Human Resources Coordinator

Town of Winter Park • Winter Park, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Winter Park is seeking an HR Coordinator to support its growing team. This role is responsible for handling recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, compensation coordination, and HR compliance. The HR Coordinator will work directly with the Assistant Town Manager and all departments, ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient HR operations while delivering excellent customer service. The position plays a critical role in supporting the administration and coordination of human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, benefits administration, training coordination, and employee engagement initiatives.

Requirements

• 2+ years of HR or administrative experience
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of HR principles and employment law
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of two (2) years of administrative or HR-related experience

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field preferred
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred
• Municipal experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment processes including job postings, applicant tracking, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.
• Prepare offer letters and onboarding documentation for new hires.
• Facilitate onboarding and orientation for new employees.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with records retention requirements.
• Assist with benefits administration including open enrollment, changes, and employee inquiries.
• Track and support employee training and development programs.
• Assist with employee wellness initiatives and engagement programs.
• Provide administrative support for employee relations and escalate issues as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Coordinate pre-employment screenings and background checks.
• Prepare separation documentation and support offboarding processes.
• Partner with the Town’s payroll administrator, as needed.
• Coordinate HR data and ensure data integrity.
• Provide excellent customer service to employees and departments.
• Coordinate workers’ compensation and leave administration.
• Coordinate biennial compensation studies and manage compensation data.
• Coordinate performance evaluation processes across departments, including documentation preparation and compilation of evaluation materials.
• Support employee handbook management by coordinating updates, organizing revisions, and distributing to all staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Town pays 90% of employee-only premiums, 75% of dependent coverage)
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• 18 days of paid time off plus 11 paid holidays in year one
• Mission Square 401(a) where both you and the Town contribute 7.65%
• Optional 403(b) where the Town matches up to 4% of your contributions
• $500 annual wellness benefit
• Flexible spending accounts (or Health Savings Account)
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED