Assistant Vice Chancellor HR Partner Services

The Department of Human Resources at The University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for an Assistant Vice Chancellor for HR Partner Services! This role provides strategic leadership and operational direction for the university’s comprehensive human resources business partner function, serving as a key advisor and partner to senior academic and administrative leaders across a highly complex, research-intensive (R1) institution.

The Assistant Vice Chancellor leads a large, campus‑wide team of business partners and HR professionals who deliver consultative support and integrated services to colleges, schools, research centers, and administrative divisions. This role leads and integrates multidisciplinary HR teams to deliver seamless, strategically‑aligned, and client‑centered HR services across the campus. This position works closely with the central campus Department of Human Resources Centers of Excellence (COEs) to ensure that the university’s people strategies—spanning talent management, compensation, employee relations, organizational development, employee engagement, inclusion, and workplace culture—align with institutional priorities and enhance organizational effectiveness.

Operating in a decentralized and matrixed environment, the AVC supports a collaborative approach that advances the university’s mission and fosters a positive, high‑performing, and inclusive community.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Human Resources (HR) contributes leadership, guidance, tools and services to support employees throughout their careers at CU Boulder and to cultivate a culture which upholds the campus’ strongly held values. HR partners with campus in the achievement of the campus vision and strategic imperatives.

• Strategic Leadership & Vision
• Operational Excellence & Service Delivery
• Organizational Development & Talent Management
• Collaborator Engagement & Relationship Management

This position is hybrid. The in‑person schedule will vary each week according to business needs.

The annual hiring range for this full‑time position is $154,700 – $193,300. Some relocation funds are available for eligible candidates.

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well‑being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world‑class outdoor recreation.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university and 8+ years of professional human resources experience OR Master’s/JD degree from an accredited college or university and 6+ years of professional human resources experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a senior management role with HR responsibility within a large, complex organization.
• Experience directly supervising and developing professional HR staff and managers.
• Experience in organizational design, workforce strategy, change management, compensation, and employee relations.
• Experience leading with a data‑driven approach to impact consultation, programmatic and systems continuous improvement.