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Open Date 06/03/2026 Requisition Number PRN45258B Job Title HR Generalist Working Title HR Generalist Career Progression Track P00 Track Level P1 - Entry Level Pro FLSA Code Professional Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary
Hybrid position - requires the incumbent to work a minimum of two days per week on campus.
VP Area President Department 00410 - Human Resources Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $51,000 Close Date 06/19/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 06/10/2026 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:
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
Responsibilities
HR Generalist, I:
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 required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly 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).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
HR Generalist, I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) with up to 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's degree.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
Posting Specific Questions
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High School Diploma or Equivalent
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctorate Degree
Less than 2 years
2 years or more, but less than 4 years
4 years or more, but less than 6 years
6 years or more, but less than 8 years
8 years or more, but less than 10 years
10 years or more, but less than 12 years
12 years or more, but less than 14 years
14 years or more
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
Yes
No
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)?
Yes
No
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The state’s oldest and largest institution of higher education, the University of Utah is the flagship university of the state. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs to more than 31,000 students (23,500 undergraduate and 7,500 graduate). The University is noted for its high research profile, its diversity of ideas and people, its stunningly beautiful setting and the warmth, friendliness, and collegiality of its faculty staff, and students. Imagine yourself working in a collaborative, creative, respectful environment where everyone’s contribution is needed and appreciated – University of Utah!