City and County of Denver
Deputy Director of the Office of Human Resources
City and County of Denver, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
About Our Job
With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. What We Offer
The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $210,000 - $240,000/year, based on experience and education. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to: A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service 457B Retirement Plan 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date The City and County of Denver has announced furlough days, or unpaid days off, for most employees to meet a budget shortfall in 2025. There are two fixed furlough days for all limited (temporary positions with an end date) and unlimited (permanent) employees on August 29th, the Friday before Labor Day, and November 28th, the day after Thanksgiving. If you receive an offer for this position, your annual pay will determine whether you are required to take additional furlough days. Details will be discussed during the offer process for selected candidate(s). Location
The City and County of Denver utilizes a hybrid model workplace that balances the responsibilities of public service with the benefits of a flexible work environment. Employees work where needed, at a city site and/or in the field several days a week and telecommute remotely at a designated workplace within the State of Colorado the remaining days. Who We Are and What You’ll Do
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) provides essential services and support to the 10,000 employees and more than 40 agencies that make up the City and County of Denver. OHR touches every City department and supports every employee, from the moment they file a job application, to the day they retire, and everything in between. OHR is looking for a Deputy Director for the Office of Human Resources (OHR) to provide citywide strategic direction and execution of HR planning and design to align with overall OHR, workforce and city goals. We seek a proven leader with a client service focus to direct how the agency meets goals and delivers on strategic priorities. Reporting to the Executive Director of OHR, you will initiate and lead HR practices and objectives that will emphasize equity, diversity and inclusion, employee empowerment, program quality, enhanced service delivery, and the continuing transition to a high-performance culture. Specifically as the Deputy Director of OHR you will: Provide forward thinking and innovative human resources leadership:
Build a cohesive strategic plan across HR functional areas, implement and maintain effective HR processes, lead organizational climate and culture initiatives and manage HR strategies, systems, and metrics to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement. Translate strategy into action:
Critically assess challenges, including short-notice issues, and identify flexible, effective solutions across all HR disciplines. Lead through growth and change:
Lead change management initiatives in a complex environment with diverse jobs, agencies and industries, leveraging experience in large organizations to ensure effective changes that consider all levels. Champion your people:
Lead a team of HR Directors, support staff development, and advocate for internal stakeholders to maximize impact on citywide goals. Model cross-cultural agility.
Demonstrate authentic self-reflection, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence to shape a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Motivate and influence others to act.
Influence leaders and staff at all levels and provide cross-functional advice and recommendations. Authentically collaborate with stakeholders.
Build trusting relationships with internal and external professionals to advance OHR goals. What You’ll Bring
We value diversity and seek candidates who cultivate strong relationships and push themselves and the team to the next level. Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics: Deep expertise in multiple human resources disciplines with experience leading at least two HR functions and leading on organizational climate and culture initiatives Experience managing staff and developing a high-performing HR team Experience leading HR in a large, complex environment of 1000+ employees Ability to lead HR change initiatives across multiple industries in a complex matrix organization Deep expertise in organizational change management and strategic HR practices Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills with staff at all levels Ability to overcome barriers and meet goals in a fast-paced environment Ability to critically assess challenges and identify flexible, effective solutions Comfort with reviewing data and using it to drive decisions Professional HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) are a plus Minimum Qualifications
Education requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field based on a specific position(s). Experience Requirement: Twelve (12) years of professional level human resources experience including five (5) years managing a human resources function. Education/Experience Equivalency: Two (2) years of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements. Application Deadline
This position is expected to stay open until October 27th. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than October 27th at 11:59 p.m. MST. About Everything Else
Job Profile
CH2984 Deputy Director Office of Human Resources To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here. Position Type
Unlimited Position Salary Range
$153,696.00 - $261,283.00 Target Pay
$210,000.00 - $240,000.00/year, based on experience and education Agency
Office of Human Resources Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor. The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. It is your right to access language assistance and accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days’ notice. Applicants for employment must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment in the U.S. For information about right to work, see the provided resources.
