Position Title: People & Culture Business Partner
Classification: Exempt
Reports To: Director of People & Culture
Location: Aurora, CO with regular travel to Grand Junction, CO and Casper, WY
Compensation: $85,000 - $90,000 Annually
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision, a 401(k) retirement plan with a 4.5% company match plus potential additional matching based on tenure, PTO, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and a flexible schedule
As the food bank with the largest service area in the contiguous United States, Food Bank of the Rockies is passionate about ensuring every community member has the resources they need to thrive. Supporting our Colorado and Wyoming communities begins with passionate, mission-driven individuals.
About The Role
At Food Bank of the Rockies, our people make our mission possible, and we’re looking for a People & Culture Business Partner who works hands-on alongside leaders and employees, providing thoughtful consultation on complex people matters while directly supporting core People & Culture processes with care, consistency, and sound judgment.
The People & Culture Business Partner (P&C BP) serves as a trusted advisor and day‑to‑day partner to leaders, supporting employee relations, performance management, and workplace challenges across the organization. This role is well‑suited for an experienced HR professional who values being close to the work, builds trust through consistent follow‑through, and brings a strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
Grounded in our Employee Promise, Invested in My Fulfillment, Committed to Our Success, the P&C BP helps leaders navigate sensitive conversations, resolve employee concerns, and apply policies in ways that are fair, clear, and aligned with organizational values. The role combines consultative partnership with direct involvement in employee relations cases, leave and accommodation processes, and other essential People & Culture functions that shape the employee experience.
The Food Bank’s team is dedicated to creating an efficient food distribution network to reduce and help end hunger across the state. Staff are committed to embodying the Food Bank’s organizational values and mission in all activities.
If you are looking for a mission-focused organization where innovation and teamwork are encouraged and new ideas are valued, then this is an ideal position for you.
The mission of Food Bank of the Rockies is to ignite the power of community to nourish people facing hunger. We provide food and necessities to people in need through signature programs and by teaming up with hundreds of Hunger Relief Partners to serve communities across Colorado and Wyoming. We believe that for a community to thrive, every person must have the resources they need to flourish, and we strive to provide proper nourishment for every neighbor.
What You’ll Do
Employee Relations & Leader Partnership
- Serve as the primary People & Culture partner for leaders, providing day‑to‑day consultation on employee relations, performance management, and team dynamics
- Lead complex employee relations matters from intake through resolution, including investigations, corrective action, and conflict resolution
- Coach leaders through sensitive conversations with professionalism, consistency, and sound judgment
- Conduct root‑cause analysis to identify patterns and recommend sustainable people solutions
HR Operations, Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and internal policies
- Administer ADP‑managed leave of absence programs (FMLA, LOA, state‑mandated leaves), ensuring accurate, timely, and employee‑centered processes
- Manage the ADA interactive process and workplace accommodations
- Oversee Workers’ Compensation and unemployment claims, ensuring organized, compliant case management
Policy Guidance & People Insights
- Interpret and apply People & Culture policies clearly and fairly for employees and leaders
- Partner with the P&C team on policy updates and continuous improvement initiatives
- Use people data, exit feedback, and trends to inform leadership insights and organizational decisions
Employee Experience
- Champion the Employee Promise and reinforce practices that support engagement, trust, and retention
- Balance employee advocacy with organizational alignment and business needs
How The Work Gets Done
The P&C Business Partner demonstrates the following core competencies in daily practice:
- Instills Trust: Builds credibility through integrity, sound judgment, discretion, and consistent follow-through.
- Collaborates: Works collaboratively with leaders and cross functional partners to achieve shared goals. Builds strong relationships to support effective people practices.
- Customer-Centric Focus: Provides responsive, employee and leader-focused support. Delivers practical, people-centered solutions aligned with business and compliance needs.
- Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to commitments, actions, and outcomes. Reinforces consistent, fair, and timely follow-through.
What We’re Looking For
- 3+ years of progressive HR experience with a strong focus on employee relations and leader partnership
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex, high‑risk, or sensitive employee relations cases independently
- Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
- Comfort operating in both hands‑on administration and strategic consultation
- Excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and high discretion
- Experience in nonprofit or mission‑driven organizations preferred
- ADP Workforce Now experience and HR certification (PHR, SHRM‑CP) a plus
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 25% within the service area
Expected Hours Of Work
This is a full‑time, exempt position. The role offers a flexible work schedule, with a minimum requirement of three (3) days per week onsite. While the typical schedule occurs during standard business hours, weekly schedules may vary based on employee relations needs and operational demands and may occasionally include evenings or Saturdays. Availability during core business hours of Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM is required.
Compensation
$85,000 - $90,000 Annually
Benefits
At Food Bank of the Rockies, we provide a fulfilling workplace along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Generous Paid Time Off: Flexible paid time off, including 10 paid holidays, sick leave, and opportunities for paid volunteer time.
- Robust Retirement Plan: A 401(k) retirement plan with a 4.5% employer match, plus additional matching based on tenure for a total potential match of up to 8.5%, to support your long-term financial security.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Competitive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans to support your meet your and your family’s needs.
- Medical and Parental Leave: Leave time is offered through the Colorado-funded FAMLI (Family and Medical Leave Insurance) Program.
- Bilingual Incentive: A monthly incentive for certified bilingual staff, recognizing and rewarding your valuable language skills.
To Apply
Apply online through www.foodbankrockies.org/careers
. Applications will be accepted until April 20, 2026. Please Provide resume and cover letter to be considered.
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True passion and excitement for making an impact are just as important as work experience.
We encourage you to apply even if you feel you don't check every box in this posting.
Food Bank of the Rockies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), M/F/D/V/SO.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities in order to participate in the application or interview process.
If you require any accommodation, please contact us at hr@foodbankrockies.org or 303-371-9250.
