Human Resources Director

Rocky Mountain Hanger

Denver, CO

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Affordable Housing, Benchmarking, Business Strategy, Change Management, Coaching, Compensation Management, Compensation and Benefits, Conflict Resolution, Data Quality, Employee Relations, Futures, Grant Audit, Human Resources, Human Resources Processes, Human Resources Strategy, Leadership, Leasing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Medical Treatment, Nonprofit, Onboarding, Performance Management, Policy Development, Project/Program Management, Property Maintenance, Property Management, Real Estate, Regulations, Retention Programs, Risk Management, SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources), Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Talent Management, Workforce Planning

LOCATION

Denver, CO

POSTED

1 day ago

Title: Director of Human Resources:

$110k -- $140k (target range)

Job Title: Director of Human Resources

Organization: Rocky Mountain Communities
Location: Denver, CO (on-site, remote 1x perweek)
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

About Rocky Mountain Communities

Rocky Mountain Communities (RMC) builds brighter futures by developing, owning, and managing affordable housing and supporting residents to achieve stability and self-sufficiency. As a nonprofit, mission-driven organization, we are committed to advancing equity, stability, and opportunity for all residents through safe housing and supportive services.

Key Responsibilities

HR Leadership

Develop and execute HR strategies that support organizational growth, compliance, and mission impact
Partner with executive leadership on workforce planning across property management, maintenance, and corporate teams
Lead culture development initiatives emphasizing equity, inclusion, and resident-centered service

Talent Management

Oversee recruitment for site staff (property managers, leasing, maintenance techs) and corporate roles
Design onboarding programs tailored to affordable housing operations
Implement retention strategies to reduce turnover in high-demand property roles

Employee Relations & Culture

Serve as a trusted advisor to managers on performance management, coaching, and conflict resolution
Promote a positive, inclusive workplace culture aligned with RMC values
Lead engagement surveys and action planning

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with employment laws and industry regulations (OSHA, HUD, Fair Housing)
Maintain policies and procedures consistent with nonprofit, affordable housing provider standards
Oversee investigations and risk mitigation

Compensation & Benefits

Manage compensation structures for multi-site property portfolios
Benchmark salaries against nonprofit housing providers and property management markets
Oversee benefits programs that support workforce stability

HR Operations

Lead a small HR team providing hands on back up as needed for HR partners
Manage recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and policy administration
Ensure HR processes are compliant, practical, and scalable
Ensure accurate HR data for audits, grants, and reporting requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field (Master's preferred)
7-10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience
Experience in property management, real estate, or affordable housing industry strongly preferred
Knowledge of HUD, Fair Housing laws, and LIHTC programs
SHRM-CP/SPHR or equivalent certification preferred

Core Competencies

Mission-driven and values-aligned
Hands On, practical HR leadership
Comfort operating with limited resources
Strong relationship builder across diverse teams
Skilled in navigating complex regulatory environments
Change management expertise

This job description is intended to describe the general nature of work performed. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for employees performing this job. Rocky Mountain Communities may change job descriptions at any time, with or without notice, as service needs require.

RMC is committed to delivering services, making employment-related decisions, selecting volunteers, and selecting vendors without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, pregnancy, health condition related to pregnancy, military status or any other applicable status protected by law.

Human Resources Director

Rocky Mountain Hanger

Denver, CO

About the Company

Rocky Mountain Hanger

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