Human Resources Director

CPC Clinical Research • Aurora, CO

5d • $130,000 - $160,000

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Director to join our team! Are you a people-focused leader with strategic mindset and well-rounded HR background? lf so, keep reading… The Human Resources Director oversees all functions of the Human Resources (HR) department. This role ensures that strategic human resource planning supports overall business objectives while fostering a positive employee experience, strong culture, and compliance across the organization. In this position you will: Develop HR department goals that align with CPC’s strategic objectives. Plan, develop, and lead company-wide programs and initiatives to enhance CPC’s culture, mission, vision, and values. Partner with the Leadership Committee on organizational strategy related to staffing, retention, and employee engagement. Help identify talent within and outside the organization and oversee recruitment efforts (e.g., job posting, scheduling of interviews, background and reference checking, etc.). Oversee initial orientation and onboarding of all new employees to ensure positive and consistent new-hire experience. Coach, counsel and advise supervisors and senior leadership on HR-related topics and concerns. Facilitate and/or coordinate HR-related training as needed (e.g., leadership development, interviewing, hiring, performance reviews, supervisory skills, conflict resolution, etc.). Design, implement and maintain necessary HR processes, policies and programs that support organizational effectiveness. Review and update employee handbook on an annual basis and/or as needed. Implement and maintain a human resource information system (HRIS) to support personnel data management and reporting needs. Manage the performance review process to ensure consistency and accountability. Regularly analyze salary data to develop competitive compensation plans that are legally defensible and ensure pay equity. Coordinate benefits administration including annual renewal negotiations, benefits package design, and enrollment with appropriate carriers. Manage extended leaves, FMLA, ADA compliance, Employee Assistance Program, unemployment claims and worker’s compensation matters. Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws, regulations, and reporting requirements. Proactively assess employee morale and engagement and develop strategies to address concerns. Advise management on employment-related decisions and issues. Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and response to employee complaints. Oversee employment separations (e.g. offboarding, exit interviews). Ensure accurate maintenance and confidentiality of personnel files and HR records. Lead, coach, and manage HR department staff and oversee departmental performance. Manage the HR department budget and financial resources. Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Participate in committees and special projects as needed. Maintain professional knowledge by staying current on latest trends and compliance requirements, seeking out educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• B.S. in HR Management or related field
• 7+ years of progressive experience in human resources
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and leadership capability
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage conflicts and resolve problems effectively
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong knowledge of employment law, regulations and compliance requirements

Nice To Haves

• HR certification (e.g. SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR) preferred
• Active involvement with appropriate HR networks and organizations preferred
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical/biologic/medical device industry preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop HR department goals that align with CPC’s strategic objectives.
• Plan, develop, and lead company-wide programs and initiatives to enhance CPC’s culture, mission, vision, and values.
• Partner with the Leadership Committee on organizational strategy related to staffing, retention, and employee engagement.
• Help identify talent within and outside the organization and oversee recruitment efforts (e.g., job posting, scheduling of interviews, background and reference checking, etc.).
• Oversee initial orientation and onboarding of all new employees to ensure positive and consistent new-hire experience.
• Coach, counsel and advise supervisors and senior leadership on HR-related topics and concerns.
• Facilitate and/or coordinate HR-related training as needed (e.g., leadership development, interviewing, hiring, performance reviews, supervisory skills, conflict resolution, etc.).
• Design, implement and maintain necessary HR processes, policies and programs that support organizational effectiveness.
• Review and update employee handbook on an annual basis and/or as needed.
• Implement and maintain a human resource information system (HRIS) to support personnel data management and reporting needs.
• Manage the performance review process to ensure consistency and accountability.
• Regularly analyze salary data to develop competitive compensation plans that are legally defensible and ensure pay equity.
• Coordinate benefits administration including annual renewal negotiations, benefits package design, and enrollment with appropriate carriers.
• Manage extended leaves, FMLA, ADA compliance, Employee Assistance Program, unemployment claims and worker’s compensation matters.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Proactively assess employee morale and engagement and develop strategies to address concerns.
• Advise management on employment-related decisions and issues.
• Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and response to employee complaints.
• Oversee employment separations (e.g. offboarding, exit interviews).
• Ensure accurate maintenance and confidentiality of personnel files and HR records.
• Lead, coach, and manage HR department staff and oversee departmental performance.
• Manage the HR department budget and financial resources.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participate in committees and special projects as needed.
• Maintain professional knowledge by staying current on latest trends and compliance requirements, seeking out educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD etc.)
• Matching 401(k) plan (dollar for dollar up to 4% of your eligible compensation, fully vested immediately)
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 - 25 vacation days based on years of service
• Paid sick time (2.67 hours accrued bi-weekly up to a maximum of 80 hours)
• Monthly fun events (e.g. team building activities, games, charitable events, potlucks, picnics)
• Flexible and remote work schedules

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees