Job Description

Aspen Hospitality, a division of Aspen One, develops, owns, and operates a growing portfolio of luxury and upper-scale hotels, private clubs, and branded residential properties under The Nell and Limelight brands. This includes The Little Nell, Aspen’s only Five-Star, Five-Diamond ski-in/ski-out hotel and its affiliated Residences located at the base of Aspen Mountain, as well as a new Nell property currently in development at Rockefeller Center in New York City.

Aspen Hospitality’s Limelight hotels are located across Colorado, with locations in Aspen, Snowmass, Denver, and Boulder, in Ketchum, Idaho, and in Mammoth, California. Our newest Limelight hotel in Charleston, South Carolina will open in 2028.

Aspen Hospitality also owns and operates the Aspen Mountain Club, Snowmass Mountain Club, and Mammoth Lakes Mountain Club. For more information, visit

Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains. 

Job Description

Position Summary 
The Human Resources Generalist serves as a strategic partner, providing professional-level HR support for the Limelight Denver & Boulder hotels and the Aspen Hospitality corporate office in areas such as employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, performance management, and HR operations. This position serves as a trusted advisor, balancing strategic initiatives with day-to-day HR functions to enhance employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and operational efficiency. With a focus on maintaining confidentiality and integrity, the HR Generalist contributes to the development and implementation of policies, programs, and processes that align with business objectives while supporting a fair, inclusive, and legally compliant work environment. This position reports to the Limelight Hotels Director of Human Resources & the Aspen Hospitality VP of Human Resources. 

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience; all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.

Job Posting Deadline 
Applications for this position will be accepted until December 21, 2025.

Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities  
• Support the development, implementation and facilitation of training programs, leadership development programs and new employee onboarding programs
• Plans and conducts new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward company goals 
• Keeps records and completes data entry of benefits plans participation such as insurance and retirement plan, personnel transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, and terminations, and employee statistics for internal government reporting 
• Investigate and resolve employee relations issues, ensuring fairness, consistency, and adherence to company policies and labor laws
• Interpret and enforce federal, state, and local employment laws, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, and workplace safety regulations
• Support internal audits and compliance reporting to maintain HR best practices
• Advise employees on benefits programs and assist with the coordination of the annual benefits fair
• Support the leave of absence process, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and company-sponsored leave policies 
• Guide managers and employees through the performance evaluation process, ensuring alignment with company goals
• Provide coaching on performance improvement plans (PIPs), corrective action, and professional growth 
• Maintain HRIS records, personnel files, and compliance documentation, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality
• Analyze HR metrics such as turnover, engagement, and workforce trends to support decision-making
• Collaborate on policy development, process improvements, and HR initiatives to enhance operational efficiency
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements 
• 1+ years of HR administration experience, preferably in a professional or corporate setting
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred but not required 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR compliance 
• Strong grasp of employee relations, benefits administration, and HR policy implementation
• Experience with HRIS systems, data reporting, and analytics
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS platforms, and reporting tools 
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures 
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills
• Strong ability to interpret policies, laws, and regulations to provide guidance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in complex HR matters
• Ability to work in collaboration with others to achieve team goals
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, completing work at a high standard
• Ability to work in person at multiple job locations within Boulder and Denver, CO

Additional Information

Work Environment & Physical Demands
• Ability to stand, type and sit at desk/computer for most of the work shift executing repetitive movements
• No adverse or hazardous conditions
• Not required, but preferred to be able to occasionally lift, push or pull 25 lbs. individually or with assistance

Job Benefits 
This position is classified as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
• Flexible Spending Account Programs
• Life Insurance Programs
• Paid Time Off Programs
• Paid Leave Programs
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes 
• Other company perks

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. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.

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Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

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