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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Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.
People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.
Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.
Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!
Job Description:
Join Microchip Technology’s Human Resources team as a Human Resources Business Partner supporting the Business Units at our Colorado Springs manufacturing site. Reporting to the HR Business Partner Manager at our corporate office in Chandler, Arizona, this role will also support corporate HR initiatives and projects. The position provides onsite support in Colorado Springs, with hybrid options potentially available, and is best suited for candidates with 2 or more years of direct experience in Human Resources and staffing or recruiting.
In this role, you will build trusted relationships with assigned Business Unit leaders and employees, provide practical HR guidance and solutions, and help advance business goals while strengthening Microchip’s culture and values. At Microchip, employees are our greatest strength.
Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned Business Unit leaders and employees while providing HR guidance, support, and solutions aligned with business needs.
- Advise managers and employees on the interpretation and consistent application of company policies, procedures, and HR best practices.
- Support staffing activities, including creating requisitions, posting positions, coordinating and conducting interviews, extending and negotiating offers, and onboarding new hires.
- Maintain accurate staffing and employee records to support reporting requirements and OFCCP compliance.
- Process employee terminations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Conduct employee exit interviews, document feedback, and identify relevant themes for HR and business leaders.
- Handle employee and business information with a high level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.
- Complete additional HR projects and duties as assigned.
Requirements/Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field with 2 or more years of direct experience in Human Resources and staffing or recruiting.
Qualified candidates should also demonstrate a strong work ethic, commitment to quality and continuous improvement, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, effective listening and written and verbal communication, presentation and facilitation skills, attention to detail, organization, relationship building, and the ability to work with minimal direction while balancing multiple tasks and projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PHR or SPHR certification.
- Experience with Workday HRIS.
- Prior Human Resources experience in a technical or semiconductor environment.
- Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
This position is not eligible for Microchip immigration sponsorship.
Travel Time:
0% - 25%Physical Attributes:
Hearing, Seeing, TalkingPhysical Requirements:
80% sitting, 10% walking, 10% standingPay Range:
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:Benefits of working at Microchip
The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $57,784 - $128,000.*- Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.
Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.
To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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- 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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