Strategic HR Partner for Campus Units

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

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Job summary

University of Utah is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to provide integrated HR support to leaders, supervisors, and employees within assigned units. The role interprets HR policies, guides managers on talent practices, and ensures compliant execution of HR processes in coordination with regional HR leadership.

The department will hire at levels I–III with pay ranges based on level and budget, including a pay rate range of $55,500 to $75,500 depending on placement.

Qualifications

• 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (example: Bachelor's degree = 4 years of related work experience).
• Department may hire at one of the following job levels: HR Partner I/II/III with varying experience and pay.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR partner to assigned units, building relationships.
• Advise leaders and employees on HR strategies, policies, and day-to-day practices.
• Direct employees to HR resources for FMLA, workers' comp, leave programs, benefits, and other matters.
• Review and approve higher-risk HR Operations transactions for accuracy and compliance.
• Advise on classifications, compensation alignment, and reclassifications.
• Participate in workforce and talent discussions with HR leadership.
• Implement HR programs and initiatives within units.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance management lifecycle.
• Monitor adherence to university policies and procedures.
• Facilitate employee relations matters with Central Employee Relations.

Skills

HR policy knowledge

Advising leaders

Employee relations

Workforce planning

Recruitment guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

University of Utah is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to provide integrated HR support to leaders, supervisors, and employees within assigned units. The role interprets HR policies, guides managers on talent practices, and ensures compliant execution of HR processes in coordination with regional HR leadership.

The department will hire at levels I–III with pay ranges based on level and budget, including a pay rate range of $55,500 to $75,500 depending on placement.