Talent Operations Coordinator

POSITION: Talent Operations Coordinator 

LOCATION: DSST: Home Office located in Denver, CO

SALARY RANGE: $55,000-$67,000 for up to 10 years of aligned experience

STATUS/CLASSIFICATION: Full time, benefits eligible, exempt, in person position (Denver, CO) 

START: Immediately

APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 30, 2026

The Human Resources Team is committed to building an exceptional staff experience by developing equitable and efficient systems, providing timely and accurate support, and ensuring all team members feel valued and supported throughout their employment journey. The Human Resources Coordinator is a home office-based role that serves as a key connector between transformational talent and the broader HR function. This role supports core HR processes with a strong focus on compliance and data accuracy, while playing a critical part in delivering high-quality service and ensuring consistent, employee-centered support across the organization.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

HR Support (30%)

• Provide comprehensive support for teacher licensing, certifications, onboarding, benefits, compensation, and time off and leave administration.

• Work closely with other members of the Human Resources team to identify, innovate and implement new ways to improve the experience of DSST staff.

Onboarding and Employee Data (30%)

• Support the onboarding process for new DSST staff, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience.

• Maintain and audit DSST/DPS/APS employee databases to ensure data accuracy and compliance with certification and licensing requirements.

• Troubleshoot data discrepancies and ensure employee records are up to date for compliance and reporting.

HR Systems, Reporting, and Process Improvement (25%)

• Act as the primary liaison between DPS/APS, Academic Business Systems, and Human Resources to ensure alignment and effective communication regarding district HRIS systems (Oracle).

• Update training materials, guides, and documentation for network guidance.

Cross-Functional Team Collaboration (10%)

• Work closely with other members of the Human Capital team to share knowledge, solve problems, and develop scalable HR solutions.

• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and Generalists to support Zendesk management and oversight to maintain a consistent and high-quality employee support experience.

• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and equity-centered HR culture.

• Stay informed on HR best practices and trends to continuously improve service delivery.

Additional Duties (5%) 

• Model our Core Values, Commitment to the Human Condition, and our commitment to equity as a Leader within the Network

• Play an active leadership role in building and sustaining Home Office culture

• Engage with our school communities to actively build relationships between our schools and the home office

• Participate in & support the execution of Home Office & Network-wide events

Skills and Competencies Required:

• You are highly attentive to detail and committed to prioritizing the needs of DSST staff.

• You are eager to learn the inner workings of a growing charter school network and love operating in an all-hands-on deck work environment.

• You welcome and give honest feedback for continuous improvement

• You take the time to understand the process behind what you’re doing and try to find ways to streamline your work.

• You have a service mindset and will do whatever you can to remove barriers and distractions for school staff to ensure they can devote all of their focus to serving our students.

• You are mission-driven: You have a desire to change the way the public school system serves students, so that all kids – regardless of race, ethnicity, or income – have the opportunity to go to college.

• You have a sense of urgency: You are passionate about doing whatever it takes to change the status quo of public education.

• You are highly proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, with advanced expertise in spreadsheet functions such as VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, SUMIFS, COUNTIFS, and complex conditional formulas.

• Outstanding problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and the ability to use data to drive decision-making.

• Full commitment to DSSTs mission, vision, and core values.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s Degree required from an accredited university.

• At least 1 years of experience in Human Capital

• At least 2 years experience working with Human Resources systems such as Workday and Oracle.

• At least 1 year experience with the Colorado Department of Education Teacher Certification requirements

Who We Are

At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to achieve transformational results for our 7,500+ students — 97% of whom attend a Green (top-rated) school. Just as important is how we achieve them: values-centered, human-focused, and together.

We invite educators and leaders who share our belief that there is more in us — more brilliance, more courage, more possibility — to join us.

Our Impact

• 100% of DSST graduates have been admitted to college or a postsecondary program

• 15 of 16 schools rated Green on the 2024–25 SPF

• 9 out of 10 DSST families would recommend DSST to a friend

• 95%+ of staff say their managers check in regularly and care about them as people 

Why Work at DSST?

At DSST, our Quantum 5 Culture defines how we help every team member grow, belong, and thrive.

• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: Competitive pay and a Total Rewards package that includes fertility and adoption support, educator-focused mental-health care, and everyday perks like Safeway grocery discounts.

• Growth & Opportunity: Weekly 1:1 coaching, data-driven feedback, and clear career pathways such as Apprentice Teacher and Emerging Leader.

• Rewards & Recognition: Core Value and TOAST Awards, milestone celebrations, and the signature Flower Person Award honoring staff who help our community flourish.

• Whole Human Wellness: Access to the Therapist of Color Collaborative, Wellness Wednesdays, comprehensive health coverage, and six weeks of paid parental leave.

• Thriving in Colorado: Time to recharge with 11+ weeks off each year, relocation support for out of state applicants, and local discounts that help you enjoy life in our beautiful sunshine filled state.

Learn more about our Quantum 5 Culture and Compensation & Benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, National origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), Age (40 and older), Disability, Genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.