Recruitment/HR Coordinator

Recruitment and HR Coordinator (Full Time, Non Exempt)

Why Join Us?
Consider joining our people-focused HR team! The Recruitment and HR Coordinator supports the museum mission by providing high quality administrative and operational HR support to employees and hiring managers. This role ensures smooth execution of HR processes across the employee lifecycle with a primary focus on recruitment. This position manages full cycle recruitment for a wide range of roles including administrative, curatorial, education, visitor services, facilities, and leadership positions while delivering an exceptional candidate experience that reflects the museum values and commitment to belonging, inclusion, and access for all.

Be part of a curious, respectful, dynamic, inclusive, and creative team committed to creating memorable museum experiences for all. If you share our passion for creativity and community building, we encourage you to apply.

Work Schedule and Timekeeping
This is a full time, hourly, non-exempt role. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:30 PM.

Pay Range
$21.00 to $26.25 per hour ($43,680 to $54,600 annually), based on experience.

Perks and Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents
Employer paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability
Generous paid sick and vacation time plus one personal day
Ten paid holidays
403(b) retirement plan with immediate eligibility. After one year of service, eligible employees receive a three percent non elective contribution and a two percent employer match
Free RTD EcoPass
Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program
Headspace access
Two weeks paid parental leave
Free Denver Art Museum membership

Please note: The Denver Art Museum does not provide employee parking.

What You Will Do

Recruitment, Hiring, and Onboarding

Job Setup and Benchmarking
Update and format job descriptions, verify grade levels and pay ranges, conduct internal and external benchmarking, and create job postings.

Recruiting Systems and Operations
Create and update positions and requisitions in Paycom, manage application questions, post roles internally and externally, create email templates, and maintain recruiting and funding tracking documents.

Candidate and Hiring Support
Build strong working relationships with hiring managers. Review resumes, assess candidate pools, conduct phone screens as needed, support interview scheduling, assist with interview questions, and complete reference checks.

Offers, Hiring, and Onboarding
Recommend offer terms using benchmarking data, draft and send offer letters, process hires and personnel actions in Paycom, and send welcome communications.

Seasonal Workforce Support
Support recruitment and onboarding for seasonal and temporary employees related to summer camps and major exhibitions, typically January, February, August, and September.

HR Administration and Records

Initiate employee status changes including hires, promotions, and role changes
Prepare HR reports and assist with data needed for recruiting, grants, audits, and leadership reporting

Benefits, Employee Support, and Engagement

Serve as a first point of contact for employee and volunteer HR questions
Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and open enrollment communications
Support employee and volunteer engagement efforts and training coordination

Compliance and Policy

Support equitable and inclusive HR practices
Assist with updating HR policies, handbooks, and internal communications
Support labor, grant, or visa compliance documentation as needed

Projects and Continuous Improvement

Assist with HR projects, system improvements, and process documentation
Represent the museum at career fairs and recruitment events

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of HR, people operations, or administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Commitment to a mission driven, public serving environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a museum, nonprofit, cultural, or educational organization
Experience supporting volunteers, interns, or seasonal staff
Familiarity with HRIS or applicant tracking systems
Knowledge of nonprofit or grant funded HR compliance
HR certification or interest in pursuing certification

Core Competencies

Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Customer service mindset
Ability to manage competing priorities
Cultural sensitivity and commitment to inclusion
Collaborative and solution-oriented approach

Work Environment

Office based with regular cross department interaction
Occasional evening or weekend availability
Work tied to exhibitions, programs, and public engagement

Hiring Process

Application close date: April 20, 2026

Applications will be reviewed and selected candidates contacted for interviews. The process may include a phone screening and in-person or virtual panel interviews. Due to application volume, we cannot provide individual status updates.

About the Denver Art Museum

The Denver Art Museum is committed to equal opportunity, inclusion, and welcoming all communities. We believe art and creativity foster mutual understanding, shared humanity, and community well-being.