Careerwise Colorado

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About the position Responsibilities • Serve as a key thought partner to the Chief of Staff, proactively analyzing internal data and industry best practices to identify strategic opportunities and develop compelling, data-informed recommendations for organizational design, talent strategy, and operational excellence. • Execute and operationalize the HR strategies, including talent acquisition, performance management, upskilling, and culture initiatives. • Drive the operationalization of strategic priorities, translating high-level goals into concrete, measurable projects, timelines, and resource plans. • Serve as a key leader within People Operations, ensuring all practices uphold the highest level of integrity and align with the organization's mission and goals. • Appraise and align HR policies, procedures, and systems across locations (Denver, CO, and New York City, NY), guiding staff through change management processes. • Collaborate with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) on strategic staffing plans, providing input on optimal hiring approaches and compensation strategy. • Support the Director of Human Resources, ensuring effective day-to-day HR function across employee relations, compliance, and core HR services. • Provide high-level guidance and support on complex employee relations issues and workplace investigations, ensuring all actions are unbiased, legally sound, and consistent with company policy. • Oversee the management and optimization of all People Operations technology, including HRIS, Payroll, ATS, and employee engagement platforms. • Ensure all HR policies, procedures, and standards adhere to federal, state (Colorado and New York), and local employment laws, with a strong emphasis on multi-state and remote work compliance. • Lead the development and execution of strategies to effectively onboard, engage, and support a multi-state remote workforce. • Lead efforts to cultivate a vibrant, inclusive workplace culture that promotes wellness, engagement, and success. • Oversee the strategic design and delivery of employee development and upskilling programs to ensure staff growth and high performance. • Drive continuous improvement in the performance management system, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across all departments. • Develop and present key metrics and performance insights to the Chief of Staff and ELT, monitoring the progress of strategic people initiatives and recommending necessary course corrections. • Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance organizational priorities and effectively communicate change. Requirements • Deep knowledge of HR best practices and demonstrated experience leading a hybrid/distributed workforce, cross-functional projects, and change management initiatives. • Proven ability to serve as an objective, strategic thought partner to executive leadership. • Operates with the highest level of integrity and maintains strict confidentiality. • Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills to break down complex problems and drive solutions. • Demonstrated commitment to DEI principles and proven experience advancing them in the workplace. • Proven ability to build trusting relationships with senior leaders and staff at all levels. • Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize and execute multiple high-stakes priorities on tight deadlines. • Comfort with change and ambiguity, thriving in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. • Self-motivated with a proven record of establishing and scaling systems and processes where none currently exist, providing structure to an evolving organizational landscape. Benefits • group medical, dental, and vision plans • short-term disability • a 100% vested 401k plan with a 3% employer contribution • flexible time off