HR Specialist III

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of the State Auditor is seeking a detailed-oriented and proactive Human Resources Specialist to provide key professional and technical support for our HR unit. In this multifaceted role, you will play a critical part in executing OSA’s HR operations, specializing in talent acquisition, assisting with benefits administration, and leave coordination. If you are passionate about candidate experience, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and supporting employees throughout their careers, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

6 years of HR experience OR a bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Public Administration (or similar) with 2 years of relevant HR experience.
Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
Thrive in a collaborative environment, interacting with staff at all levels.
Demonstrate analytical skills to research and interpret HR data.
Be highly organized and adaptable, prioritizing tasks effectively.
Possess the ability to negotiate and advocate for positive HR solutions.
Be knowledgeable of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Must submit to and successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
State employee transfer applicants must disclose any corrective actions within the last 2 years and must currently be in good standing.

Nice To Haves

SPCP in selection, SPHR, PHR or equivalent certification (desirable)
Experience navigating public sector recruitment processes (desirable)

Responsibilities

Perform job analyses, write engaging job ads, and thoroughly review incoming applications.
Guide hiring authorities and subject matter experts through compliant recruitment and selection processes.
Serve as the main point of contact for candidates: handle inquiries, manage correspondence, schedule tests/interviews, and coordinate attendance at career fairs.
Administer candidate testing/exams to ensure integrity and fairness.
Conduct comprehensive background and reference checks.
Ensure strict compliance with employment laws and State Personnel Rules while maintaining complete recruitment records.
Partner with the Benefits Coordinator to facilitate open enrollment meetings, disseminate materials, and guide employees through the process.
Verify required documentation to process, approve, and audit benefit choices and dependent additions.
Track enrollment deadlines and provide ongoing guidance to employees regarding benefits, payroll, and career growth.
Collaborating under the direction of the HR Manager and alongside payroll staff, administer employee paid time off, FMLA, FAMLI, short-term disability, and worker’s compensation.
Ensure full agency compliance with state and federal leave laws, including timely employee notifications, eligibility interpretations, and form management.
Maintain strict confidentiality of medical records while tracking return-to-work dates and coordinating modified work schedules.
Advise and educate employees, supervisors, and managers on leave policies to ensure smooth payroll processing and minimize pay discrepancies.
Enter and maintain data in our payroll system.
Assist with new employee orientation.
Assist or develop staff trainings.
Provide front desk coverage as needed.

Benefits

Hybrid work location, with some work time at home and some work time at our central downtown location by the Capitol Building
Outstanding opportunities for professional development and continued skills training
Excellent work-life programs including flexible work schedule opportunities
Engaged and dedicated leadership
Eco-Pass for public transportation, as well as transportation reimbursements for parking, and bicycle commuters.
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life insurance options
Limited travel required
11 paid holidays per year plus paid vacation and sick leave
Automatic Short and optional long - term disability coverage