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Northwest Colorado Health is seeking a Human Resources Recruitment and Retention Specialist with the passion and skills to assist with the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering benefits, leave, and performance improvement process, and enforcing company policies and practices for Northwest Colorado Health. We have been providing primary healthcare to residents since 2008. Today, you will join a healthcare organization and a staff of 11 providers at four locations, delivering primary medical, dental and behavioral health care to more than 5,500 patients. You will be welcomed into our caring environment to serve the community in which we live.

We have high expectations for you as a Human Resources Recruitment and Retention Specialist. We need you to:

• Provides administrative support for the Human Resources department to ensure efficient operations and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
• Performs HR system data entry, reporting, and auditing to ensure accuracy and integrity of personnel information.
• Conducts and/or assists new hire onboarding, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for all staff; prepares new hire packets, schedules orientations, and maintains onboarding documentation.
• Assists in all aspects of the recruitment process including job postings, applicant tracking, screening, scheduling interviews, and reference checking.
• Attends and represents Northwest Colorado Health at job fairs, school events, and community outreach initiatives to promote employment opportunities and organizational visibility.
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate HR staff or management.
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.
• Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
• Provides clerical and project support to the HR team including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and recording minutes.
• Conducts student and volunteer recruitment, onboarding, tracking, and coordination; maintains records, ensures compliance with agency policies and credentialing standards, and partners with departments and community organizations to support placement and retention efforts.
• Assists with the planning and coordination of employee engagement and retention activities such as recognition events, benefits enrollment, and wellness initiatives.
• Schedules and organizes appointments (CPR expirations/classes); takes minutes during departmental meetings. (WISE/SEC/Management)
• Supports internal communications including updates to the employee intranet, staff announcements, and recruitment-related content.
• Assists with preparation of HR metrics and reports such as turnover, recruitment activity, and attendance tracking.
• Oversee the Employee Store, including inventory tracking, product ordering, display organization, and sales transactions; ensures accurate recordkeeping and alignment with agency policies and employee recognition programs.
• Coordinates and supports the Agency’s Buddy Program to foster connection, inclusion, and a sense of belonging among new hires; partners with departments to match buddies, provide guidance, and promote positive onboarding experiences.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the mission and operations of Northwest Colorado Health.

This description of responsibilities is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting each responsibility.  Additional responsibilities may be added, as appropriate.

You should also have high expectations for Northwest Colorado Health as an employer. Our Human Resources Recruitment and Retention Specialist will help support effective and efficient operations of the human resources department. Every day you will leave Northwest Colorado Health knowing that you have made a positive difference.

We offer a salary that meets market values for the Colorado area and is based on experience. The salary range for this full-time, 40 hour a week position based in Moffat and Routt County and will support Routt and Moffat Counties is $24.00-$36.00 and is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Paid Time Off and our 403(b) Retirement Plan. EOE. View a complete job description. EOE.

If we sound like the kind of dynamic, caring organization that meets your expectations, click here to apply now.