Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Position Type: Full-Time, Salaried, Exempt

Salary Range: In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado. This is not a remote position.

Additional Compensation: This position is eligible for an end-of-year bonus.

Employment Benefits: Bluestaq offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Leave, and 401k. For more information regarding Bluestaq benefits, please visit https://www.bluestaq.com/benefits.

About Bluestaq

Where Tech Meets Tenacity

Ready to trade that "job" for a mission? Welcome to Bluestaq.

Grit isn't just a buzzword here; it's in our DNA. We're not just another tech company; we're a collective of innovators, risk-takers, dreamers, and trailblazers. Founded in 2018, Bluestaq has quickly risen as a game-changer in enterprise software and secure data management. Our name? A fusion of "blue" (military lingo for the good guys) and "staq" (as in software stack).

The Buzz Around Us

In just five years, we've amassed accolades like we're collecting rare vinyl. For two consecutive years, Bluestaq has been recognized as one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing private companies and maintains a consistent presence on several of Colorado's Best Workplaces lists. We're not just making waves; we're practically a tsunami in the Colorado tech world.

Why Colorado Springs? Why Not?

Nestled at the foot of the Rockies, downtown Colorado Springs isn't just our HQ; it's a lifestyle. Ranked #2 on U.S. News & World Report's Best Places to Live, this city is a tech hub that thrives and is alive. Plus, 300 days of sunshine? Yes, please.

What we Offer

A culture that's dynamic, inclusive, and utterly unique.

Benefits that support your physical and mental wellness.

A commitment to professional growth and exploration.

A team that values your contribution and celebrates your success.

Join Our Team

Where Innovation is the Norm, Not the Exception

At Bluestaq, we don't just adapt to change, we're the architects of it. We are on the lookout for an HR Generalist who embodies our ethos of resourcefulness, flexibility, and innovation. If you're someone who thrives on curiosity and creativity, who approaches tasks with adaptability and introspective entrepreneurship, we want you.

Who We Need

A Curious Innovator: You're not just open to new ideas, you're the one sketching them out on napkins.

A Flexible Multitasker: Agile and adaptable, you're as comfortable with shifting priorities as you are with consistent routines.

An Empathic Communicator: You understand that empathy isn't just about listening, it's about connecting and resolving.

A Meticulous Professional: You have a keen eye for detail and are highly organized, understanding that precision in the small things leads to success in the big picture.

A Self-Driven Team Player: Independent yet collaborative, you're driven by the team's success, not just your own.

A Champion of Ownership: You take full responsibility for your role and actions, embracing each task with a sense of pride and accountability, ensuring that every project is not just completed, but owned and mastered.

A Guiding Force in Mentorship: Your skill lies in offering valuable guidance to both team members and leaders, fostering their professional growth and encouraging a culture of continuous learning. You excel in not just sharing knowledge, but in inspiring and empowering others to realize their full potential.

Roles and Responsibilities

We are looking for an HR Generalist to join our dynamic team, someone passionate about shaping a growing HR Department. As an HR Generalist at Bluestaq, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the recruitment team, ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience.
• Administering compensation changes and benefit plans, advising employees on eligibility and coverage.
• Assisting with new hire onboarding events and processes.
• Conducting offboarding sessions, where you'll collect and share critical feedback loops for continuous improvement.
• Overseeing employee performance review processes and working with management to develop talent and succession planning.
• Addressing employee relations issues, such as work complaints or other employee concerns.
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.
• Developing and implementing human resource policies and procedures.
• Gathering and analyzing data with useful HR metrics, like time to hire and employee turnover rates.
• Organizing quarterly and annual employee performance review events and documentation.

What you Bring

• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Hands-On HR Operations Experience: At least 5 years of experience performing core HR functions, such as recruitment, payroll, benefits, leave administration, and worker's compensation management.
• Employee Relations Expertise: A strong background in managing employee relations, including conflict resolution, investigations, performance management, and fostering a positive work environment.
• Customer Focus Mindset: The ability to take care of people is a must.
• Strategic HR Involvement: Experience in implementing strategic initiatives, contributing to policy formulation, organizational design, and workforce planning.
• Technology Savvy: Familiarity with HR Systems and other tech tools that streamline HR processes, including the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Legal and Compliance Acumen: Knowledge of current Federal, State, and Local employment laws and regulations is essential.
• Training and Development: Skills in identifying training needs, creating training programs, and measuring their effectiveness.
• A current HRCI or SHRM Certification preferred.

Clearance Requirement: This position requires the ability to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance. To be eligible for clearance, US Citizenship is required, and an employee must agree to participate in a background screen and credit check.

Relocation: This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Bluestaq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by state or local law.

Bluestaq will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities and employees whose work requirements interfere with a religious belief unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to Bluestaq or a direct threat. Employees needing such accommodation are instructed to contact Human Resources immediately at contact.us@bluestaq.com.