Human Resources Generalist

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare—we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we offer comprehensive services - including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach—across our 13 clinics in the Denver Metro area.

With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives - including your own, STRIDE is the place for you.

Your role:

General Purpose: Maintain a positive work culture and ensure compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations including employment laws. The Human Resources Generalist will provide support in a multitude of HR areas, including but not limited to: Recruiting, Onboarding, Benefit and FMLA Administration, HRIS administration, trainings, credentialing and privileging, audit, report, and survey preparation and submission, employee relations, and Worker’s Compensation/Safety. This position will report directly to the HR Associate Director. 

This is a hybrid position. Must reside in or be planning to relocate to Colorado by time of hire 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assists the Human Resources Department with any and all areas of need, which will change from time to time due to business needs and available resources. 
• Supports Human Resource Business Partners and Total Rewards Specialist with variety of tasks including but not limited to benefits requests and changes, FMLA/FMLI requests, ADA documentation and tracking, HRIS changes, and employee relation issues (including investigations/interviews and potential disciplinary actions such as corrective action plans, performance improvement plans, and terminations, etc.); 
• May assist with full cycle recruiting and onboarding of various positions at STRIDE. 
• Completes routine audits, census, and various surveys and reports related to STRIDE and employee information.   
• Responds to and follows up on employee questions sent to HR.
• Assists with Workers Compensation activities and claims. 
• Assists Human Resources with trainings, wellness activities, and assignments. 
• Responsible for HR Q&A library and Q&A webinars/calls. 
• Assists with design, facilitation, and/or maintaining HR programs.
• Applies knowledge of human resource principles and practices, including federal and state laws and regulations applicable to work.
• Presents in monthly and bi-monthly new hire onboarding programs when applicable. 
• Will be required to drive to STRIDE clinics.     
• Will assist with HRIS duties and updates.  
• Attends all required meetings and events.
• Must be willing to cross train in all Human Resources functions.
• May be assigned to lead sub-committees as needed; and 
• Other tasks as assigned by the Human Resources Associate Director and Deputy General Counsel.

STRIDE Values

• Community: All are welcome at STRIDE - our patients are the center of our work.
• Trust: Our patients feel safe, empowered, and supported.
• Value: We respond to patients' needs by providing effective, affordable care.
• Compassion: We treat patients with kindness, empathy, and dignity.

Knowledge, skill and ability:

• Ability to interact positively and build rapport with patients, coworkers and/or external contacts.
• Ability to work independently and organize work in a manner that ensures accuracy and efficiency.
• Knowledge of human resources areas, including benefits, employment, equal opportunity, payroll.
• Able to exercise effective judgment, sensitivity, creativity to changing needs and situations. 
• Ability to manage multiple projects to successful completion at a given time.
• Ability to demonstrate the capability to effectively and sensitively respond to the needs and concerns of the full range of STRIDE's diverse patient population.
• Customer service skills, including the ability to diffuse upset employees.
• Moderate math skills required in order to create and analyze metrics.
• Skill in using a variety of computer software including but not limited to the internet and MS Office Products and HRIS systems.
• Ability to handle sensitive information ethically and responsibly.
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of patient, employee and business information.

Education or Formal Training:

• Required: High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred. 
• Human Resources certification preferred. HRIS experience a plus.

Material and equipment directly used: Computer, printer, multi-line telephone systems, fax machine, copy machine, calculator, and all Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel and the internet.

Working environment/physical activities: Office environment within a clinical setting. Enters data into computer programs via computer, mouse and keyboard. Moves about the office environment and occasionally to other locations. Moves/transports objects up to 25 lbs occasionally. Communicates information to others. Discerns/analyzes information from others to assist in decision making. Works independently.

We offer a competitive salary/hourly range of $66,000 - $76,000, depending on your experience.

This range reflects STRIDE’s good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. The final salary for the selected candidate will be determined based on several factors, including experience, education, budget, internal equity, specialty, and training.

Why STRIDE?

Join us for a fulfilling career with a comprehensive full-time benefits package that promotes professional growth, well-being, and financial security, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options
• 401(k) with matching
• Work-life balance
• NHSC Loan Repayment
• Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME) 
• No nights, weekends, or major holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more

STRIDE conducts background checks, including criminal history, education, license and certification. 

STRIDE is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

STRIDE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, providing reasonable accommodations as needed.

Health and Safety Commitment:

To ensure the safety of our patients, staff, and communities, all new hires at STRIDE must receive an annual flu shot or provide an exemption, as well as undergo tuberculosis screening and testing.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.