2025

The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please send a request to riskmanagement@bouldercolorado.gov.