Chief Human Resources Officer

The City of Boulder is excited to announce that we are recruiting a Chief Human Resources Officer!

The Position

The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) plans, directs, and manages the Human Resources Department and provides leadership and vision to the organization. The CHRO is a key member of the City’s leadership team and coordinates regularly with the City Manager and Deputy City Manager to strategically plan, especially with respect to high priority and high-profile Council and internal initiatives. The CHRO assists in the development of City strategy and long-term plans, consulting with and advising executive leadership on sensitive personnel-related matters.

The CHRO successfully leads, develops, and manages staff through servant leadership. They set bold performance goals, engage staff, and shape the culture of the entire department. The Officer promotes inclusion and belonging while developing positive working relationships with internal and external colleagues. The CHRO maintains positive relationships with the City’s labor unions and leads the City’s labor negotiation process, including but not limited to the development of management strategy, participation in negotiations, hiring outside counsel or experts to assist the process, and analysis of proposals presented by collective bargaining units. 

The CHRO embraces operational excellence and is excited to lead the department through change and transformation. They will quickly understand the values of Boulder and embrace working in a community and organization accustomed to high-quality services. With empathy, compassion, and courage, the CHRO sets the tone for the department and brings a sense of calm and stability while still allowing for the flexibility and adaptability to execute the six strategic priority areas through a multi-year strategy. 

The CHRO encourages internal connectivity between teams in the department. A natural convener and collaborator, the CHRO recognizes the importance of relationships and partnerships at all levels. With strong emotional intelligence, the successful candidate values cultural and thought diversity and believes in fostering mutual respect at all levels. The CHRO also has a reputation for implementing numerous process and system improvements that result in greater efficiencies, enhanced capacities, and improved service delivery. With a successful background in public sector HR, the CHRO genuinely encourages and supports collaboration and employs a leadership style that invites participation and gathers input but, at the end of the day, is decisive and results-oriented. 

For more information, check out the brochure and apply here. 

Qualifications:

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. If you have transferable experience, please tell us about it!

At least ten years of demonstrated progressively responsible leadership and management experience in human resource management, including the public sector. Broad experience in the various disciplines of human resources, including experience with collective bargaining units, compensation and benefits, payroll/human resources information systems, alternative dispute resolution techniques, and risk management/workers compensation, is required. A combination of both public and private sector experience is desired. 

Knowledge of best practices and an ethos of continuous learning is highly desired. Proven business savvy, cultural competence, political understanding, and sensitivity with the ability to think ahead, anticipate issues, and proactively develop response plans are essential. 

A master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in a relevant field such as human resource management, business, or public administration with an emphasis in HR is required. A PHR or SPHR certification or the ability to obtain within a reasonable period is desired.

Compensation and Benefits:

The hiring range for the Chief Human Resources Officer is $159,300 to $194,600 and will depend on the qualifications of the successful candidate. The City of Boulder is a progressive organization that values employee engagement and well-being. The City recognizes the importance of providing an encompassing health and life benefits program to employees, including hybrid work, flex schedules, telehealth and wellness Incentives, Infants and Dogs at Work Program, and an Employee Discount Program on goods and services throughout the Boulder Community. Additional information can be viewed here.

How to Apply:

Applications will be accepted electronically by Raftelis at raftelis.hire.trakstar.com. Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. Open until filled with the first review of applications on April 11, 2022. Please see the announcement on our external website for more information. 

The City of Boulder provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

Salary : $159,300 - $194,600