Human Resources Manager

Scholars Unlimited is looking for a dynamic individual who has strong Human Resources skills, passion for our mission, and ability to work collaboratively with our team. This position is ideal for someone who is flexible and has high standards for employee relations, onboarding and offboarding employees, benefit management, and administrating and creating policies and procedures. We are seeking someone who is personable and has the willingness to be a part of a team that is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion.

THE ORGANIZATION

Scholars Unlimited is a non-profit organization that provides high-quality, comprehensive after school and summer learning programs to elementary school children in metro Denver. Our organizational vision is an unwavering commitment to empower students to achieve academic and personal success. Our mission is to foster academic, social, and emotional growth for children living in systematically underserved communities around metro Denver. Our vision, values and mission are built on the foundation of our belief in every child’s potential, the belief in cultivating life-long learners, and the belief in the power of every child, family, and community. We collaborate with school districts and generally provide our programs in the schools our students attend. Currently, our programs are offered in Denver, Aurora, Sheridan, and Westminster public schools.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

At Scholars Unlimited we value equity, belongingness, community, and joy. We refuse to tolerate racism, or injustice. We take our duty to teach, learn and build very seriously. Our community strives to challenge oppressive structures and keep one another accountable. We believe that every individual in our community deserves to learn and work in a safe setting that allows them to be their full self to their role. We know that even with the best intentions, racism, classism, bias and other kinds of oppression in our classrooms and communities may perpetuate unless we take conscious action to disrupt and put an end to those things. We are changemakers, we are the next generation of thought leaders that will make a difference in our communities and in the world for the greater good. We are committed to keeping up with the latest DEI best practices and to educating our team members, so they are best prepared to uphold our high standards for the Scholars Unlimited community.

SCHOLARS UNLIMITED OFFERS

• Summer Scholars – full day summer programming
• Ready Scholars – full day summer programming for rising kindergarteners
• Next Generation City Builders – STEM focused enrichment programming
• Scholars After School – after school programming

THE POSITION FUNCTION

In partnership with the President, the Human Resources Manager leads all aspects of the Human Resources Department for Scholars Unlimited. As part of the leadership team, the HR Manager participates in setting policies and procedures, assisting with employee relations, leading health and wellness initiatives, and manages all aspects of onboarding and off boarding employees.

Human Resources touches every aspect of our organization, and we are seeking someone who can juggle varied responsibilities while keeping employees happy and healthy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Employee Relations

• Use a seamless approach to onboard and offboard all employees, utilizing our HRIS system. This includes tracking background checks and making sure all licensing paperwork is complete.
• Work with staff to resolve conflicts through positive and professional mediation.
• Always maintain workplace and employee privacy.
• Investigate workplace complaints in a timely manner.
• Handle all workman’s compensation claims as well as process paperwork for any disability claims.
• Full life cycle recruiting for all salaried positions, including market research to make sure salaries are in alignment with industry standards.
• Oversee annual performance reviews and goals.

Benefit Administration

• Negotiate and work with Benefit Broker to establish attractive benefit plans for employees.
• Coordinate with Finance team for benefit budget and propose recommendations.
• Hold an annual open enrollment meeting, answering questions and presenting plan options to staff.
• Enroll and terminate employees per carrier guidelines throughout open enrollment and during the year.
• Facilitate employee wellness initiatives.

Policies and Procedures

• Work with organizational leaders to develop policies and procedures.
• Ensure policy awareness by working with all teams to promote understanding.
• Manage the performance review process from start to finish, providing support to staff and managers.

Administrative Duties

• Create digital folders to provide state licensing personnel with required forms and documents.
• Acting as a liaison with accounting to make sure payroll changes are inputted and all staff are paid correctly.
• Provide employment verifications and letters as needed.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Member of the President’s Cabinet to help set organizational initiatives and provide updates on HR related issues.
• Provide insight to the board as needed.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

Experience:

Five (5) years of experience in a Human resources management role.

Education:

An undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience required.

COMPETENCIES AND ATTRIBUTES

• A passionate commitment to Scholars Unlimited’s mission and students.
• Ability to ensure health and wellness to a diverse group of people,
• Solid communication skills, including public speaking, interpersonal, and written communications.
• Demonstrated track record of successful policy making.
• Ability to recognize and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Able to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work with diverse personalities.
• Sense of humor.

Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

Scholars Unlimited offers a competitive financial package with a generous PTO policy, including paid holiday time off between December 25th and January 1st. Two mental health and wellness days are awarded per year as well. Employees can choose between three comprehensive health plans, along with dental and vision coverage. The organization offers an allowance per month to cover plan premiums. Short term and Long term disability are covered 100 percent by the organization as well as Life Insurance. This is a HYBRID position. Employees are expected to be in the office 2-3 days a week, subject to arrangements made with the President. We are looking for stars who share our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, along with our passion for our students.

ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE

• We are a group of individuals invested in the success of our students.
• We are committed to DEI best practices.
• We believe trust among team members is essential.
• We encourage all team members to be curious.
• We are a high energy team.
• Our office is centrally located.
• We love your individuality and want to see you shine.
• Respect among team members is essential and non-negotiable.