People Operations Manager Jobs in Colorado

People Operations Manager jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs, where technology companies, aerospace contractors, and large healthcare systems drive consistent demand for HR leadership across talent acquisition, employee experience, and organizational development. Employers with a lasting footprint in the state include Lockheed Martin, UCHealth, and Xcel Energy, all of which maintain dedicated people operations teams at multiple Colorado sites. Openings range from senior individual-contributor roles to director-level positions overseeing multi-site HR functions. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles59
Top employerTarget
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring22
Work type52% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Microchip Technology
Human Resources Business Partner
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Human Resources Business Partner
Microchip Technology
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Partnerships & Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
$58k - $128k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Stonebridge Companies
Human Resources Manager
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Human Resources Manager
Stonebridge Companies
Grand Junction, Colorado
Partnerships & Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
$60k - $70k/yr
Bachelor of Arts
1,001-5,000

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Arrow Electronics
HR Manager, Global Compensation & Benefits
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HR Manager, Global Compensation & Benefits
Arrow Electronics
Centennial, Colorado
Content Marketing
Copywriting & Editorial
Marketing
$103k - $165k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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EchoStar
Senior Manager - HR Process Improvement
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Senior Manager - HR Process Improvement
EchoStar
Englewood, Colorado
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project Management
$110k - $157k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Sysco
Human Resources Generalist
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Sysco
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Human Resources Generalist
Sysco
Denver, Colorado
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Office Management
$73k - $91k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business administration
10,000+

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People Operations Manager Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Denver
19 jobs
Aurora
4 jobs
Fort Collins
4 jobs
Colorado Springs
4 jobs
Pueblo
3 jobs
Boulder
3 jobs
Centennial
3 jobs
Lakewood
2 jobs
Englewood
2 jobs

People Operations Manager Job Market in Colorado

A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Target
Target2 open roles
CS Wind America
CS Wind America2 open roles
Colorado State University
Colorado State University2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Investment & Asset Management

What Colorado Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in people operations manager jobs across Colorado.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field
  • Five or more years of progressive HR experience including people operations or HR business partner roles
  • Working knowledge of Colorado employment law, including FAMLI and EPEWA compliance
  • SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred by most Colorado employers
  • Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle talent acquisition and employee lifecycle programs
  • Proficiency with an HRIS platform such as Workday, BambooHR, or UKG

People Operations Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a people operations manager in Colorado?

Most people operations managers in Colorado follow a path that begins with a bachelor's degree in human resources or business, followed by several years in generalist or HR business partner roles. Colorado does not require a state-issued license for this role, but employers consistently favor candidates holding SHRM or HRCI certification. Familiarity with Colorado-specific employment regulations, including the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and the FAMLI paid leave program, is increasingly expected.

How much do people operations managers make in Colorado?

People operations managers in Colorado earn a median of about $166,400 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $103,580 for the lowest 10% to over $276,380 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire people operations managers in Colorado?

Colorado people operations manager roles are posted by Target, CS Wind America, and Colorado State University and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's concentration of tech firms, defense contractors, and regional healthcare networks means openings appear across a wide range of industries and company sizes.

Which Colorado cities have the most people operations manager jobs?

Denver, Aurora, and Fort Collins have the most people operations manager openings in Colorado. Denver leads because it anchors the state's largest concentration of corporate headquarters, tech employers, and healthcare systems, while Boulder's startup and life sciences ecosystem and Colorado Springs' defense and government contractor base each sustain steady demand for dedicated HR leadership.

Are there remote people operations manager jobs in Colorado?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 48% of people operations manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the role centers on strategy, systems administration, and communication rather than on-site presence. Functions like HRIS management, policy development, and HR analytics translate most naturally to remote work, while onboarding and employee relations often require at least partial in-person availability.

How can I get hired as a people operations manager in Colorado with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a people operations coordinator or HR generalist role first, then building toward a manager title. Large Colorado employers such as UCHealth, Centura Health, and Lockheed Martin run structured HR development programs and post associate-level HR roles that serve as a clear ladder. Candidates from adjacent roles in recruiting, office management, or payroll administration frequently make the transition, and earning a SHRM-CP or completing a SHRM academic alignment program at a Colorado university strengthens any application significantly.

Where can I find and apply to people operations manager jobs in Colorado?

You can find and apply to people operations manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search for roles that match your experience level and location preference, then apply directly through each listing.

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