Salary : $76,497.92 - $110,921.98 Annually
Location : Brighton, CO
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 07133
Department: People & Culture Services
Opening Date: 08/13/2025
Closing Date: 8/27/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Our Mission: To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.
EEO: Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Position classification: Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.

What Success Looks Like In This Job
Performs a variety of professional, technical, and analytical work in employee relations, talent development, team building, mediation, performance management, and other areas of human resources. The People and Culture (P&C) Business Partner works closely with departments to implement services, policies, partnerships and programs that support a high-performing and people-centered workforce. This role hinges on collaborative relationships with internal client groups to deliver meaningful HR solutions and partners across all levels of the organization to advance the County's mission and vision. Serves as the primary P&C point of contact for the assigned department or business unit.

Examples of Duties for Success

• Serves as an internal consultant by providing responsible, professional, and technical guidance to assigned client groups, and others as needed, on a range of HR issues including employee relations, disciplinary action, coaching, recruitment, training, organization development and policy development/interpretation.
• Advises business leaders on employee behavior, performance, and policy interpretation; regularly supports leadership in drafting performance plans and disciplinary documentation.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations matters by facilitating open dialogue and applying conflict resolution techniques between managers/supervisors and employees.
• Coaches employees within assigned client groups to strengthen work relationships, enhance productivity, and improve morale.
• Partners with the recruitment team and client groups to support hiring efforts by coaching and training hiring managers, participating in interviews, attending job fairs, and helping implement effective selection strategies.
• Supports the development and implementation of retention strategies; leads, organizes, or contributes to related projects and initiatives.
• Assists with the delivery and facilitation of initiatives such as new hire orientation, course facilitations, employee recognition programs, culture-building activities, organizational effectiveness events, and special projects.
• Contributes to strategic People and Culture Services initiatives, including performance management, process improvement, and operational efficiency efforts.
• Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.
• Administer unemployment claims for client groups including communicating with the vendor and relevant parties to ensure claims are handled appropriately and in the best interest of the county.
• Performs special projects, studies, and tasks as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge of modern People and Culture centric principles and best practices in human resources.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Skilled in navigating diverse employee relations scenarios with empathy and objectivity.
• Knowledge of compensation and benefits principles.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to organize and interpret data.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships across the organization.
• Strong change management capabilities.
• High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Qualifications for Success
Experience:

• Minimum three (3) years of progressive and diversified Human Resources experience, including a minimum of 1 year directly related employee relations experience.
• Labor Relations/Union workforce experience preferred.

Education and Training:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Human Resources Management or a related field preferred.

A combination of education and equivalent work experience may also be considered. We will consider one year of relevant work experience for each year of education (example: four-year degree would be considered four years of experience).

License or Certificate:

• Possession of, or the ability to obtain a valid Colorado Driver's License and insurance within 30 days of employment.
• SPHR/PHR, SHRM CP/SHRM SCP or any other relevant certification desired.

Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check and an MVR.
More Qualifications for Success
This position will require some travel between locations. The locations are all located within Adams County, Colorado. Candidate should have the ability and means to travel as needed for the position.
Adams County complies with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act ("JAFA"). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.
Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

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Benefits You Expect:

• AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
• Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
• Generous Vacation/Sick leave
• Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Plan
• Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Fitness Center
• Employee Health Clinics
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Recreation Center Discounts
• Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Wellness programs
• Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• Yes, I understand but disagree.

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How many years of progressive and diversified Human Resources experience do you possess?

• 1 - 2 Years
• 3 -4 Years
• 5 - 6 Years
• 7+ Years
• None of the above.

03

Please select your highest level of education:

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the Above

04

Do you possess 1 year of directly related employee relations experience?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you currently possess or do you have the ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your personal philosophy on employee relations. How do you intentionally balance accountability with empathy in your work? In what ways does this philosophy shape your approach to building partnerships with leaders, guiding corrective actions, and coaching employees toward success?
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In your view, what is the strategic role of a People & Culture Business Partner within an organization? How do you see this role contributing to both day-to-day operational needs and long-term organizational success?
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What excites you most about this role?
Required Question