PARTNER, HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS
Denver Public Schools
Denver, CO · Posted October 2, 2026
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About the job
** Applications will be received until October 7th . If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org . **
About this job:
Responsible for end-to-end HR service delivery to designated departments / functions. Manages District activities which engage schools, businesses, community leaders and organizations in a collaborative effort to improve student performance. Cultivate, nurture and sustain partnerships between DPS schools and the Denver community. Work in partnership with DPS Central Office to provide coaching, support and influence that enable key clients to effectively deliver district solutions.
What DPS Offers You:
A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
$81,928-$98,314 . Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .
What You'll Do:
Partners in strategy development; Provides advice and consultative services to managers and employees.
Provide counsel and assistance to central office managers and directors on a broad range of human resource issues.
Plan and facilitate professional development for principals on leadership and human resources topics.
Identify gaps in existing HR policies and contribute to the development of new HR policies and procedures
Proactively consult, influence and negotiate with Trade Union Officials on local and Companywide issues.
Provide HR Business Partner support to the key Central Office areas.
Manage assigned staff and programs designed to improve the achievement and performance of central office employees.
Work collaboratively with the members of the Superintendent’s Cabinet, staff, and community to attain district goals.
Create HR communication and change initiatives that go out to all employees from Human Resources
Maintain current on all aspects of HR policy, benefits, information or events
Perform other duties as assigned
What You’ll Need:
Minimum Bachelor's or relevant work experience is required.
Three (3) year experience as an HR Business Partner or related role.
Previous experience reading, writing, and interpreting bargaining agreements and contracts.
Extensive partnering and relationship building with the private sector business community required.
General exposure or experience to the full scope of HR functions. Strong interpersonal and customer-focused skills.
Quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills and program evaluative capabilities. Experience working effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Experience with HRIS systems. Lead and participate as required in HR working groups involved in the development and promotion of HR policy and procedures.
Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize daily tasks.
Good verbal and written communication skills including on-line and on-phone instructional skills.
Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and call-center software.
Bilingual skills in Spanish preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of Oracle preferred.
Knowledge of key strategies and trends in employee relations, labor relations, compensation, benefits, performance management, and other HR areas.
Previous experience in union environments Prefer public education experience.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun
With 193 schools, over 89,000 students and over 10,000 staff members, Denver Public Schools is the largest urban school district in Colorado. We’re focused on building a system that’s designed to help every student thrive. We’re re-focusing our efforts where they matter most: on creating classrooms that are vibrant centers of learning, where caring teachers are engaging their students in rigorous, culturally responsive experiences in order to lift all students toward a bright horizon. Visit the Denver Public Schools website for more information.