Human Resources Generalist III (Employee & Labor Relations)

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Application Deadline :

December 26 2025

Compensation Details :

Full Pay Range

85155.20 - 126505.60

Generally the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the is a full-time salaried position.

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Benefit Eligibility Group :

Non Union (30 Hours)

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Job Description Summary :

Under limited supervision the Human Resources (HR) Generalist III supports the development deployment and maintenance of HRs core services and programs throughout the city organization. HR Generalists III work closely with all HR teams as well as with the citys internal service teams and have regular contact in city departments and directly with managers and employees. This position focuses on identifying solutioning and resolving both anticipated and unanticipated issues at all levels of the cityensuring the continuity and consistent application of HR policies procedures and contractual obligations throughout the organization.

1. Assists the Employee & Labor Relations Senior Manager in providing interpretation and application of collective bargaining agreements and provide guidance to managers regarding labor relations according to each unions contractual requirements.

2. Supports departmental performance management needs including disciplinary actions demotions and involuntary terminations; coordinate with the Employee & Labor Relations Senior Manager and Deputy Director when needs arise for legal interpretation or legal advice.

3. Performs inquiries related to complaints or investigations of significant employee relations issues make recommendations on resolution facilitate implementation of CHRO-determined outcomes and coordinate all supporting documentation and communicationincluding due process and hearing requirements if necessary.

4. Acts as the front line in helping to deliver HR Department programs especially those identified as high priorities in the HR Workplan to departments. Assist in the administration and implementation of programs including those related to benefits compensation learning systems and talent. Assistance may include research gathering input for program development targeting distribution of resources evaluating consistency of program application reporting or training.

Job Description :

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead employees and managers throughout the employee life cycle by resolving manager and employee inquiries and issues as well as transaction needs with other HR teams. Support self-service for the HR Team by collaborating on tools and resources for the organization.

Provide consultative guidance and coaching for managers to ensure compliance with established policy and procedure.

Work collaboratively with all HR teams and key cross-functional groups to share knowledge of emerging issues and proactively deliver service to improve the employee or candidate experience.

Manage claim investigations due process hearings employee disciplinary actions performance management needs and involuntary terminations.

Coordinate the administration and implementation of all HR Department programs as needed. May include research gathering input for program development targeting distribution of resources evaluating consistency of program application participating in HR or hiring events reporting or training.

Facilitate the review and design of business processes that support HR Department programs.

Collaborate with HR Teams and department stakeholders to identify training and resource support needs that reflect the citys priorities and business. Participate in leading practice and comparable research to build resources and align people with tools. Brainstorm prepare and review draft learning content.

Provides input on policy procedure programs and training to strengthen and accomplish the goals of the department and the organization.

Evaluate develop document and maintain thorough and complaint candidate selection and verification processes; establish relationships and processes for related third-party vendors.

Assist in providing interpretation and application of collective bargaining agreements as well as citywide policies practices and procedures.

Maintain knowledge of trends best practices regulatory changes and new technologies in human resources talent management and employment law.

Provide training guidance support and thought partnership to emerging HR professionals in the department.

Collect data maintain databases and tracking systems and prepare reports to identify trends.

Perform miscellaneous job duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to look for detail and navigate application in compliance-focused situations.

Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment and to drive achievement of team objectives.

Ability to analyze data and synthesize routine or complex information into report or narrative format.

Ability to convey strong messages and stories on behalf of HR focused on employee growth and leader effectiveness.

Ability to develop positive productive relationshipscultivating mutual respect and trust.

Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of types of stakeholders both in writing and verbally.

Ability to interpret requests from employees and managers and apply policy and procedure.

Knowledge of Human Resources practices procedures policies employment laws and regulations.

Knowledge of core HR service areas including benefits compensation employee relations labor relations learning and talent.

Skill in critical thinking and creative approaches to problem-solving.

Have and maintain acceptable background information including criminal conviction history.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to speak read and write Spanish or a second language.

Knowledge of Workday HCM module.

Knowledge of and practical experience with labor unions.

SHRM-CP or PHR certification.

At least two (2) years of experience supporting HR functions in the public sector.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Public Administration or a related field from an accredited institution; or equivalent of eight (8) years related experience may substitute for the educational requirement only.

At least five (5) years of professional HR experience.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received : Human Resources Senior Manager

Supervision Exercised : None

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities that permits the employee to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person. Sufficient vision or other powers of observation that permits the employee to review evaluate and prepare a variety of written documents and materials. Sufficient manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate computer equipment and other office equipment. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to work in an office setting. Work may include extended periods of time viewing a computer video monitor and / or operating a keyboard. Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines leadership contact and changing priorities and conditions.

Additional Job Description :

Last updated : June 2025

The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation please send a request to

Key Skills

Employee Relations,Fmla,Employee Evaluation,Human Resources Management,Workers' Compensation Law,Benefits Administration,HRIS,Payroll,Employment & Labor Law,ADP,Human Resources,Recruiting

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1