We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to support leaders and employees across a dynamic organization in Arvada, Colorado. This role blends strategic partnership with hands-on HR execution, helping drive employee relations, talent development, engagement, and operational consistency. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to guide teams through change while strengthening workplace culture.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Advise supervisors and department leaders on employee concerns, performance discussions, coaching approaches, and workplace conflict resolution.<br>• Partner with hiring teams and talent acquisition stakeholders to strengthen recruiting outcomes and improve employee retention.<br>• Coordinate learning opportunities and development initiatives that help employees expand skills and advance their careers.<br>• Promote engagement and reinforce a positive culture by supporting teams through organizational change and ongoing workforce initiatives.<br>• Review workplace issues, conduct impartial inquiries, and recommend appropriate resolutions in alignment with company policies.<br>• Lead presentations and facilitate training sessions for employees and leadership groups, including regular participation in safety-related meetings.<br>• Contribute to recurring HR cycles such as performance evaluations, objective planning, open enrollment support, and recognition programs.<br>• Collaborate with HR colleagues and operational leadership to apply policies and people practices consistently across the organization.<br>• Manage daily human resources activities while serving as a strategic business partner to support broader organizational goals.
<p>Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented and employee-focused <strong>Leave of Absence (LOA) Specialist</strong> to join our Human Resources team in Englewood, Colorado. The LOA Specialist will be responsible for administering and managing employee leave programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company policies. This role will serve as the primary point of contact for employees navigating leaves of absence, disability claims, accommodations, and related benefits. This position is fully remote but MUST reside in Colorado.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of leave laws including FMLA, ADA, and Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI), along with excellent communication and case management skills.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Administer all aspects of employee leave programs, including:</li><li>Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)</li><li>Colorado FAMLI Leave</li><li>Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations</li><li>Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)</li><li>Workers' Compensation leave coordination</li><li>Personal and military leaves of absence</li><li>Serve as the primary contact for employees, managers, and HR partners regarding leave requests and eligibility.</li><li>Review and process leave documentation, medical certifications, and accommodation requests.</li><li>Coordinate with third-party leave and disability administrators to ensure timely claim processing.</li><li>Track leave durations, return-to-work dates, and required communications.</li><li>Manage interactive ADA accommodation processes and maintain compliant documentation.</li><li>Educate employees and managers on leave policies, benefits, and return-to-work procedures.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave regulations.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records within HRIS systems.</li><li>Partner with Payroll and Benefits teams to ensure accurate pay and benefits administration during leave periods.</li><li>Assist with audits, reporting, and policy updates related to leave administration.</li><li>Recommend process improvements to enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half Direct Hire is partnering with a globally recognized professional services organization in the search for a Compensation & Benefits Analyst to join their growing HR and Total Rewards team. This is an excellent opportunity for a compensation professional who enjoys analytics, partnering with leadership, and supporting sophisticated compensation programs within a large corporate environment.</p><p><br></p><p>The Compensation & Benefits Analyst will support compensation planning, market analysis, incentive administration, and benefits analytics across a multi-state employee population. The ideal candidate will bring approximately 4+ years of compensation analysis experience within a larger company environment and possess strong analytical and Excel skills.</p><p><br></p><p>This role is highly visible and will partner closely with HR leadership, finance, and operational business leaders to support strategic compensation initiatives and ensure competitive, equitable pay practices.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Analyze compensation data, salary structures, market trends, and benchmarking surveys</li><li>Support annual merit, bonus, and compensation planning processes</li><li>Conduct internal equity reviews, compensation studies, and job evaluations</li><li>Assist with salary grade structures and incentive compensation analysis</li><li>Partner with HR leadership and managers on compensation recommendations and workforce planning</li><li>Prepare compensation analytics, reporting, dashboards, and leadership presentations</li><li>Support benefits analysis and administration including healthcare, retirement, and wellness programs</li><li>Assist with benefits renewals, vendor analysis, and employee communications</li><li>Ensure compliance with compensation and benefits regulations and internal policies</li><li>Maintain accurate HRIS and compensation data integrity</li><li>Participate in process improvement initiatives and special HR projects</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field</li><li>4+ years of compensation analysis experience within a mid-sized or large organization</li><li>Experience supporting broad-based compensation programs and salary benchmarking</li><li>Exposure to benefits administration and benefits analytics preferred</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required</li><li>Experience with HRIS systems and compensation platforms</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills</li><li>Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion</li><li>CCP certification or progress toward certification is a plus</li><li>Why This Opportunity?</li><li>Stable and highly respected global organization</li><li>Strong executive leadership and collaborative culture</li><li>High visibility role with growth potential</li><li>Competitive compensation and incentive package</li><li>Hybrid schedule with remote Fridays</li><li>Excellent benefits and long-term career development opportunities</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Please contact Chuck Bustos with Robert Half at 303-931-4005 (phone/text) for more information and / or apply here for immediate consideration! You can also email chuck.bustos at roberthalf com or find me on LinkedIn (“Chuck Bustos with Robert Half”).</p>
<p>Robert Half is supporting the recruiting efforts of a company in the manufacturing industry to find a Payroll Manager. This is a full time, permanent position in Lakewood. It is hybrid, and is paying $120-135k. Additional information and job requirements are below. For a full job description with company information, and for immediate consideration, please email your resume to Morgan.Racicot(at symbol) roberthalf (dotcom) today … or your Robert Half recruiter if you have one!! </p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, vision, retirement investment options, PTO and more! </p>
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a large education organization in Denver, Colorado. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can provide steady leadership, guide daily operations, and build strong partnerships across a highly collaborative team. The role will play a key part in supporting complex payroll activity, helping the organization stay prepared during peak back-to-school periods, and ensuring accurate service for a diverse employee population.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing for a large employee base across multiple payroll cycles.<br>• Oversee payroll administration for a multi-state workforce of more than 500 employees while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and labor requirements.<br>• Provide functional support for payroll and timekeeping platforms, including Oracle for payroll activities and Workforce software for time tracking.<br>• Partner closely with payroll leadership and adjacent team members to coordinate daily priorities, resolve issues, and maintain smooth departmental operations.<br>• Manage payroll considerations related to 12 union groups, helping ensure contract provisions are reflected correctly in pay practices.<br>• Prepare for high-volume seasonal demands, including the back-to-school period, by monitoring workflows, deadlines, and staffing needs.<br>• Review payroll data, investigate discrepancies, and implement corrective actions to improve accuracy and consistency.<br>• Contribute leadership and operational guidance in a role with potential to expand into broader payroll oversight responsibilities.