What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager, Department of Clinical Sciences position at Colorado State University?

Posting Details

Posting Detail Information

Working Title

Human Resources Manager, Department of Clinical Sciences

Position Location

Fort Collins, CO

Work Location

Position qualifies for hybrid / in-office work

Research Professional Position

Posting Number

202401987AP

Position Type

Admin Professional / Research Professional

Classification Title

Prof / Indiv Contrib III

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours / Week

Proposed Annual Salary Range

70,000 - $90,000

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11 : 59pm (MT) on

01 / 06 / 2025

Description of Work Unit

The Department of Clinical Sciences mission is to assure the health and productivity of animals to meet societal needs through high quality educational programs for professional veterinary medical students, graduate veterinarians, and the public through a faculty and veterinary medical center of excellence, and to advance and disseminate comparative biomedical knowledge in an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration.

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Position Summary

The Department of Clinical Sciences at Colorado State University seeks applications for a 12-month full-time Human Resources Manager.

The HR Manager oversees human resource (HR) operations across four locations on South Campus, supporting over 500 employees within the Department of Clinical Sciences (DCS). This role provides guidance to more than 100 supervisors on hiring / recruitment processes, performance evaluations, employee relations, and other faculty / staff needs related to their employment and membership in the department. The HR Manager must have a strong working knowledge of recruitment / retention strategies as well as university, state, and federal HR regulations. The HR Manager partners with the CVMBS Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for related guidance in these areas.

A critical aspect of the HR Manager's role is partnering closely with the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVMBS) Human Resources team to ensure cohesive alignment between DCS and broader college and university HR initiatives. This partnership is vital for maintaining compliance with CSU policies and employment laws while ensuring that HR best practices are applied across all DCS operations. By working in concert with the CVMBS HR team, the HR Manager promotes consistency, transparency, and accountability in recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations, ensuring that HR activities are aligned with both departmental goals and university-wide priorities.

In addition to managing recruitment, retention, compensation, and performance management, the HR Manager serves as a strategic partner to DCS leadership, advising on workforce planning and key HR trends, including turnover and diversity. This role also includes serving as an Equal Opportunity Coordinator (EOC) to CVMBS for Faculty and Administrative Professional searches and acts as the designated approver for the Department Head on routine HR transactions.

The HR Manager reports to the DCS Business Officer and plays an integral role in fostering an inclusive workplace culture, ensuring all HR practices support the clinical, research, and academic missions of the department while complying with institutional standards. Through close collaboration with CVMBS HR, the HR Manager enhances HR operations and ensures seamless integration of department-specific and university-wide initiatives.

This position is expected to work in-person, although a hybrid schedule can be negotiated after an initial training period.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the time of hire; the Clinical Sciences department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

A combination of signing bonus and / or relocation expenses may be considered for successful candidates.

Required Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an institution of higher education in Human Resources, Business Management / Administration or a closely related field

Five years of progressively responsible professional HR experience reflected in application materials (professional HR certification can be a substitute for 2 years of experience)

Demonstrated commitment to customer service and interpersonal skills including the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with diverse employment groups at all levels of the organization

Proven experience in resolving employee relations and performance management issues, with strong interpersonal and communication skills in both one-on-one and group settings

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex information

Proficient with HR software (e.g., HCM, TMS, HRIS) and Microsoft Office Suite

Experience and preference to work in a collaborative team environment

Commitment to and experience with discretion, sound judgment, and handling confidential materials

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to fast-paced settings with shifting priorities Creative problem-solver with a talent for managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines

Resourceful in navigating complexity and ambiguity. Skilled in prioritizing, managing conflicting demands, and completing projects under pressure

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the time of hire; the Clinical Sciences department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

Master's degree from an institution of higher education in Human Resources, Business Management / Administration, or a closely related field

Professional Human Resources SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification(s)

Supervisory and management experience, preferably of an HR staff / team

HR experience in a higher education environment or a comparable medium to large organization, preferably in Human Resources, Public / Business Administration, Organizational Development, or closely related field

Experience with the veterinary education environment

Experience and proficiency with human resource software, specifically Workday HCM and / or project management systems, such as Monday.com

Experience in designing, developing, and managing the implementation of HR-related operating procedures in a high-volume operating environment

Experience in talent acquisition and / or executing recruitment strategies and developing position descriptions

Experience in employee relations strategies and developing training

Experience measuring, monitoring, and analyzing HR key performance indicators (KPIs) and developing metrics for HR related strategic initiatives

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department's commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category

Human Resources Management

Duty / Responsibility

Manage HR activities within the department by developing and overseeing HR processes and procedures to facilitate efficient and effective service, operation, and compliance with university HR and Equal Opportunity (EO) processes and procedures.

