Human Resources Business Partner - Employee Relations

Human Resources Business Partner - Employee Relations

Salary

$70,428.00 - $101,388.00 Annually

Location

Boulder County, CO

Job Type

Full-time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

6893(PE1)

Department

Human Resources

Opening Date

09/24/2026

Closing Date

9/29/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Exempt

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Description

Join Our Team as a Human Resources Employee Relations Business Partner! The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and fun environment and embody the HR Departments transparency, flexibility, and innovation values. We aim to provide superior customer service to all employees of Boulder County government. If you are committed to advancing strategic priorities, have the unique ability to make sound decisions, are an excellent listener and writer, and can navigate multiple computer technologies and systems, this position might be for you. Excellent communication, sound data analytical skills, innovative thinking, and an understanding and appreciation of the benefits that inclusion and equity bring to an organization and those it serves are also integral attributes.

About the Role

Boulder County Human Resources (HR) Department is seeking to hire two (2) Human Resources Business Partners - Employee Relations to support offices and departments. The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is a journey-level classification. The Human Resources Business Partner performs a variety of complex human resources duties and works with a considerable degree of independent judgment and decision-making. This position reports to the Employee Relations Manager in the Employee Relations Division and performs related work for the entire organization.

Hiring Range: $70,428.00 - $85,908.00 Annually

What Youll Do

• Employee Relations - Provide coaching assistance, conflict management guidance, disciplinary recommendations, and policy interpretation to all employees. Address complaints, coordinate investigations, and assist in fair, equitable, and timely resolution of conflicts.

• Policy Implementation - Educate employees on employee relations policies and procedures. Provide guidance on performance management, disciplinary actions, and employee development.

• Documentation Integrity - Review, edit, and ensure the accuracy of disciplinary documents.

• Legal Collaboration - Work with the County Attorneys Office and HR Director on employment-related legal matters.

• Workplace Culture - Monitor and address workplace culture and climate, encouraging supervisors and managers to create positive and inclusive environments.

• Training Programs - Facilitate training on performance management and employee relations.

• Process Improvement - Conduct business process analysis and needs assessments to enhance efficiency.

• Data Analysis - Collect and analyze data on employee relations issues to identify trends and develop improvement strategies.

Why Boulder County?

Youll have the opportunity to shape the workplace culture for our employees, ensuring they are seen, heard, and thrive. Your strategic vision and leadership will directly impact our employees well-being and satisfaction. Be part of a collaborative and fun team that values transparency, flexibility, and innovation. Enjoy outstanding benefits and a family-friendly environment including a PERA pension, generous vacation and medical leave, caregiver leave, and an infants-at-work program. The HR Department offers flexible work hours, including a four-day workweek option and hybrid work with occasional onsite meetings.

Core Values

Below are the foundational statements that define why our HR Department exists and articulate our vision for the future, where is HR going? Mission: Supporting a culture where all employees are seen, heard, and thrive. Our core values define how we in the HR Department approach our work. They are our core beliefs and the lenses through which all our work is done. The values represent who we are, how we serve, and how we treat everyone.

Racial Equity- We challenge systems to interrupt racism as described in Policy 1.06 - Fully Inclusive Anti-Racist, & Multicultural Organization.

Inclusivity- We invite multiple perspectives to create connection.

Partnership- We engage our colleagues to create mutual support and collaboration.

Impact- We provide accurate and timely service.

Integrity- We approach all we do with transparency, humility, and ethical behavior.

Fun- We have fun while working hard.

Learn- We create opportunities for continuous improvement and education.

Empower- We provide resources for people to thrive.

Examples of Duties

• Supports employees and supervisors with employee relations, performance management, coaching, and internal processes and policies
• Provides technical Human Resources assistance to employees and the general public as needed
• Reviews and implements process improvements with a racial equity lens
• May serve as a neutral liaison for investigations related to harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other workplace conduct issues
• Assists with disciplinary review, including editing disciplinary documents and coordinating data collection as well as reviewing and recommending personnel actions in the areas of hiring, discipline and termination of county staff
• May participate in interview panels and guide hiring managers in the inclusive hiring process
• May teach and guide supervisors in employee relations processes and learning opportunities
• Completes special projects as assigned
• Collaborates with the County Attorneys Office and HR leadership to navigate employment law issues and minimize risk
• May present and/or teach policies and procedures or other content both virtually and in-person
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records
• Willing to travel to multiple locations on occasion, while maintaining a hybrid schedule
• Performs related work, as required
• May be reassigned during emergency situations

Required Qualifications

PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application, please describe all relevant education and experience as applications are assessed based on the listed qualifications. Resumes and attachments will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. As part of our equitable hiring process, personally identifiable information (PII) will be redacted from applications forwarded to the hiring manager.

