Talent Acquisition Manager Jobs in Colorado
Talent Acquisition Manager jobs in Colorado are consistently active, concentrated in technology, aerospace and defense, healthcare, and financial services across a workforce that demands both strategic and operational recruiting expertise at every level from team lead to VP of talent. Most openings are in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where employers like Lockheed Martin, UCHealth, and Charles Schwab maintain large talent functions. High-demand specialties include technical recruiting, executive search, and employer branding. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Summary:
Our new Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist serves as a strategic bridge between sourcing top external talent and supporting the engagement of Western’s current employees.Job Description:
Western Colorado University seeks strategic-thinking, people-focused, and highly detail-oriented applicants for the full-time position of Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist.
This in-person position (located on the Gunnison, Colorado campus) reports to the Director of Human Resources and works closely with our HR Team. This position serves as a bridge between sourcing top external talent and supporting the engagement of Western’s current employees.
Responsibilities:
The Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist oversees full-cycle recruitment and hiring processes for all non-student positions. Through candidate outreach, prospect management, and pipeline development, this position will partner with University stakeholders to creatively and proactively source job candidates. This position will also work closely with hiring managers and search committees to manage job postings and advertisements, coordinate search processes, ensure legal/regulatory compliance in hiring practices, and generate offer letters.
As a welcoming resource for new employees, this position will coordinate all administrative aspects of onboarding. This work includes communicating requirements, tracking completion of onboarding documentation and mandatory training, facilitating system access, and serving as a point of contact for inquiries.
To strengthen the new hire experience, this position will develop and implement orientation programming that covers University mission, policies, and values. The Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist will also participate in exciting institutional initiatives centered around employee support and belonging and inclusive campus culture.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field; or Bachelor’s degree in any field and three (3) years of work experience in Human Resources
Experience: Three (3) years of relevant experience in Human Resources or a closely related administrative role
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage and execute highly detailed work accurately; Proficiency with databases and office software, including Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms; Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with a wide range of individuals; Ability to stay organized while managing multiple projects simultaneously and receiving large volumes of information; Ability to prioritize competing tasks and meet strict deadlines
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience: Experience in higher education, governmental, or public sector Human Resources; Experience administering the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of FLSA, Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, and other applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations; Familiarity with the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS), including Recruiting and HCM modules
Compensation:
$60,000 - $65,000 annual base salary; position is FLSA exempt and non-classified. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.
Application Procedure:
Apply online at www.Western.edu/jobs. Required attachments for online application include a letter of application addressed to Maria BonDurant, resume, and contact information for three references.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Please direct questions to the search committee chair at mkbondurant@western.edu
Application deadline August 30, 2026 (at 11:59 pm).
Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte:
Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of ~3,700 students. 47% of students are undergraduates, 33% are graduate students, and 80% receive some form of financial aid. Western students represent 17 countries, 50 states, and almost every county in Colorado. With an average class size of 17, Western’s faculty and staff share a strong commitment to personalized, rigorous, and immersive education. Visit http://www.western.edu to learn more about the university.
Western Colorado University is located in Gunnison, Colorado, about 200 miles southwest of Denver amidst over 2 million acres of public land and a vibrant ranching community. The Gunnison valley provides robust cultural programming and exceptional outdoor recreation. A network of dedicated community organizations enrich the lives of many in the tight-knit community. Living in the valley, one appreciates a vibrant culture of festivals, exhibitions, performances, wellness activities, and more. In the winter, many enjoy in skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort and along dozens of miles of cross-country trails. In the summer, bikers, hikers, and runners explore 750-plus miles of singletrack trails, while others delight in fishing, boating, and paddleboarding at Blue Mesa Reservoir or on the Gunnison River and its tributaries. Pre-K-12 students are served by the highly-ranked Gunnison Watershed School District.
WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS
It is the ongoing policy and practice of Western Colorado University to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local law.
ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:
Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at HR@western.edu or (970) 943-3140.
About Us
At Western Colorado University our faculty members and staff share a strong commitment to an inclusive and personalized education and take pride in following a set of values that form our vision as a university. Our shared values of courage, growth, inclusivity, integrity and stewardship provide the foundation for our culture and our work. Our faculty and staff are student-oriented, collegial, enthusiastic, and engaged in the campus and community. With the Rocky Mountains as our laboratory, Western is a premier public provider of rigorous, immersive education for our undergraduate and graduate students. The curriculum provides professional flexibility where experiential learning and interdisciplinary approaches are valued. Employees have chosen Western because of the quality of life combined with rewarding careers.
Position Summary:
Our new Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist serves as a strategic bridge between sourcing top external talent and supporting the engagement of Western’s current employees.Job Description:
Western Colorado University seeks strategic-thinking, people-focused, and highly detail-oriented applicants for the full-time position of Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist.
This in-person position (located on the Gunnison, Colorado campus) reports to the Director of Human Resources and works closely with our HR Team. This position serves as a bridge between sourcing top external talent and supporting the engagement of Western’s current employees.
Responsibilities:
The Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist oversees full-cycle recruitment and hiring processes for all non-student positions. Through candidate outreach, prospect management, and pipeline development, this position will partner with University stakeholders to creatively and proactively source job candidates. This position will also work closely with hiring managers and search committees to manage job postings and advertisements, coordinate search processes, ensure legal/regulatory compliance in hiring practices, and generate offer letters.
