Human Resources and Talent Manager

Location: Commerce City, Colorado

Schedule: Year-Round, In-Person, On-Site

Salary Range: $55,000–$75,000 annually

Start Date: Immediate or upon availability

Position Overview

Community Leadership Academy (CLA) is seeking a skilled and mission-driven, on site, Human Resources and Talent Manager to support and strengthen its two-campus public charter school network, with proven ability to initiate and execute the duties of a sole contributor. This year-round position plays a vital role in recruitment, on-boarding, employee relations, benefits coordination, and cultivating a healthy, inclusive workplace culture. With approximately 100 employees, the HR and Talent Manager ensures that people systems are efficient, compliant, and aligned to the school’s mission and values.

Key Responsibilities:



Talent Acquisition and Hiring

• Manage recruitment and hiring processes, including job postings, candidate outreach, interviews, and offer letters


• Collaborate with school leaders to ensure timely staffing aligned with school needs and organizational values


• Maintain accurate job descriptions and oversee applicant tracking systems


• Build and maintain recruitment pipelines through partnerships with colleges, universities, and educator preparation programs


• Represent the school at job fairs, college recruitment events, and educator expos to strengthen visibility and attract top talent

Employee On-boarding and Engagement

• Lead new hire on-boarding and orientation to ensure strong starts for all staff


• Coordinate background checks, documentation, and compliance steps for new employees


• Foster a positive, inclusive culture through staff events, communication, and engagement efforts


• Collaborate with supervisors to ensure new hires receive mentorship and feedback for success in their first year

Employee Support and Relations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and HR-related needs


• Provide guidance on policies and practices with professionalism and clarity


• Support morale, conflict resolution, and collaborative problem-solving when issues arise


• Build trust and strong relationships across departments to identify challenges early and strengthen workplace belonging


• Partner with leadership to enhance wellness initiatives, professional goal-setting, and communication systems

Benefits Coordination and Compliance

• Coordinate benefits enrollment and serve as liaison with benefit providers


• Track and monitor leave usage (PTO, FMLA, COBRA, and Workers’ Compensation) and ensure accurate documentation


• Maintain secure and compliant employee records and support audits or required reporting


• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and charter school regulations

HR Operations and Systems

• Maintain and update HR forms, policies, and employee handbooks


• Use the Paycom platform daily to manage employee records, benefits, payroll, and reporting functions


• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy across HR systems