Employee Relations Consultant

Job Summary:

We are seeking an Employee Relations Consultant to join the Employee Relations and Performance Team within Central Human Resources at the CU Anschutz Campus. This position serves as a consultative partner to faculty and staff by providing guidance on employee relations performance management and compliance-related matters contributing to a positive and effective workplace environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Acts as a consultant by providing campus-wide consulting on performance management processes communication and training.

Work with unit leadership to ensure best practices with respect to performance management employee relations and employee development.

Conduct workplace investigations as needed/necessary.

Provide strategic and practical insight and counsel to unit management on performance management to include goal setting coaching evaluation and progressive discipline

Work with unit leaders to resolve employee relations issues provide counsel to unit leaders on organizational changes.

Consulting with assigned schools colleges and departments on constructive methods processes applicable federal state and Regent laws/regulations (including FLMA and FLSA)

Providing options for resolving conflicts and improving work relationships and the work environment.

Guiding and advising managers and HR partners in assigned units on employee relations matters including resolving performance issues.

Consulting with assigned departments on the annual performance evaluation processes.

Perform other duties tasks and projects assigned.

Work Location:

Hybrid this role is eligible for a hybrid scheduleoftwodays per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

Central Human Resources at the University of Colorado Anschutz Campus is committed to providingexceptional service to more than 15000 faculty and staff members who arecritical of the universitys success in teaching research community service and clinical and Performance team offers consulting services advice support and referrals to employees supervisors andmanagers who have questions or learn more about the teamand the support they offer pleaseclickhere.

Why work for the University

We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional 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:

Intermediate Professional

Bachelors degree in public administration public policy business higher education administration social sciences behavioral sciencesor a directly related field from an accredited institution and 1 year of professional experience

Senior Professional

Bachelors degree in public administration public policy business higher education administration social sciences behavioral sciencesor a directly related field from an accredited institution and 2 years of professional experience.

Principal Professional

Bachelors degree in public administration public policy business higher education administration social sciences behavioral sciencesor a directly related field from an accredited institution and 3-5 years of professional experience

Substitution

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

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience providing HR support directly to executive-level positions.

Masters degree in human resources management public administration public policy business higher education administration social sciences behavioral sciences or a directly related field

Conditions of Employment: Must be willing and able to

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization.

Work a Hybrid Schedule: On-campus presence isrequired fora minimum of 2 days in the HR office suite.

Work standard office hours 8:00 AM 5:00 PM

Sit or stand for extended periods while working in office settings.

Use of standard office equipment such as computers phones copy machines virtual meeting tools and filing systems.

The ability tomaintainprofessionalism and confidentiality.

Competencies: Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

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: Megan Freije @

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified but preference will be given to complete applications received by March 5 2026. 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:

Intermediate Professional: $60000 $65000

Senior Professional: $65000- $72000

Principal Professional: $73000 $82000

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the Universitys 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 .

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 othervaccine 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 addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.