Senior Human Resource Specialist (SRHRSP) Closing 09/18/2025 bei GOAL ACADEMY

Description

Title: Sr. Human Resource Specialist

Employee Group & Grade: Administrative/Exempt

Reports To: Sr. Human Resource Specialist

Starting Salary Scale: $58,000-$73,000 / salary

Calendar Year: 220 days

Date Written/Revised: September 2025 

*All applications must be complete to be reviewed* 

Why Work at GOAL High School? 

• Great Mission and Great Culture. 
• Recognized as an Award-winning High School that serves at-risk students throughout Colorado. 
• Recognized as 1 of 3 schools worldwide to receive the distinction of “Biggest Impact School” in technology from Microsoft. 
• Our staff can plan vacations with one 14-day break, two 1-week breaks, and additional weeks off in the summer. 
• Competitive starting salary based on years of experience and qualifications.  
• Potential to earn Pay-for-Performance incentives as a member of the GOAL Team. 
• Competitive Benefits include an emphasis on Wellness in the workplace. 
• The ability to continue contributing to the Colorado Public Schools Retirement System PERA. 
• PERA 401K or Roth 401K with a 5% Match after one year 
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance and AD&D plans. 
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA). 
• Voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents. 
• Short-and Long-Term Disability Insurance. 
• Optional additional insurance that includes accident, critical illness, and hospital plans. 
• Employee Assistance Program. 
• The school provides a laptop, cell phone and additional equipment as needed. 
• Robust Professional Development and opportunity to work with passionate, mission-driven colleagues who are invested in your personal and professional growth. 
• GOAL High School is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). 

Purpose of Job:

The Sr. Human Resources Specialist position will provide support in several areas of Human Resources which include employment, recruiting, staffing, performance management, employee relations and investigations while ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations. The Sr. HR Specialist will provide an employee-oriented, high-performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity and standards that supports our Mission and Values. The Sr. HR Specialist formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added services to Admin, Regional Teams, and employees that reflects the objectives of the GOAL Academy. This position reports to the Senior Human Resources Manager.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions on the HR Team.

Essential Duties/ Major Accountabilities:

Show Up: Be ACCOUNTABLE to our students, ourselves, and our team.

Connect: Develop and maintain TRANSPARENT and HONEST relationships with our students and team

Succeed: Become a STRONG unified team providing students with an INNOVATIVE environment to become productive members of society

Team Player in the development and sustainment of GOAL’s Human Resources Team:

• Partners with Regional Team Leadership, providing HR guidance as appropriate while providing the best-in-class customer services to all you encounter.
• Partners with Human Resources Management team and resolve complex employee relations challenges. Conducts effective, thorough, and objective employee investigations.
• Assist with managing FMLA and ADA and other leaves required by federal / state law and company policy.
• Assist with Title IX investigations under the guidance of trained staff; individuals in this role will receive comprehensive training to support investigation procedures in compliance with federal regulations and GOAL policies.
• Assist Sr. HRM and HRM with developing and delivering HR-related training including monthly presentations.
• Help support the staffing and benefits generalists during high volume seasons.
• Works closely with the Senior HRM and HRM to assess the pulse of the organization and identify opportunities for increased employee engagement and alignment with the organization’s mission and values.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring to complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Partners with the wellness community help coordinate employee wellness activities.
• Keeps the Senior HRM informed of significant problems that jeopardize the achievement of school goals, and those that are not being addressed adequately at the management level.
• Maintain an environment of equal employment opportunity, diversity, and competitive advantage in support of the company's diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
• Contributes to GOAL High School’s quest to be listed in Colorado’s Top Workplaces as the best company to work for in Colorado!
• Other duties as assigned.

 Accountability Standards for all GOAL Academy High School Staff:

• Love for children and ability to work enthusiastically on their behalf.
• Actively and enthusiastically recruit new students through community partnerships and community events.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, time-management, verbal, and written communication skills
• Knowledgeable and comfortable working with technology
• Able to apply critical thinking skills competently and persistently towards technology issues.
• Proven ability to serve on teams and participate in a collaborative decision-making process.
• Strong work ethic to achieve both school and personal goals.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Willingness to travel regionally.
• Ethical, honest, and good-humored

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must reside in Colorado
• Must have a valid driver's license

Requirements:

• Broad knowledge and recent experience in Employee Relations / Investigations, Recruiting, Staffing, Retention, FMLA/ADA, Employment Law, Performance Management, and Training/Development.
• Ability to assess and provide solutions to complex personnel problems.
• Demonstrated ability to present information clearly, confidently, and effectively.
• Demonstrated abilities to work well with others in a diverse educational community.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities requiring critical thinking and complex problem-solving techniques.
• Strong Team and customer focus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel to all GOAL Sites. 

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, preferred.
• 4 years of broad HR Generalist level experience in Investigations, Employee Relations, Recruitment, Staffing, Performance Management, Administering FMLA/ADA, and Employment Law.
• 1 years’ experience in employee relations and workplace investigations required.
• PHR or SPHR preferred certification.

Physical Requirements of this position include:

Seldom

Cold-50 F or less/Heat- 90 F or more/Gases-Fumes/ Heights/Climbing/ Crawling-Kneeling/ Bending/ Walking on Uneven Surfaces/Chemical-Solvents/ Travel-National or International

Over 30 Pounds: Lifting-Lowering-Reaching Over Shoulders-Reaching Forward-Pushing-Pulling-Carrying

Occasional

Noise/Working Alone/ Local Travel/ Visual Acuity-Far/ Color Discrimination

Over 20 Pounds: Lifting-Lowering-Reaching Over Shoulders-Reaching Forward-Pushing-Pulling-Carrying-Carrying

Frequent

Driving/ Work with Others/ Visual Acuity-Near/ Hearing/ Speech/ Manual Dexterity/ Eye-Hand Coordination/ Computer/ Mouse/ Copier/ Scanner/ Printer/ Telephone

Under 20 Pounds: Lifting-Lowering-Reaching Over Shoulders-Reaching Forward-Pushing-Pulling-Carrying

Colorado Public High Schools are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We welcome applications from qualified foreign teachers and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse educational environment. All hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and the needs of the school district. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

In compliance with federal and state laws, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Immigration and Nationality Act, we ensure that all employment practices are conducted without discrimination based on citizenship or immigration status. However, as a recipient of federal funding, we must adhere to specific regulations regarding the employment of foreign nationals.

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