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Public service, people-first.
HR Professional · Political Science · Denver, CO
About
I'm Diana Elias — an HR professional and Political Science graduate passionate about building equitable workplaces and amplifying human potential. Based in Denver, CO, I bring a people-first perspective to every organization I serve.
My background in Political Science informs how I think about power, policy, and institutional change — skills I apply to craft HR strategies that are both effective and just.
Let's ConnectExperience
Supporting talent acquisition, employee relations, and policy development for a public-sector workforce. Partner with department heads to align HR strategy with municipal priorities and equity goals.
Managed onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance for a mission-driven nonprofit. Developed training materials and coordinated staff development programs across member organizations.
Provided operational and HR support within a university administrative office. Assisted with faculty recruitment coordination, records management, and policy research.
Expertise
Full-cycle recruitment, job analysis, structured interviewing, and equitable hiring practices aligned with organizational values.
Conflict resolution, performance management, policy interpretation, and fostering positive workplace cultures.
Employment law, regulatory compliance, handbook development, and public-sector HR governance.
Designing inclusive programs, equity audits, bias mitigation in hiring, and building belonging initiatives.
Curriculum design, facilitating workshops, needs assessments, and employee learning journeys.
Political Science foundation applied to navigating institutional systems, policy advocacy, and civic engagement.
Education
Philosophy
"The best HR work is invisible — when people feel seen, supported, and empowered to do their best work, you know the systems are right."
Contact
I'm always open to meaningful conversations about HR, public service, and building workplaces where people thrive. Reach out — I'd love to connect.