Job Description

Summary
National Jewish Health is seeking a Senior Human Resources Generalist to provide comprehensive support and guidance across key functional areas that advance the employee experience. This position plays an important role in advising leaders and staff on employment practices, supporting organizational development, ensuring compliance with employment regulations, and promoting effective employee relations. The Senior Human Resources Generalist serves as a trusted resource for assigned client groups and contributes to an inclusive, growth-focused workplace.
Position Highlights:

• Partnership with leaders and staff to address employment matters and support decision making
• Opportunities to guide performance management, coaching, and progressive discipline, and organizational development efforts
• Involvement in investigations, employee relations, and responses to regulatory agencies
• Coordination of ADAAA interactive processes and support of compliance programs

National Jewish Health is the leading respiratory hospital in the nation, known for groundbreaking medical research and specialized patient care. Since opening in 1899, the organization has built a reputation for excellence, innovation, and unwavering commitment to improving lives. At National Jewish Health, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and mission-driven environment.
Position Summary
This positiona??s primary responsibility is to provide support and guidance in the functional areas of Human Resources including, but not limited to: employment, ADA, retention, employee relations, organization development, training, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Essential Duties * Serves as a trusted partner for assigned client groups. Provides a consultative approach to all types of Human Resources and employment matters.

• Advises and assists leadership and staff with interpretation and application of personnel policies, procedures and legal compliance. Protects the interests of employees and the institution in accordance with institution Human Resources policies and governmental laws and regulations.
• Provides guidance and coaching to managers of all levels and staff in addressing performance issues and preparing clear and effective documentation, performance improvement and progressive discipline.
• Assists with grievances, investigations and disciplinary problems as needed for management and staff. Assists with responses to EEOC / Civil Rights charges and assists with legal proceedings around Employment law.
• Coordinates involuntary termination procedures between Human Resources, Payroll and management.
• Maintains a tracking system for coaching conversations, progressive discipline, performance improvement plans, involuntary terminations and EEOC / Civil Rights / Legal action.
• Responds to unemployment claims and coordinates hearings when necessary.
• Support with affirmative action program, files required reporting to regulatory agencies and Human Resources leadership, and maintains other required records.
• Develops with in-house employee training systems that address institutional training needs including training needs assessment, new employee orientation or onboarding, management development, production cross-training, the measurement of training impact, and the transfer of learning.
• Coordinate the ADAAA Interactive process with staff while ensuring compliance and creation of appropriate reasonable accommodations.
• Assists with compliance to federal, state and local employment regulations/guidelines by attending Employment Law seminars and training throughout the year. Interprets all pay policies and monitors compliance with wage and hour laws, FLSA standards, and EEO regulations. Maintains a current knowledge of legal issues which impact HR administration. Stays current with respect to both internal and external factors

Competencies * Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.

• Collaboration/Teamwork: Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others.
• Impact and Influence: Using appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying onea??s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations, and individuals involved. The ability to generate support from others to achieve desired business outcomes. It also involves taking advantage of opportunities to make a difference and have an impact. When used well, the intended outcome of this competency is the creation of goodwill, trust, and respect while motivating people to want to follow you even when they dona??t have to.
• Informing and Communicating: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
• Initiative: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
• Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in onea??s intentions and those of the organization.
• Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
None
Travel
Less than 5%
Core Values * Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.

• Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
• Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
• Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
• Promotes a workplace culture based on mutual respect and merit, where all individuals are treated fairly and provided with equal opportunity to contribute to the mission and goals of the institution.
• Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
• Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

Minimum Qualifications * Education: Bachelor degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field required.

• Work Experience: A minimum of three (3) years related Human Resources experience.
• Special Training, Certification or Licensure: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP and/or SHRM-SCP preferred

Salary Range: $77,572.56 - $102,583.71
Benefits
At National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
• Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
• Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
• Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
• Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
• Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.

Anticipated Application Deadline: 2025-12-12

Skills Required