Job Description

Requisition Number:


68631
Location:


Boulder, Colorado
City


Boulder
State


Colorado
Employment Type:


Temporary Staff
Schedule:


Full-Time
Posting Close Date:


18-Nov-2025
Date Posted:


12-Nov-2025

Job Summary

The

Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES)

at the University of Colorado Boulder encourages applications for a

Temporary HR Generalist!

This role will be responsible for delivering HR support for multiple employee groups within the unit (hourly student employees, working retirees, temporary staff, temporary research faculty). This position will ensure excellent customer service to CIRES employees, CIRES Administration, and other business partners within the university. The position may collaborate regularly with CIRES Finance and other CIRES Administration units to support our staff, faculty, and students.



CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

CIRES

is an internationally recognized leader in innovative environmental science and research and is located at the University of Colorado Boulder. At CIRES, more than 950 environmental science professionals work to understand the dynamic Earth system, including people's relationship with the planet. CIRES has partnered with NOAA since 1967, and our areas of expertise include weather and climate, changes at Earth's poles, air quality and atmospheric chemistry, water resources, solid Earth sciences, and more. Our vision is to be instrumental in ensuring a sustainable future environment by advancing scientific and societal understanding of the Earth system.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

HR Administration

Coordinate various human resource procedures for all personnel classifications (staff, faculty, students) and maintain appropriate records. Accurately answer employee questions on a variety of HR-related topics and address employee concerns in a timely manner. Maintain employee records by entering accurate data into the HRMS, which includes new hire paperwork, salary and funding information changes, terminations, supervisor changes, and verifying changes are applied accurately. Co-manage CIRES' employee database to include balancing/validating data entry to ensure data integrity and supporting routine reporting requests, as needed.
Recruitment and Hiring
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Assist with the administrative processes for hiring the following employment groups: hourly student employees, temporary employees, and working retirees. Work with the appropriate campus offices, such as Research Faculty HR and CU Talent Acquisition, to advertise and recruit for these types of positions. Enter hourly student hires into the Peoplesoft Human Capital Management (HCM) system, and provide them with instructions for new hire tasks (submitting their I-9, entering direct deposit/W4 information, submitting timesheets, navigating the employee portal, etc.)
Various Payroll and HR Data Management Duties

Process moving expense reimbursements for new Research Faculty/University Staff hires. Enter pay rate changes for hourly student employees. Process award payments and Additional Pay for work beyond normal duties (for all employee types). Maintain compliance with the federal, state, and local laws and partners with the applicable University departments when needed. Support of ad hoc HR projects.

What You Should Know

This position is a temporary, hybrid role that requires a minimum of two days onsite per week with Tuesday being one of them. Hybrid work arrangements will follow current CIRES and university guidance and policies. We anticipate this role working 30-40 hours per week depending on team needs.


We anticipate this to be a 7-month position, with the possibility of extending to 12 months. Anticipated dates of the position are around February 2026 through August 2026.

What We Can Offer

The hourly salary range for this position is $27.98 - $35.00 per hour.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

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What We Require

At least a bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute. At least 1+ years of professional, job related experience.

What You Will Need

Excellent customer service, communication, and collaboration skills. Good judgment and problem-solving skills with a high level of professionalism and discretion. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, with a variety of professionals, administrators, and students. Full proficiency with standard business software and computer systems (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Google Suite products). Ability to take ownership of projects, meet tight deadlines/turnaround times, and complete multiple tasks simultaneously.

What We Would Like You to Have

Previous experience providing HR support within a large complex organization, preferably in a university or research setting. Previous experience using a Human Resources Management System (HRMS), such as PeopleSoft HCM.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:


A current resume. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.


Please apply by

November 18, 2025

, for consideration.


Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.



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Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name:

Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email:

Recruiting@colorado.edu