Coordinate routine department-level HR activities and set internal deadlines; communicate and disseminate information regarding HR changes, updates and policies to relevant parties; identify and conduct in-house training.

Review and approve personnel actions in the University HR system for accuracy, completeness and compliance.

Coordinate with DCS Leadership, supervisors and fiscal officers to ensure funding is available for research personnel reappointments or notifications of non- reappointments if no funding is identified.

Provide advice and framework for promotional opportunities either requested by supervisors or to ensure conformity with institutional HR policies and procedures.

Oversee department leave systems and related documentation, including appropriate compliance and processing for faculty sabbatical requests, and monitoring and reporting of employee leave.

Manage Administrative Professional and State Classified performance evaluations within the department and present to the Department Head for review and signature.

Coordinate the departmental annual salary raise exercise (SALX) process including equity, special, and promotional salary adjustment requests.

Collaborate with the department leadership team on problem solving, operating procedures, work planning, and other management issues, making recommendations for prioritizing and allocating human resources.

Represent the department on various college or university committees and disseminate information to the department, as appropriate.

Analyze and communicate performance metrics using data from HR and other relevant systems.

Percentage Of Time

Job Duty Category

Talent Acquisition & Recruiting

Duty / Responsibility

Responsible for strengthening and enhancing recruitment, sourcing, and talent acquisition efforts within DCS, while developing and implementing solutions for efficient hiring processes, including administering relevant training.

Lead recruitment strategies and implement action plans to attract top talent and increase diversity of the applicant pools.

Analyze data and information on search and recruitment, create goals and metrics to track hiring trends, generate reports, and take action to make improvements based on findings.

Research and build materials / resources and tools needed to facilitate the search process.

Perform approvals in HR systems as delegated by BO / DH

Percentage Of Time

Job Duty Category

Employee Relations

Duty / Responsibility

Provide HR expertise and consultation on employee relations issues across academic and operational departments (~500 employees) in collaboration with CVMBS HR.

Serve as a department point of contact as a first level guide for employee relations functions, including mediation, EAP referrals, policy guidance, and supervisor / manager support, fostering an inclusive, accountable, and transparent workplace. Collaborate with CVMBS HR and other university offices for complex situations and as guidance is needed.

Collaborate with HR, OEO, Talent Development, Finance, and other departments to support organizational initiatives.

Advise on staffing strategies, mentoring supervisors on recruiting, hiring, succession planning, onboarding, and orientation.

Lead department partnerships and inclusion strategies, supporting cross-training and mentoring.

Develop and assess orientation and onboarding tools for continued relevance and effectiveness.

Support employee engagement initiatives and HR policy communication with department leadership.

Coordinate with CVMBS HR on FMLA, ADA, and workers' compensation claims, managing related employee relations and performance matters.

Support environmental health, safety, and wellness activities within the college and department.

Provide HR guidance in meetings, promoting strategic, proactive employee relations practices.

Stay updated on HR requirements and best practices, ensuring ethical, transparent communication and confidentiality.

Foster a collaborative team environment and support climate / engagement initiatives with DCS Leadership. Partner with CVMBS HR for assessment, development and delivery of climate / engagement initiatives.

Percentage Of Time

Job Duty Category

Supervision

Duty / Responsibility

Oversight of DCS HR team, including recruiting, hiring, training, coaching, supervising, and providing feedback to HR Coordinators.

Complete and present annual planning and evaluation for direct report(s). Make recommendations for salary increases, promotions, etc. to DCS Leadership.

Encourage growth opportunities, address areas for improvement, provide guidance and support.

Train and support DCS HR Team regarding HR operations and transactions.

Percentage Of Time

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position will remain open until filled. To apply, please submit a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred qualifications, a resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references by Monday, January 6, 2025 at 11 : 59pm MT. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search Contact

Alice Moore; alicem.moore@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu .

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu .

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu .

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and / or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Salary : $70,000 - $90,000

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