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Program Manager, University Staff Performance Management

Position Number: 6567447
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Human Resources

Program Manager, University Staff Performance Management

Requisition Number: 67338
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 22-Sep-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

University of Colorado Boulder's Campus Human Resources is seeking an experienced program manager to lead the campus performance management framework, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and processes. The position will drive the design, development, implementation, communication and oversight of the performance management process for University Staff. This role may assist with training for unit HR leaders and supervisors on how to effectively evaluate performance, set expectations, and provide feedback. This position will manage the Officer evaluation process which includes oversight of the process, administration and scheduling of reviews.

This role involves planning, project management, data analysis, and partner communication to ensure programs align with organizational goals and drive positive employee outcomes. Additional duties in this capacity include developing efficient systems for collecting performance data and looking for the best industry practices that boost performance. The program manager works with internal campus partners to create, implement and communicate updates regarding the program.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Human Resources (HR) contributes leadership, guidance, tools and services to support employees throughout their careers at CU Boulder and to cultivate a culture which upholds the campus' strongly held values. HR partners with campus in the achievement of the campus vision and strategic imperatives.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Build expertise in CU Boulder's annual performance process and related technology, using historical data and processes to understand previous programs and gather user feedback to inform improvements. Works with leadership and campus partners to design, improve, and implement performance management systems, including goal setting, feedback mechanisms and the review process.
Plan, implement and manage project plans for performance programs, tracking achievements, dependencies, and collaborator updates to keep workstreams aligned, on schedule and within budget. Support troubleshooting and documentation needs, and assist with timely communication and updates.
Serve as the first point of contact for program-related questions, assessing channels and advancing issues.
Collaborate with various partners to ensure program adoption, address concerns, and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
Work with the learning and development team to develop and deliver training programs to educate managers and staff on performance management processes and tools.
Manage critical vendor relationships that support the performance management process.
Create and maintain templates, toolkits, and resources to support partners throughout the performance cycle.
Collaborate with HRIT, campus partners and leaders to test and document performance management systems, ensuring clarity and online usability for all users.
Lead and support organizational change initiatives related to performance management, ensuring high levels of adoption.

What You Should Know

This position offers a hybrid work modality with up to 2 days per week on campus.

What We Can Offer

The hiring range for this full-time position is $80,400-$93,000 annually.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

5+ years of experience in program management, HR operations, or talent management, with direct exposure to performance management or similar enterprise-wide talent processes.
Experience supporting technology testing, internal communications, and knowledge management.
Bachelor's degree in a related field (HR, Organizational Development, Psychology, etc.), or equivalent experience.

What You Will Need

High level of understanding of performance management principles and practices.
Strong project coordination and organizational skills, with the ability to manage timelines and day-to-day operations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate across a diverse audience. Ability to clearly explain complex processes and employee development landmarks.
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, using data to drive decision-making.
Project leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to motivate and engage collaborators.
Experience with organizational change methodologies and techniques.
Experience with organizational change initiatives across complex organizations.
Proficiency in HRIS systems and other relevant technologies especially with performance management modules.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Collaborative attitude and experience partnering across functions such as Compensation, HR Partners, Talent Acquisition and organization-wide leaders.
Clear and concise communicator, skilled at writing and editing content across formats (Teams, email, documentation).

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that briefly describes how your background and experience align with this position.

We may ask for references at a later time.

Please apply by September 22, 2025 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

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.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Program-Manager-University-Staff-Performance-Management/67338