Employee Relations, and Risk Management Supervisor

Employment Eligibility

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2026.

Hybrid workplace options are available; the selected applicant must report to the listed office location at least 3 days per week.

The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up‑to‑date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making and protect Colorado communities with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.

We are a values‑driven organization committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect, and we believe in outstanding customer service and an inclusive culture.

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
• Medical and dental health plans.
• Employer‑supplemented Health Savings Account.
• Paid life insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
• Benefit Hub state employee discount program.
• Motivate Me employee wellness program.
• Excellent work‑life programs, such as flexible schedules and training.
• Access to participate in employer‑supported employee affinity spaces.
• RTD Eco Pass Commuter Program.
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Hourly: $43.90 - $55.05.
Biweekly: $3,512.31 - $4,403.94.
Monthly: $7,610.00 - $9,541.87.

The position serves as the first‑level supervisor over all staff and functional areas within the Employee Relations team, including Risk Management, Workers’ Compensation, Ergonomics, FMLA, ADA, Benefits, Safety, and Labor Relations Policy. The role develops agency‑wide goals and objectives to ensure compliance with department policy, state personnel rules, and state and federal laws.

As a strategic partner with the HR Director and HR Leadership, the incumbent develops and/or supervises policy and procedure development for Employee Relations programs, ensuring consistent and equitable application of policies and compliance with state personnel rules and federal laws.

Enforces regulation and policies in the CDLE Equal Opportunity program, establishing and overseeing procedures to ensure compliance with Civil Rights Laws and regulations formulated by the US Department of Labor.

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

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HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST V

Eight (8) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position, including a combination of:
Risk Management/Workers' Compensation, Family Medical Leave Act/FAMLI, Americans with Disabilities Act, Benefits Administration, workplace investigations in conjunction with EEO complaints including Title VII, Colorado Civil Rights Division investigations, Human Resources Policy, and Labor Relations.

OR a combination of related education and/or relevant experience equal to eight (8) years in Human Resources, Risk Management, or a closely related field.

• Supervision experience.
• Experience writing EEO complaint responses to CCRD and EEOC.
• Experience conducting/coordinating threat assessments.
• Demonstrated experience ensuring compliance with employment law protections (WC, ADA, FMLA, FAMLI, etc.).
• Benefits administration for health, dental, and life insurance.
• SHRM or HRCI certification.
• Experience performing similar duties as a State of Colorado classified employee.

• Must be a current resident of Colorado.
• Must pass a thorough background check prior to employment, including the E‑Verify process.

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