As a welcoming resource for new employees, this position will coordinate all administrative aspects of onboarding. This work includes communicating requirements, tracking completion of onboarding documentation and mandatory training, facilitating system access, and serving as a point of contact for inquiries.
To strengthen the new hire experience, this position will develop and implement orientation programming that covers University mission, policies, and values. The Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist will also participate in exciting institutional initiatives centered around employee support and belonging and inclusive campus culture.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field; or Bachelor’s degree in any field and three (3) years of work experience in Human Resources
Experience: Three (3) years of relevant experience in Human Resources or a closely related administrative role
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage and execute highly detailed work accurately; Proficiency with databases and office software, including Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms; Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with a wide range of individuals; Ability to stay organized while managing multiple projects simultaneously and receiving large volumes of information; Ability to prioritize competing tasks and meet strict deadlines
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience: Experience in higher education, governmental, or public sector Human Resources; Experience administering the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of FLSA, Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, and other applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations; Familiarity with the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS), including Recruiting and HCM modules
Compensation:
$60,000 - $65,000 annual base salary; position is FLSA exempt and non-classified. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.
Application Procedure:
Apply online at www.Western.edu/jobs. Required attachments for online application include a letter of application addressed to Maria BonDurant, resume, and contact information for three references.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Please direct questions to the search committee chair at mkbondurant@western.edu
Application deadline August 30, 2026 (at 11:59 pm).
Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte:
Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of ~3,700 students. 47% of students are undergraduates, 33% are graduate students, and 80% receive some form of financial aid. Western students represent 17 countries, 50 states, and almost every county in Colorado. With an average class size of 17, Western’s faculty and staff share a strong commitment to personalized, rigorous, and immersive education. Visit http://www.western.edu to learn more about the university.
Western Colorado University is located in Gunnison, Colorado, about 200 miles southwest of Denver amidst over 2 million acres of public land and a vibrant ranching community. The Gunnison valley provides robust cultural programming and exceptional outdoor recreation. A network of dedicated community organizations enrich the lives of many in the tight-knit community. Living in the valley, one appreciates a vibrant culture of festivals, exhibitions, performances, wellness activities, and more. In the winter, many enjoy in skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort and along dozens of miles of cross-country trails. In the summer, bikers, hikers, and runners explore 750-plus miles of singletrack trails, while others delight in fishing, boating, and paddleboarding at Blue Mesa Reservoir or on the Gunnison River and its tributaries. Pre-K-12 students are served by the highly-ranked Gunnison Watershed School District.
WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS
It is the ongoing policy and practice of Western Colorado University to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local law.
ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:
Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at HR@western.edu or (970) 943-3140.
About Us
At Western Colorado University our faculty members and staff share a strong commitment to an inclusive and personalized education and take pride in following a set of values that form our vision as a university. Our shared values of courage, growth, inclusivity, integrity and stewardship provide the foundation for our culture and our work. Our faculty and staff are student-oriented, collegial, enthusiastic, and engaged in the campus and community. With the Rocky Mountains as our laboratory, Western is a premier public provider of rigorous, immersive education for our undergraduate and graduate students. The curriculum provides professional flexibility where experiential learning and interdisciplinary approaches are valued. Employees have chosen Western because of the quality of life combined with rewarding careers.
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- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Five or more years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including team leadership
- Demonstrated experience building hiring programs for technical or specialized roles
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems such as Workday, Greenhouse, or iCIMS
- Experience partnering with hiring managers and senior leaders on workforce planning
- PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-CP certification is preferred by many Colorado employers
Talent Acquisition Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a talent acquisition manager in Colorado?
Most talent acquisition managers in Colorado reach the role by combining a bachelor's degree in human resources or business with several years of recruiting experience before moving into a people-management role. Colorado does not require a state-issued license to work in talent acquisition. Earning a credential such as the SHRM-CP from the Society for Human Resource Management or the PHR from HRCI strengthens candidacy at Colorado employers and is frequently listed as preferred in Colorado job postings.
Which companies hire talent acquisition managers in Colorado?
Employers hiring talent acquisition managers in Colorado right now include DaVita, EchoStar, and Robert Half, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace, technology, healthcare, and financial services firms means demand for talent acquisition managers who understand specialized or high-volume technical hiring is particularly strong.
Which Colorado cities have the most talent acquisition manager jobs?
Denver, Greenwood Village, and Thornton account for the largest share of talent acquisition manager openings in Colorado. Denver drives the majority of postings as the state's dominant corporate and healthcare hub, while Colorado Springs benefits from its large defense and government contracting presence, and Boulder's technology and life sciences sector generates consistent demand from both established firms and growth-stage companies.
Are there remote talent acquisition manager jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most fields. Because talent acquisition work centers on sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews rather than on-site supervision, it adapts well to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 57% of talent acquisition manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly companies have accepted distributed recruiting teams. Strategic and corporate talent acquisition roles are the most likely to carry full remote options.
How can I get hired as a talent acquisition manager in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a recruiter or recruiting coordinator at a Colorado employer with a structured talent function, then demonstrating the ability to manage relationships, own requisitions end to end, and mentor junior colleagues before stepping into a manager title. Large Colorado organizations including UCHealth, Centura Health, and Lockheed Martin regularly hire early-career recruiters into programs that build toward leadership. Earning a SHRM-CP credential before applying and building a portfolio of measurable hiring outcomes, such as reduced time to fill or improved offer acceptance rates, gives candidates without formal management experience a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to talent acquisition manager jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to talent acquisition manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match your experience level, industry focus, and preferred location or work arrangement.
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