Careers at CHA

Title: Senior Manager, Human Resources
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
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Colorado Hospital Association (CHA) is the leading voice of Colorado’s hospital and health system community. Representing more than 100 hospitals and health systems throughout the state, CHA serves as a trusted, credible and reliable resource on health issues, hospital data and trends for its members, media, policymakers and the general public. Through CHA, Colorado’s hospitals and health systems work together in their shared commitment to improve health and health care in Colorado. For more information on CHA, visit www.cha.com.

Position Summary:

The Sr. Manager, Human Resources (HR) oversees all areas of the Association’s human resources programs, including the core functions of employee relations, talent acquisition and retention, performance management, compensation and benefits, culture and engagement and HR compliance. This position administers and innovates human resources programs and policies to support the Association’s strategic goals and positively engage the workforce. The Sr. Manager, HR serves as a functional expert and strategic advisor to executive leadership on all human resources issues with broad and current subject matter knowledge, which includes expertise in federal and state employment laws.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the Association’s human resources policies and programs
• Ensure legal compliance and best practices by monitoring and implementing applicable federal and state employment requirements, maintaining appropriate files and records, and updating human resource policies and procedures as necessary
• Advise on employee relations matters which may include workplace investigations, conflict resolution, mediation, progressive discipline and terminations. Provide recommendations and direct a course of action when appropriate
• Manage the Association’s performance management system and semi-annual review process
• Ensure staff training and development opportunities through onboarding, on the job training, and other professional/skills development delivery methods
• Administer bi-weekly payroll in conjunction with the accounting department
• Maintain the Association’s HRIS system and employment records
• Manage and administer Association’s employee benefit programs to include plan design, open enrollment, ongoing enrollments/terminations, invoicing, & COBRA administration
• Partner with hiring managers to lead the full cycle recruitment process through job posting, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and job offer stages
• Facilitate new employee orientation and onboarding programs
• Oversee voluntary and non-voluntary employee separations
• Serve as a point of contact for staff questions or concerns as they relate to employment, benefits, payroll, or any area of HR programs or employment practices
• Manage compensation programs and strategies including salary analysis and benchmarking
• Promote and drive a positive company culture, monitor employee morale, effectiveness, and engagement
• Advise executive leadership on effectiveness of current HR programs and make recommendations as needed
• Prepare HR metrics and provide analysis and recommendations as needed
• Organize companywide staff appreciation events
• Perform other duties or projects assigned

Supervisory:

• None

Knowledge, Skills and Experience required (unless otherwise noted)

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field required
• 5+ years’ experience in a multi-disciplined HR role required
• Experience as an HR department of one strongly preferred
• Strong generalist understanding of all functional HR areas and best practices
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP certification(s) preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously balancing strategic and operational roles
• Current and ongoing knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws
• Proven ability to navigate complex employee relations issues with diplomacy and discretion
• Proven ability to gain trust and build positive relationship required

CHA Core Skills and Competencies:

• Commitment to service of members and staff
• Ability to establish strong working relationships with members, staff and external partners
• Adaptable and able to quickly pivot or shift priorities; not adverse to change
• Possesses a high level of integrity, desire to learn, and intrinsic motivation
• Displays a professional and approachable demeanor. Diplomatic with ability to effectively interact within all levels of an organization
• Personal accountability; able to work independently or within a team to complete deliverables on time
• Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Organizational and time management skills; comfort level working with and learning new technology
• Strong written, verbal, technical and interpersonal communication skills
• Analytical problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Maintains prompt and regular attendance

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Working conditions are normal for a fast-paced office work environment.
• Presentation of technical material in group settings required occasionally.
• Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed.
• Occasional weekend or evening work may be needed.
• May include lifting up to 25 pounds for files on a regular basis. Proper lifting techniques required.
• Material and Equipment Directly Used:
• Personal computer with Microsoft Office 365 software applications.
• Copy machine
• Printer

Hiring salary range: $100,000-120,000/year plus annual incentive bonus; eligible for full benefit offering

The hiring salary range represents a targeted hiring range based on candidate’s experience, education, and/or skill level. The actual starting salary may be more or less dependent on individual qualifications and does not represent the position’s full salary range. Candidates with advanced skillset who meet or exceed the desired qualifications may be considered for a higher starting salary or title.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisor. Nothing in this job description shall create or is intended to create, or shall be construed to constitute a contract of employment, express or implied. Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job.