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With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. What We Offer
The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $210,000 - $240,000/year, based on experience and education. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to: A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service 457B Retirement Plan 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date The City and County of Denver has announced furlough days, or unpaid days off, for most employees to meet a budget shortfall in 2025. There are two fixed furlough days for all limited (temporary positions with an end date) and unlimited (permanent) employees on August 29th, the Friday before Labor Day, and November 28th, the day after Thanksgiving. If you receive an offer for this position, your annual pay will determine whether you are required to take additional furlough days. Details will be discussed during the offer process for selected candidate(s). Location
The City and County of Denver utilizes a hybrid model workplace that balances the responsibilities of public service with the benefits of a flexible work environment. Employees work where needed, at a city site and/or in the field several days a week and telecommute remotely at a designated workplace within the State of Colorado the remaining days. Who We Are and What You’ll Do
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) provides essential services and support to the 10,000 employees and more than 40 agencies that make up the City and County of Denver. OHR touches every City department and supports every employee, from the moment they file a job application, to the day they retire, and everything in between. OHR is looking for a Deputy Director for the Office of Human Resources (OHR) to provide citywide strategic direction and execution of HR planning and design to align with overall OHR, workforce and city goals. We seek a proven leader with a client service focus to direct how the agency meets goals and delivers on strategic priorities. Reporting to the Executive Director of OHR, you will initiate and lead HR practices and objectives that will emphasize equity, diversity and inclusion, employee empowerment, program quality, enhanced service delivery, and the continuing transition to a high-performance culture. Specifically as the Deputy Director of OHR you will: Provide forward thinking and innovative human resources leadership:
Build a cohesive strategic plan across HR functional areas, implement and maintain effective HR processes, lead organizational climate and culture initiatives and manage HR strategies, systems, and metrics to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement. Translate strategy into action:
Critically assess challenges, including short-notice issues, and identify flexible, effective solutions across all HR disciplines. Lead through growth and change:
Lead change management initiatives in a complex environment with diverse jobs, agencies and industries, leveraging experience in large organizations to ensure effective changes that consider all levels. Champion your people:
Lead a team of HR Directors, support staff development, and advocate for internal stakeholders to maximize impact on citywide goals. Model cross-cultural agility.
Demonstrate authentic self-reflection, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence to shape a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Motivate and influence others to act.
Influence leaders and staff at all levels and provide cross-functional advice and recommendations. Authentically collaborate with stakeholders.
Build trusting relationships with internal and external professionals to advance OHR goals. What You’ll Bring
We value diversity and seek candidates who cultivate strong relationships and push themselves and the team to the next level. Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics: Deep expertise in multiple human resources disciplines with experience leading at least two HR functions and leading on organizational climate and culture initiatives Experience managing staff and developing a high-performing HR team Experience leading HR in a large, complex environment of 1000+ employees Ability to lead HR change initiatives across multiple industries in a complex matrix organization Deep expertise in organizational change management and strategic HR practices Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills with staff at all levels Ability to overcome barriers and meet goals in a fast-paced environment Ability to critically assess challenges and identify flexible, effective solutions Comfort with reviewing data and using it to drive decisions Professional HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) are a plus Minimum Qualifications
Education requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field based on a specific position(s). Experience Requirement: Twelve (12) years of professional level human resources experience including five (5) years managing a human resources function. Education/Experience Equivalency: Two (2) years of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements. Application Deadline
This position is expected to stay open until October 27th. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than October 27th at 11:59 p.m. MST. About Everything Else
Job Profile
CH2984 Deputy Director Office of Human Resources To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here. Position Type
Unlimited Position Salary Range
$153,696.00 - $261,283.00 Target Pay
$210,000.00 - $240,000.00/year, based on experience and education Agency
Office of Human Resources Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor. The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. It is your right to access language assistance and accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days’ notice. Applicants for employment must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment in the U.S. For information about right to work, see the provided resources.
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