Employee Engagement Coordinator - 21378

University of Colorado | CU Denver Auraria Library

Denver, Colorado

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

$49,963.00 to $65,000.00 per Year   Calculate

Location

Denver, CO

Hours

40.00

MLS

Not Specified

Minimum Education

Not Specified

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Academic

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

Senior Professionals are responsible for exercising discretion, analytical skill, 
personal accountability and responsibility in a wide range of areas including 
academic, administrative, managerial and student services functions. Work 
involves creating, integrating, applying and sharing knowledge directly related 
to a professional field. Work is performed fully independently. 
Nature of Work: 
The Auraria Library seeks an imaginative and experienced professional to 
serve as our Employee Engagement Coordinator. The library is a team of 
Employee Engagement 
Coordinator - 21378 
intensely collaborative, forward-thinking colleagues dedicated to providing 
excellent services and resources to our students, faculty, staff, and community 
members in a rapidly evolving information environment. The ideal candidate 
will be able to envision and implement a comprehensive employee 
development program that will support employees from the recruitment 
process through their entire time with the library. 
The Employee Engagement Coordinator will work across the library and in 
collaboration with the administrative team to create a high-quality and 
streamlined interview experience; develop a robust onboarding and offboarding 
strategy that goes beyond orientation and is comprised of a true 
immersive experience that will help new hires feel welcome and handle 
employee departures with diplomacy; collaborate with library staff to establish 
a continually evolving program for professional development, recognition, and 
mentorship; ensure that employees feel valued and supported; and coordinate 
library-wide events/trainings. 
This is a wonderful opportunity for a passionate and dedicated professional to 
create processes and programming from the ground up and assist library 
leadership to create an inclusive culture that supports employees and enables 
them to be successful in their work. Located in downtown Denver, Colorado, 
the Auraria Campus is home to three institutions of higher education – 
University of Colorado Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and 
Community College of Denver – the latter two are Hispanic-Serving 
Institutions. The Auraria Library serves the campus’ over 45,000 students, 
including many first-generation, underrepresented, and non-traditional 
students, and sees more than 750,000 visits a year. Auraria Library is 
committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from 
historically underrepresented candidates. The library seeks candidates who 
embrace a multicultural, diverse, and inclusive workplace, and who strive to 
incorporate those values in their work and interactions. 
Examples of Work Performed: 
Human Resources Business Partner: 
Maintain employee data in HCM. 
Act as a liaison for CU Denver HR and attend meetings and events as 
necessary. 
Act as liaison between employees and administration to answer 
questions or concerns regarding library, campus, and system policies, 
practices, and regulations. 
Establish an informal working group with CU Denver HR representatives 
to stay current on policy changes and develop strong working 
relationships. 
Ensure compliance with CU Denver and CU policies and procedures 
related to personnel. 
Ensure compliance with Federal and State labor laws. 
Member of CU Denver’s HR Council on Diversity and Equity. 
Hiring, On-boarding, and Off-boarding: 
Assist library supervisors with the creation of job descriptions and 
shepherd positions through the approval and posting process in 
collaboration with appropriate CU Denver HR representatives. 
Provide recommendations to library leadership for a diversity-centered 
recruitment and interview process. 
Provide guidance to search committees on required training and best 
practice interview processes Coordinate phone and campus interviews. 
Oversee interview candidate travel logistics. 
Develop a comprehensive employee on-boarding and off-boarding 
process. 
Create and maintain an employee handbook. 
Professional and Organizational Development: 
In collaboration with the library’s administrative team, Communications 
Coordinator, and the Auraria Library Mentorship, Recognition, and 
Training/Teambuilding taskforces, determine and coordinate 
organizational training needs on a regular basis; develop and maintain a 
training calendar; build on existing efforts for a recognition program that 
allows for both formal and informal opportunities; respond to library 
needs for a mentorship program; and coordinate both the development 
and the logistics of this model 
Offer library-wide workshops on additional topics including, but not 
limited to, best practices in hiring, recruitment, and supervision 
Coordinate external training opportunities with CU Denver HR and other 
appropriate campus or local groups 
Employee Relations: 
Conduct stay interviews, climate studies, and other similar employee 
retention studies. 
Gather employment statistics and data to help the Director and 
Associate Directors make decisions regarding employee support and 
engagement. 
Guide supervisors and employees through disciplinary processes. 
Assist employees with conflict resolution in collaboration with CU Denver 
HR and other appropriate campus partners. 
Assist the Director and Associate Directors in the coordination of the 
annual evaluation process by developing an evaluation calendar per 
campus guidelines; organizing employee materials; and ensuring they 
are properly processed by CU Denver HR. 
Event/training coordination: 
In collaboration with the library’s Communications Coordinator, Building 
Operations Coordinator and Budget and Finance Manager, establish 
guidelines for hosting events 
Create a workflow for organizing both internal and external libraryrelated 
events and trainings such as staff appreciation, showcases, etc. 
Maintain and coordinate a yearly calendar of activities and ensure fiscal 
stewardship of funding for these initiatives 
Other: 
Perform other duties as assigned. 
Salary and Benefits: 
The hiring range for this position has been established at $49,963 - $65,000. 
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety 
of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, 
specialty and training. 
The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable 
estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. 
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. 
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The 
University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement 
contributions that add to your bottom line. 
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits 
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125 
Qualifications 
Minimum Qualifications: 
A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development 
or directly related field from an accredited institution. Substitution: A 
combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional 
experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for 
year basis, but not for the specific years of experience. 
Two (2) years of professional level HR experience. 
*Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. 
Preferred Qualifications: 
Master's or higher degree in Human Resources, Organizational 
Development or related fields. 
Higher education and/or library experience. 
Experience coordinating employee training programs. 
Experience developing, verifying, and maintaining documentation 
relating to HR activities such as staffing, training, and performance 
evaluations. 
Experience guiding employee recruitment, retention and relation 
activities. 
Experience using Concur, Taleo, HCM and/or other similar systems. 
Experience with Microsoft Office Products including Excel, Word and 
Outlook. 
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 
Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate a broad range of 
laws, rules, and regulations in order to exercise good judgment in 
applying them to human resource challenges. 
Demonstrated experience with professional standards, concepts, and 
practices of recruitment and selection, employee relations, or 
organizational development and human resource policy. 
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and 
orally, including public speaking. 
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working 
relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution. 
Demonstrated commitment and ability to advance diversity and 
inclusion. 
Demonstrated ability to promote a positive work environment and lead 
by example 
Demonstrated knowledge of current management and leadership 
methods and best practices. 
Diversity and Equity: 
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with 
disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an 
accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please 
contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at 
hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu. 
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed 
to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative 
staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, 
communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, 
ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of 
Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. 
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated 
to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and 
visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background 
investigations for all prospective employees. 
Special Instructions to Applicants: Required Application 
Materials: To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cucareers 
and attach: 1. A letter of application which 
specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines 
qualifications 2. A current CV/resume 3. List of five 
professional references (we will notify you prior to 
contacting both on and off-list references) Questions 
should be directed to: Crystal Bustillos, 
Crystal.Bustillos@ucdenver.edu 
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, 
Resume/CV, List of References 
Application Materials Instructions: Application Deadline: 
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at 
www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Applications will be accepted until 
finalists are identified, but preference will be given to 
complete applications received by June 14, 2021. Those 
who do not apply by this date may or may not be 
considered. 
Job Category Human Resources 
Primary Location Denver 
Department: U0001 -- DENVER & ANSCHUTZ MED 
CAMPUS - 30124 - LIB LIBRARY 
Schedule Full-time 
Posting Date May 19, 2021, 1:48:23 PM 
Unposting Date Ongoing

