Senior People Business Partner

Description WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL? VOAC recognizes the unique needs of the older adult who needs a wheelchair ramp to stay at home safely, and the preschooler whose family needs additional resources. VOAC supports veteran’s efforts to exit homelessness as well as provides a safe place for survivors of domestic violence.

Wherever VOAC goes, it combines relationship-building, volunteers and quality services to lift and support our neighbor’s efforts to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential. ** The Senior People Business Partner will assist in the strategic and tactical functions of the People & Culture department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Responsible for assigned programs and groups of employees in support of all aspects of Human Resources in accordance with the mission and values of VOA Colorado.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• In collaboration with program and/or administrative groups, reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Partners with People Service Coordinator to facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with program and/or administrative managers to determine headcount needs and understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Implements employee recognition and retention programs.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors.
• Supports supervisors in disciplinary documentation, meetings, investigations, and terminations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Works in conjunction with VP of People & Culture and program leadership on succession planning, strategic compensation analysis ensuring internal equity, turnover analyses, and reduction.
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Performs other duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear. The employee frequently is required to use operate a keyboard and other basic office equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
• Full time
• Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm. Some nights and weekends may be required based on program needs. Opportunity for occasional remote work. LOCATION 2660 Larimer St Denver, CO 80205 SALARY $90,000-$100,000 annual exempt Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status Vacation Time Separate Sick Time Paid Holidays Floating Holidays Personal Days Volunteer/Wellness Day Tuition Assistance Pension Plan 403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match Health, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance Life Insurance Accident Insurance Employee Assistance/Work-Life Balance Program Employee Discount Program Life. Lock with Norton Public Service Loan Forgiveness Volunteers of America is an EEO Employer Position will remain open until filled VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role, please contact HR@VOAColorado.org to begin the Interactive Process.

Requirements

COMPETENCIES

• Models core culture attributes of Volunteers of America Colorado Branch that include “AIRS” (Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Service).
• Models and pursues with vigor Volunteers of America Colorado Branch three strategical critical virtues of HHS (Humble, Hungry, Smart (People Smart)).
• Self-motivated and directed
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Adept at problem-solving, including being able to identify issues and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Possess strong interpersonal skills
• Able to communicate clearly, both written and orally, to communicate with employees, leadership and in group presentations and meetings
• Able to effectively read and interpret information, present numerical data in a resourceful manner, and skillfully gather and analyze information
• Able to prioritize and plan work activities to use time efficiently
• Organized, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work for quality
• Dependable, able to follow instructions and respond to management direction MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business or related field. Master’s a plus.
• 3 years of experience in HR preferably in an exempt role.
• Employee relations experience in a non-exempt environment.
• Non-Profit experience is very helpful.
• HR Certification is a plus. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• High level of competency working with Microsoft Office suite and cloud-based applications
• Strong time-management and prioritization skills
• Experience working both independently and in a team environment
• Basic budgeting experience is helpful in support of program needs regarding its people.