Summary
Description
About the Western Colorado Community Foundation
The Western Colorado Community Foundation (WCCF) is a $210M
charitable foundation headquartered in Grand Junction, CO and serving seven
counties on the Western Slope. We work with generous donors to raise funds and
build permanent financial assets to support nonprofit organizations and
community initiatives. In 2025, we distributed over $9.5M in grants and
scholarships. Our mission and purpose is to strengthen Western Colorado
communities, providing leadership and resources to address current and evolving
community needs and expanding local generosity and meaningful engagement of our
donors, nonprofit partners and community leaders.
We value:
• Generosity – we inspire the sharing of resources,
knowledge, and time to benefit others.
• Integrity – we act with honesty, accountability, and
responsibility.
• Engagement – we show up with curiosity, an open mind, and
a commitment to foster collaboration, trust, mutual respect, and authentic
relationships.
• Progress – we commit to continuous learning and
improvement to support growth and expand our impact.
• Legacy – we drive community good across generations for
today, tomorrow, and years to come.
Learn more about us at wc-cf.org.
The Opportunity
Some jobs fill a role. This one helps build something that
will outlast all of us. WCCF is hiring a newly formed People/HR Manager
position to help the organization continue to build a people and HR
infrastructure that can grow with the organization while keeping the mission
and culture of the organization in the forefront of everyone’s mind.
This is a part-time role (20 hours a week) that is open to
flexible scheduling arrangements that work with the best person for the role.
This is an in-office position in our Grand Junction office with an opportunity
for hybrid work.
This position has a hiring range of $33.65 – $40.38 per hour
and is eligible for paid time off and retirement benefits. It is also eligible
for employee paid dental, vision, and short term & long term disability
insurance.
The ideal candidate is a proactive, approachable
professional who can balance people-centered care with operational discipline.
We are looking for someone who can be a thought partner for our leadership team
and have strong partnerships with all our team members to help bring our
mission to life on the Western Slope of Colorado.
Key Responsibilities
This is a newly created role — a direct reflection of
leadership’s recognition that our staff are central to WCCF’s success and
reputation. As the organization’s first dedicated HR professional, you’ll build
and steward the people infrastructure of a growing, mission-driven team of
15.
As a HR department of one, this position is both strategic
and hands-on. You’ll develop and implement Human Resource systems and
processes, support managers as a trusted Business Partner, strengthen our
collaborative culture, and keep the organization compliant and
well-administered.
HR Operations & Administration
• Maintain and administer HR records, personnel files, and
HRIS data.
• Manage payroll processing in coordination with the finance
team or payroll provider.
• Oversee benefits administration including health
insurance, retirement programs, leave policies, and open enrollment.
• Ensure accurate job descriptions, classifications, and
compensation records.
Recruitment, Hiring & Onboarding
• Lead end-to-end recruitment for all roles, including job
postings, screening, and interview coordination.
• Partner with hiring managers to ensure equitable and
effective hiring practices.
• Develop and deliver onboarding experiences that make new
hires feel welcomed and prepared.
Employee Relations & Culture
• Serve as a trusted resource for staff — supporting
communication, engagement, and conflict resolution.
• Promote an inclusive, supportive workplace that reflects
WCCF’s mission and values.
• Coach supervisors on performance management and team
development.
Performance Management
• Coordinate annual performance review processes.
• Work on team to develop and implement a new performance
management system.
• Support goal setting, documentation, and performance
improvement plans as needed.
• Recommend strategies to enhance productivity, morale, and
retention.
Compliance & Policy Management
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local
employment laws (FMLA, ADA, wage & hour, Colorado labor laws).
• Monitor Colorado employment regulatory changes and update
policies proactively.
• Maintain the employee handbook and communicate policies
clearly.
Learning & Development
• Identify training needs and coordinate professional
development opportunities.
• Facilitate leadership development for supervisors and
managers.
Organizational Development & Strategic HR
• Collaborate with leadership on staffing planning and
organizational design.
• Recommend process improvements to support a strong HR
infrastructure.
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business
Administration, Organizational Development, or related field — or equivalent
experience.
• 3–5+ years of HR generalist/management experience
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR practices, including
Colorado-specific regulations.
• Strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to
confidentiality, and uncompromising integrity.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and
build trusting relationships.
Preferred
• Experience working in a small professional services firm
environment.
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR).
• Experience with payroll and HRIS systems commonly used in
small organizations.
Benefits
This position has a hiring range of $33.65 – $40.38 per hour
and is eligible for paid time off and retirement benefits. It is also eligible
for employee paid dental, vision, and short term & long term disability
insurance.
How to Apply
Hilltop HR Solutions is the firm managing the application
and recruitment process for this position. Interested candidates are asked to
submit a resume and cover letter to aliw@htop.org to apply for the position.
If you have additional questions, please contact Hilltop HR
Solutions directly by reaching out to Ali Weatherby at aliw@htop.org.
Western Colorado Community Foundation is an equal
opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that reflects the
communities we serve.
