Human Resource Generalist

Key Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, process personnel actions, and ensure all HR transactions adhere to policies and legal standards.
• Generate and analyze HR metrics, create dashboards, and identify areas for improvement.
• Process payroll adjustments, review timesheets, reconcile discrepancies, and address payroll inquiries.
• Assist with recruitments as needed.
• Present HR initiatives and facilitate communication with employees and management.
• Assess information objectively and make sound judgments in complex situations; anticipate and plan for potential issues.

Qualifications

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience: 2–4 years of proven experience in HR operations, payroll processing, onboarding, training, and development.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of payroll best practices, and HRIS platforms.
• Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, high proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
• Interpersonal: Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; proven ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Teamwork: Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to changing priorities.
• Data Analysis: Ability to analyze HR data and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Work Ethic: High level of integrity and commitment to excellence.

About The Role

Location: 160 East 300 South Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111 United States
Background Check Required: Yes
Drug Test Required: Yes
No Schedule Code: AG

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

Why You Should Join Our Team

The Utah Attorney General’s Office offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment. As counselors, protectors, and stewards, the Office plays a vital role in defending both the U.S. and Utah constitutions, protecting residents, and preserving the resources that make Utah special. You’ll contribute to upholding justice, advising state agencies, and safeguarding the rights and interests of Utah’s citizens.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.