HR Assistant

HR Assistant

City Light & Power, Inc. (CLP) seeks a Human Resources Assistant in its Denver location.

CLP is an innovative, reliable private Utility Development Leader supporting federal government, military institutions, municipalities and major utilities nationwide with financing, design, engineering, construction, and ongoing operations and maintenance for electrical transmission and distribution systems.

• Perform administrative tasks to support the daily operations of the HR department.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation.
• Answer frequently asked questions from applicants and employees regarding policies, benefits, and hiring processes.
• Ensure integrity and confidentiality of HR files and records.
• Conduct periodic audits of HR files to ensure compliance and completeness.
• Provide clerical support, including preparing correspondence, scheduling interviews/meetings, and managing calendars.
• Assist with payroll functions, including processing, resolving errors, and responding to employee inquiries.
• Support recruitment efforts by posting job openings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and coordinating communication with candidates.
• Administer pre‑employment screenings (background check, drug test, references, DOT clearinghouse).
• Conduct or assist with new hire orientation and onboarding activities.
• Help administer employee benefits programs and respond to related inquiries.
• Prepare HR reports and assist with compliance documentation (EEO, I‑9, etc.).
• Coordinate employee engagement activities and events.
• Assist with performance review processes and training coordination.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of HR or administrative experience; recruiting experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Excel skills (formulas, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• HRIS systems experience a plus.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving skills.

• Project coordination experience for HR initiatives.
• Experience with Deltek CostPoint or similar HRIS systems.
• Recruiting experience and familiarity with ATS platforms.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations in multiple states.
• Experience with payroll processing or benefits administration.
• Experience in a fast‑paced or multi‑location environment.

You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

• Hourly pay rate range: $24.00–$28.84 per hour based on experience, plus eligible for Short Term Incentive Plan.
• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

Visit the CLP website:

We are proud to be an EEO/A employer M/F/Disabled/Veterans. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. City Light & Power is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

The EEO is the Law poster is available here and the supplemental poster can be found here. CLP ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources at 720‑305‑0400. CLP abides by Executive Order 13665.

The Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision poster is available here. To comply with federal law, CLP participates in E‑Verify, an electronic program through which employers confirm the employment eligibility of their employees after hire. The E‑Verify poster is available here. CLP is a drug free workplace.