HR Specialist Specialist or HR Generalist

Chaffee County Government serves nearly 20,000 residents in Chaffee County, Colorado, providing essential public services and stewardship of local resources. Located in the upper Arkansas River Valley in the central Rocky Mountains, the County offers a distinctive blend of agricultural heritage and thriving outdoor recreation opportunities.

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Chaffee County is recruiting for one Human Resources position, which may be filled at the HR Specialist or HR Generalist level based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and demonstrated experience. Candidates who meet the HR Generalist minimum qualifications, including experience independently administering employee leaves of absence, interpreting and applying employment policies, and providing guidance to employees and supervisors on HR processes, may be considered for placement at the Generalist level, which carries greater responsibility and independence.

The HR Specialist coordinates and administers HR programs and services across the employee life cycle, from recruitment and onboarding through ongoing employment and separation. The position also provides payroll support and assists with accounting tasks. As part of a small HR department, the HR Specialist responds to employee and supervisor inquiries, adapts to changing priorities throughout the day, and keeps recurring deadlines and projects on track. 

The HR Generalist performs the core duties of the HR Specialist with greater responsibility and independence, including administering employee leaves of absence, interpreting and applying County policies, and providing guidance to employees and supervisors on HR processes and procedures. 

The HR Specialist is a full-time hourly position with a wage range of $26.02 to $32.53, DOQ. The HR Generalist is a full time hourly position with a wage range of $28.62 to $35.78, DOQ. Benefits include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Flexible Spending Account options and HDHP health savings account option with County contribution, paid sick, vacation and personal leave, holidays and “birthday holiday”, EAP, retirement plan with county contribution and wellness program incentives.

Visit www.chaffeecounty.org to view the full job descriptions and to obtain an employment application. To apply, send a completed employment application, resume, and letter of interest to careers@chaffeecounty.org. Applications accepted until October 23, 2026. EOE.