Faculty Affairs and People Operations Program Manager

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University of Colorado AnschutzDepartment: PsychiatryJob Title: Faculty Affairs and People Operations Program ManagerPosition #00854577: – Requisition #: 41719 Job Summary:

The Department of Psychiatry is looking for a Human Resources Program Manager to oversee faculty affairs, onboarding and offboarding, and people operations.

This position will be responsible for management of promotions including early career review, processes related to new appointments, onboarding, credentialing/recredentialing, faculty reporting, appointment maintenance/updates and faculty databases (e.g., OnBase, Salesforce, Smartsheet, FIMS).

The program manager will supervise at least 3 members of the HR team (FA coordinator, onboarding/offboarding specialist, payroll specialist) and is responsible for ensuring that these systems work together cohesively to provide a strong first experience for faculty and staff within the department, as well as tracking all of the lifecycle pieces for faculty members of the department.

This team sits within the larger Department of Psychiatry Human Resources (HR) Core team and will also be collaborating with the HR recruitment program manager and manager to move other departmental efforts forward to provide excellent customer service to each of the Department’s five divisions.

Key Responsibilities:* Independently oversee and manage annual Promotions Process

• Independently oversee and manage annual Early Career Review Process
• Independently oversee and manage Instructor/Senior Instructor transitions to Assistant Professor process
• Oversee onboarding/offboarding specialist
• Understand and engage in continuous process improvement of onboarding/ offboarding activities
• Oversee payroll specialist
• Understand and engage in continuous process improvement of payroll and HCM transactions
• Understand and engage in continuous process improvement of time and labor transactions and serve as back up
• Other Duties as assigned

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care.

The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year.

Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions.

The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans.

We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family. The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, holidays and more.

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Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:* Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:* Bachelor’s degree in public administration, public policy, business, higher education administration, social sciences, behavioral sciences or a directly related field from an accredited institution

• 4-6 years of professional experience in Human Resources, Faculty Affairs, or recruitment
• An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Preferred Qualifications:* Experience with University of Colorado Faculty Affairs processes

• Experience with University of Colorado FA systems including: PRiSM, FIMS, Salesforce, Interfolio
• Experience with University of Colorado HR systems including HCM
• Experience partnering with senior faculty leadership team members
• Experience with Time and Labor Systems

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:* 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.

• Knowledge of the professional standards, concepts, and practices of recruitment and selection, employee relations, or organizational development and human resource policy.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, including public speaking.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Thorough knowledge of current management and leadership methods and best practices.

How to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):* A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Brandon Fenner, [email protected] Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until November 17, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $68,488-$91,774.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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.

Total Compensation Calculator Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.

ADA Statement

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 [email protected].

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz 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.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively.

In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Application Materials Required

Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of ReferencesJob Category ----------------

: Human ResourcesPrimary Location --------------------

: Hybrid Department: U0001 - Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20278 - SOM-PSYCH GENERAL OPERATIONSSchedule ------------

: Full-timePosting Date ----------------

: Nov 12, 2026Unposting Date ------------------

: Nov 18, 2026, 12:59:00 AM Posting Contact Name: Brandon Fenner Posting Contact Email: [email protected] Position Number: 00854577