Human Resources Senior Specialist

United Trading Group; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

United Trading Group is seeking a Human Resources Senior Specialist to lead benefits strategy, compliance, and program development in Utah. Hybrid work arrangement combines in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

You will partner with senior leadership, oversee benefit implementations, and mentor staff while ensuring regulatory compliance and data-driven decisions across statewide programs.

Qualifications

• Hands-on benefit experience required; other HR topics may supplement.
• Experience advising senior leadership and executives.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, FMLA regulations.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and advise decisions.
• Experience leading projects or process improvements.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Discretion handling sensitive, complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Support HR Manager in strategic and operational benefits decisions.
• Serve as a benefits SME for statewide programs and guidance.
• Provide input to internal partners and senior leaders.
• Recommend and implement program goals and enhancements.
• Develop, revise, and maintain policies and procedures.
• Coordinate benefit implementations with administrators and agencies.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state laws and internal policies.
• Research market trends and assess impacts on programs.
• Collect, analyze, and report benefits data for leadership.
• Develop training materials and mentor staff.
• Lead projects and facilitate meetings with executives.
• Oversee workflows and evaluate program operations for efficiency.

Skills

Hands-on benefits experience

Advising leadership

Benefits regulations knowledge

Data analysis & trends

Project leadership

Communication & presentation

Discretion & judgment

Education

Degree in Human Resources

Job description

Human Resources Senior Specialist

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary – $31.00 - $40.00 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Application Deadline – 10/18/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

Subject Matter Expertise & Consultation

• Supports the HR Manager in making strategic and operational benefits decisions.
• Serves as one of the subject matter experts for the statewide benefits package.
• Provides input on consultation, guidance, and recommendations to internal partners and senior leaders across state government.

Program Development & Management

• Recommend and implement program goals, objectives, and enhancements.
• Develop, revise, and maintain rules, policies, standards, and operating procedures.
• Coordinate program activities and benefit implementations with third-party administrators, government agencies, and other stakeholders.

Compliance & Research

• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Research market trends and emerging benefit offerings; analyze potential impacts on statewide programs.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Collect, analyze, and interpret benefits-related data.
• Prepare reports and present findings to various audiences, including senior leaders.

Training & Education

• Develop and deliver training materials, presentations, and instructional resources.
• Write copy and other communications to promote employee benefits.
• Mentor and train staff on rules, practices, and procedures.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead projects, committees, and work groups; delegate tasks and monitor progress.
• Facilitate meetings and collaborate with executive-level stakeholders.
• Respond independently to inquiries and correspondence, including communication with executive-level officials.

Operations Oversight

• Oversee workflow to ensure program objectives and deadlines are met.
• Evaluate program operations for efficiency, quality, and compliance, and recommend improvements.

Qualifications

• Hands-on benefit experience required. Other closely related HR specialty experience may be used to augment some direct benefit experience.
• Proven experience advising leadership and executive-level stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of benefits regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, FMLA).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed recommendations.
• Experience leading projects or process-improvement initiatives.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive, complex issues with discretion and independent judgment.
• Education: A degree in Human Resources or a related field is helpful but equivalent professional experience may be substituted in full.

About the Role

Location – 4315 S 2700 W Taylorsville, Utah 84129 United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here.

• 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.

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. For accommodations, please contact [phone].