Education & Experience

• 6 (six) years of combined education and experience in human resources or related field
• including 2 years of human resources employee relations experience

Work Conditions

This is a full-time, benefited position that works primarily remote with an average of two days per month in-office, with onsite options in Lafayette, Longmont, and Boulder. This position will work Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, with some flexibility available regarding schedule. Some travel within Boulder County is required. Under FLSA guidelines, this position is exempt.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass conditional post offer background check.
• Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of human resources principles and employee relations practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on clarity, documentation, and respect
• Strong conflict resolution, de-escalation, and mediation skills
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment in handling sensitive issues
• Experience working across lines of difference with cultural humility and a racial equity lens
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Analytical and strategic thinking skills to interpret data and inform decisions
• Strong initiative, adaptability, and continuous improvement mindset
• Experience conducting or supporting impartial workplace investigations
• Demonstrated history of promoting and contributing to a positive workplace culture, especially within diverse teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• SHRM or HRCI Certification
• HRIS experience
• Experience working in a unionized or government setting
• Experience in labor relations
• Knowledge of employment and labor laws applicable to public sector environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook)
• Experience supporting a hybrid work environment

Hiring Timeline

• First Round Interviews: Week of October 5th
• Second Round Interviews: Week of October 12th
• Language Proficiency Test (if applicable): Week of October 19th
• Reference Check: Week of October 19th

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

As well as offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers employees an array of benefits. For all FTE and Term employees, we provide:

• Outstanding options of comprehensive health plans that include vision and dental coverage. Information can be found HERE.

• Additional Benefits include

• Family-forming benefits- infertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy reimbursements

• 12 weeks Paid Caregiver leave

• Breast feeding friendly-work environment

• Infants-at-work policy

• Access to LifeMart and Benefits Hub discount hub, including discounts on childcare centers, event tickets, travel and more!

• Access to a nationally-recognized wellness program

• Employee Assistance Program

• PERA 401k

• Social Security retirement plans

• Additional Life and Disability Insurance

• Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance

• County-paid tuition assistance

• Eligible for PSLF- Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Free EcoPass

• Hospital Indemnity

• ID Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• 8 Hours of Paid Public Service Leave

• Generous paid time off

• Holidays

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther Kings Birthday January

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Indigenous Peoples Day

• General Election Day November (first Tuesday after the first Monday, even years)

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day November

• Friday after Thanksgiving*

• Christmas Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)

• Christmas Day

• New Year's Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)

• Vacation

• 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire

• Eight hours of vacation per month for the first year of continuous service, then accrue twelve hours of vacation per month after the first year of continuous service.

• Medical

• Eight hours of medical leave for each month employed.

• PERA- The County and all employees pay into both Social Security and PERA

• Employer contribution to Social Security: 7.65% of salary

• Employer contribution to PERA (Local Government Division- most county employees: 15.80%

• The District Attorney's Office observe Francis Xavier Cabrini Day on the first Monday in October and omit the Friday after Thanksgiving

Vacation and Medical leave are based off of full time FTE accruals. Part-time FTE/term employees accrue leave based on the percentage of time they work.

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Please describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualification of six (6) years of combined education and experience in a related field.

02

Please describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualification of two (2) years of employee relations experience.

03

Please describe any experience you have with providing presentations or training? If you have experience, who was the audience and how often do you present/train?

04

Are you bilingual in English and Spanish? (Preferred)

• Yes
• No

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Why do you value racial equity and social justice? What work have you done that demonstrates this? Provide an example of how your life and/or career has embodied racial equity and social justice.

06

One of our guiding values is around inclusion. We value, respect, and support all individuals by being an inclusive, culturally responsive county government. What do you perceive as a challenge when working with a diverse workforce?

Required Question

Employer Boulder County

Address 2025 14th Street

Boulder, Colorado, 80302

Phone 303-441-3525

Website http://www.bouldercounty.org