Benefits & Additional Compensation Info

Salary and Benefits: 
The hiring range for this position has been established at $49,963 - $65,000. 
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety 
of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, 
specialty and training. 
The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable 
estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. 
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. 
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The 
University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement 
contributions that add to your bottom line. 
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits 
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Additional Info & Requirements

Special Instructions to Applicants: Required Application 
Materials: To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cucareers 
and attach: 1. A letter of application which 
specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines 
qualifications 2. A current CV/resume 3. List of five 
professional references (we will notify you prior to 
contacting both on and off-list references) Questions 
should be directed to: Crystal Bustillos, 
Crystal.Bustillos@ucdenver.edu

The Community

The University of Colorado Denver seeks individuals with demonstrated 
commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We 
value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse 
backgrounds. 
The Auraria Library has an opening for a full time University Staff 
(unclassified) Employee Engagement Coordinator position. 
Located in downtown Denver, Colorado, the Auraria Campus is home to three 
institutions of higher education – University of Colorado Denver, Metropolitan 
State University of Denver, and Community College of Denver – the latter two 
are Hispanic-Serving Institutions. The Auraria Library serves the campus’ over 
45,000 students, including many first-generation, underrepresented, and nontraditional 
students, and sees more than 750,000 visits a year. Auraria Library 
is committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from 
historically underrepresented candidates. The library seeks candidates who 
embrace a multicultural, diverse, and inclusive workplace, and who strive to 
incorporate those values in their work and interactions. 
Jobs in this career family provide the management of human capital. 
Functions include providing advice and guidance to managers and 
employees, and performing functions including strategic planning and 
analysis, compliance with policies and laws, employment and compensation, 
job evaluation, performance and leave management, employee 
training/development, reward and recognition, employee relations, affirmative 
action, benefits, employee records/information, and payroll.

Posted Jun 28, 2021