HR Generalist Jobs in Colorado

A Human Resources (HR) Generalist is a professional who manages the day-to-day operations of human resource functions and duties. They carry a wide range of responsibilities, including recruitment and selection, onboarding new hires, providing training and development opportunities, managing compensation and benefits, ensuring legal compliance, and handling employee relations matters. They also play a crucial role in developing and implementing HR policies and systems that align with the company's strategy. They act as a bridge between management and employees, ensuring smooth communication and promptly addressing demands, grievances or other issues.

Key skills needed for an HR Generalist include strong interpersonal and communication skills, problem-solving abilities, decision-making skills, and proficiency in HRIS and related software. Professional certifications such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) are valuable additions to their profile. Prior to becoming an HR Generalist, individuals often gain experience in roles such as HR Assistant, HR Coordinator, or Recruitment Specialist. These roles allow them to understand the functioning of a HR department and develop necessary skills before moving into a Generalist position.

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HR Specialist

  • Icon Information Consultants
  • Denver, CO
  • moments ago
  • Denver, CO
  • moments ago

Analyze employee relations trends, case data, and HR metrics to identify risks and recommend proactive solutions Support and participate in global HR process improvement initiatives focused on scalability...

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Human Resources Officer

  • U.S. Mint
  • Denver, CO
  • 2 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 2 hours ago

This position is located at US Mint, Financial Directorate - Human Capital Division. As a Human Resources Officer, you will administer a comprehensive personnel management program to include wage...

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Human Resources Generalist

  • Spectrum
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 8 hours ago

Promote equity, fair treatment, and positive employee relations and ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws....

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CDOC - Human Resources Specialist III - Culture

  • State of Colorado
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 16 hours ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 16 hours ago

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Employee Relations...

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Supervisory HR Specialist (Division Director of the HR Data, Technology, and Insights Division)

  • Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer
  • Denver, CO
  • 16 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 16 hours ago

This position is located in the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer. You must meet the following requirements within 30 days of the closing date...

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Fall 2026 Human Resources Intern- Supply Chain

  • Kroger
  • Aurora, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 1 day ago

The Kroger Fall Internship Program is a 12 week immersive experience that offers students an opportunity to grow their careers through a variety of focused internship assignments. Rotation dates:...

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Human Resources Generalist

  • Aston Carter
  • Englewood, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 3 days ago

You will work as part of a close-knit HR team of five, including an HR director, this HR Generalist role, a team member going on leave, and two contract recruiters....

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Human Resources Intern - unpaid

  • Jewish Family Service of Colorado
  • Denver, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 4 days ago

The intern for Human Resources will work closely with the HR Generalist....

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People Operations Coordinator

  • MGA Homecare
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 4 days ago

Maintains Human Resources Information System records. Works on day-to-day employee issues and enforces organization policies and practices....

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HR Generalist, Office of SMD Operations

  • FTI Consulting, Inc.
  • Denver, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 4 days ago

About The Role The HR Generalist, Global SMD Operations, is responsible for the day-to-day operational success of the SMD Office....

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Compensation Specialist - Human Resources Specialist III

  • State of Colorado
  • Denver, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 4 days ago

laws (e.g., Equal Pay for Equal Work, FLSA, ERISA, EEO)....

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Human Resources (HR) Generalist NISSC II - COS

  • Amentum
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago

Must have knowledge of HR Laws and disciplines including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, performance management, federal and state employment laws....

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Supervisory HR Specialist (Division Director for Strategic Planning, Compliance, & Policy)

  • Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer
  • Denver, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 5 days ago

This position is located in the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer. You must meet the following requirements within 30 days of the closing date...

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Student Recruiting Coordinator (HR Specialist I)

  • State of Colorado
  • Golden, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Golden, CO
  • 6 days ago

Generalist roles HR Operations or Systems (Workday) Higher Education HR Work Environment Full-time, MondayFriday, standard business hours Located in Golden, Colorado Collaborative, customer-focused...

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HR Operations Specialist

  • LivaNova
  • Arvada, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Arvada, CO
  • 6 days ago

As a global medtech company, we are driven by our Vision of changing the trajectory of lives for a new day and our Mission to create ingenious solutions that ignite patient turnarounds. Our...

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HR Generalist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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HR Fundamentals
HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
WISDOM - Tomorrow’s Doctor, Today: Supporting Today’s Expert Generalist GP
General Practitioner (GP) roles are changing and so is the scope of professional skills needed for clinical practice. Healthcare professionals are more often confronted with complex problems,...
Strategic HR Management
This course is about both the design and execution of human resource management strategies. This course has two central themes: (1) How to think systematically and strategically about aspects of...

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Salary for HR Generalist Jobs in Colorado

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.


Highest Education Level

HR Generalists in Colorado offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.5%
Master's Degree
28.7%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Generalists in Colorado
4-6 years
50.9%
1-2 years
30.0%
2-4 years
7.8%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
6-8 years
4.6%
None
1.6%
10+ years
0.5%



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