Job Details

Manager of Recruitment, Onboarding, and Retention

Position Number: 6299246
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Human Resources

Manager of Recruitment, Onboarding, and Retention

Job Summary

The Natural History Museum of Utah (NHMU) is hiring a dynamic administrative professional with a strategic vision to serve as the manager of our Recruitment, Onboarding, and Retention team. This exciting opportunity to lead NHMU's human resources unit is a chance to work at one of the most interesting workplaces around, where fascinating scientific research takes place and is shared with the public.
One of NHMU's five key strategic goals is "Invest in Our Team". The Manager of Recruitment, Onboarding, and Retention is a key champion of the efforts necessary to achieve this goal. NHMU is at the outset of a multi-year project with a leading consulting firm, on what has been dubbed our "Best Place to Work" initiative. The successful candidate in this position will serve as the project manager. In addition to managing this project, the successful candidate will also be responsible for coordinating NHMU's internship program and will manage the work of a group of employees whose responsibilities include recruiting, onboarding, and training all of the paid and volunteer staff who make the work of the Museum happen every day. In addition, the successful candidate will have opportunities to serve on various committees and working groups, and to interact with a wide array of skilled professionals both at NHMU and in other areas of the University of Utah.

NHMU enjoys a beautiful and convenient location on the foothills of the Wasatch mountain range minutes from many of the world's best outdoor recreation locations and close to downtown Salt Lake City. In addition to your competitive salary, the University of Utah provides full-time employees with comprehensive benefits including tuition reduction, healthcare, life insurance, and retirement. Additionally, all NHMU employees receive a free UTA transportation pass, free employee parking, free museum admission, and opportunities for professional development in a flexible, collaborative environment.

At the Natural History Museum of Utah, we know that our strength comes from the varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our team. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and strive to recruit, support, and retain a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Every member of our team, across all departments and levels, plays a vital role in creating exceptional, memorable, and multifaceted experiences for our guests, partners, and community.

To ensure this, all staff receive ongoing training and are expected to contribute to an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and inspired.

Join us in making NHMU a place where curiosity thrives, and learning is for everyone!

Responsibilities
Manage the Best Place To Work initiative, including being the main point of contact with our consulting firm, and chairing the Steering Committees. Manage NHMU's transition to UCareer, working with NHMU's Director of Administration, University of Utah Human Resources, and NHMU Managers to assure that staff are properly placed, and the program is properly communicated to NHMU staff and managers. Mentor NHMU's managers and supervisors, assuring that they are trained and supported to contribute to NHMU being an exceptional workplace, and are regularly evaluating their staff and keeping current on all required trainings. Manage the work of an employee charged with recruiting and onboarding efforts, assuring compliance with UU policy and procedure, providing great service to NHMU supervisors and staff. Manage the work of an employee charged with updating our training program and transitioning to asynchronous online orientation and training. Pursue a long term strategy for staff training and professional development consistent with being one of the best places to work. Manage the work of an employee charged with recruiting, onboarding, training, scheduling, and recognition efforts for Museum volunteers. Engage in strategic level discussions about how to best recruit new volunteers, utilize existing volunteers, and how to make sure those volunteers feel fulfilled and valued in their roles. Serve as liaison and primary ombuds to University provided benefits, services, and opportunities. Participate in Museum- and Campus-wide committees, working groups, and task forces.

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.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
Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Four years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department's area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Completion of provided supervisory training within one year of employment may be required.

Master's degree in a related area may be preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
Individuals with a passion for the natural world and the work of NHMU Individuals with a working knowledge of University of Utah administrative processes, especially Human Resources processes Individuals with previous experience managing a large complex project while also keeping up with regular ongoing tasks Individuals whose previous work experience has allowed them to participate in an organization at a strategic direction-setting level

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN42153B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Generally Monday through Friday 9 AM - 5 PM, evenings or weekends may occasionally be required. This position is eligible for a hybrid in-office/work-from-home schedule, but the majority of your work time will be in-office.
Department: 00018 - Utah Museum of Natl Hist Oper
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $52,000 - $60,000 depending on experience
Close Date: 7/31/2025
Open Until Filled:

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