Job Details

HR Generalist

Position Number: 6876169
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Human Resources

HR Generalist

Job Summary

The University Human Resource Management department is seeking two HR Generalist to support University and Academic Health Sciences staff. The University of Utah is the state's flagship institution of higher education, with 18 schools and colleges, more than 100 undergraduate majors and graduate programs, and an enrollment of more than 36,000 students. It is a member of the Association of American Universities-an invitation-only, prestigious group of 71 leading research institutions. Ranked #1 public university in the West by the Wall Street Journal, the U strives to be a model public university in delivering unmatched value in higher education and healthcare while making social, economic and cultural contributions that improve the quality of life throughout the state, the nation and the world.

The HR Generalist provides front-line Human Resources support to our client departments, serving as a primary point of contact for routine HR questions and administrative requests. This early-career role focuses on accurate execution of employee lifecycle transactions, onboarding support, and maintenance of employee records, while ensuring all HR actions follow established policies and employment laws.

Working closely with senior HR team members and partners in their assigned departments, the HR Generalist assists with recruiting and onboarding processes, manages personnel records in our HR systems, ensures all necessary processes are followed for employee lifecycle changes, and delivers responsive, customer-focused service to assigned departments. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys detail-oriented work, learning HR processes and systems, and building a strong foundation for a career in Human Resources.

The University of Utah offers a generous benefits package to qualifying employees:
At the University of Utah, your pay is just one part of your total compensation. Building your career at the University of Utah means more than earning a paycheck. It's a meaningful investment in your future, your well-being, and your community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're dedicated to supporting their journey every step of the way. This comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower every aspect of your life, including health and financial security, education, personal development, and everyday perks. We are committed to investing in our people, which is why our benefits are built to support your success. Here's what you can expect:

Excellent health, dental, and wellness coverage at affordable rates
14.2% retirement contributions*
11 paid Holidays per year
Generous paid leave time, including paid parental leave
Flexible spending accounts
50% tuition reduction for employee after completing probationary period, and spouse, and dependent children after three years
Free transit on most UTA services
A Wellness Program to promote health and quality of life
Growth and professional development opportunities
Staff perks, including access to Red Butte Garden, UMFA, and Natural History Museum of Utah
Discounts on a variety of products & services, including athletic events, cell phone plans, Hyatt legal plans, auto, home, accident, & pet insurance, health & fitness, restaurants, retail, travel, & more

We encourage you to explore and compare our total compensation package. You can use the U's total compensation estimator to calculate the approximate value of your total compensation at: https://www.hr.utah.edu/comp/totalcomp.php If you have any questions on how to use the estimator tool, please contact Human Resources at 801-581-7447.

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

* For the majority of employees, the University contributes an amount equal to 14.2% of pay to a 401(a) Retirement Plan. If you previously worked for the University and were enrolled in a Utah Retirement Systems (URS) retirement plan, Utah law requires that you be re-enrolled in the same URS plan upon rehire. If you were enrolled in a URS plan with another employer and wish to be enrolled during your University employment, you must complete the Irrevocable Election (online at https://benefits.utah.edu/retirement-plan-election/) before your first paycheck. Certain individuals are not eligible for retirement benefits: employees serving as an exchange employee from outside the State of Utah (such as J-1 exchange visitors) and educational trainees and individuals whose employment is incidental to their educational program (such as F-1 students, including those with OPT and OPT STEM authorization).

Responsibilities
HR Generalist, I:

Serve as a friendly, front-line point of contact for employees and managers, answering nuanced HR questions and directing more complex issues to senior HR team members
Process employee lifecycle transactions in the HRIS (e.g., hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations) according to established processes with accuracy and required approvals
Post job openings and support recruiting activities using the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
Assist with onboarding and pre-employment tasks, including ordering and tracking background checks, drug screens, and new hire documentation
Ensure HR actions follow established policies, procedures, and employment laws, with guidance and support from HR leadership
Track HR requests, approvals, and completed actions to ensure timely follow-through and clear documentation
Partner closely with HR team members to support day-to-day operations and special projects
Provide professional, responsive, and customer-focused support to assigned departments
Support additional HR activities and projects as needed

Typically requires a bachelor's + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's degree. This is an Entry Level position in the General Professional track. This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Job Code: P21041 Grade: P14

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) with up to 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's degree. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

1-3 years of experience in an HR, administrative, or customer service role
Experience with PeopleSoft and/or PeopleAdmin, or other HRIS
Strong organizational skills and follow-through when managing multiple requests
Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
Previous exposure to HR policies, procedures, and/or employment law
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel
Reliable and adaptable in an evolving environment

Special Instructions
Priority review may be given to applications received by February 4, 2026.

Requisition Number: PRN44103B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Hybrid position - requires the incumbent to work a minimum of two days per week on campus.
Department: 00410 - Human Resources
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $51,000
Close Date: 2/15/2026
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/195416