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Salary: $29.70 Hourly Location : Salt Lake County, UT Job Type: Full Time Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 47257 Agency: 150 Department of Government Operations Unit: 3511 DGO HR - DWS/DFI/PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION FIELD SERVICES OFFICES Opening Date: 12/05/2025 Closing Date: 12/11/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA: Exempt Recruiter: Liz Vander Linden - evander@utah.gov - 801-957-7232 # of Openings: 1 Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check. Location: This position is currently a hybrid of in-office and telework days (two days a week, in office required) at the Olene Walker Building, 140 E 300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84111. Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period. Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details. 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. Job Description Do you have experience with solving employment liability issues and advising leadership on HR Solutions? The Utah Division of Human Resource Management (DHRM) is seeking a Human Resource Agency Partner to deliver high quality HR services. This position will support the Department of Workforces Services (DWS), Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), and Public Service Commission (PSC). As a member of this HR Field team, you will serve as a consultant and strategic advisor to the agency management teams you support, providing comprehensive HR solutions aligned with agency missions, strategic plans, and objectives, including application of FMLA, ADA, corrective/disciplinary action, and workplace investigations. The anticipated pay rate for this position is $29.70 per hour. All candidates selected to fill vacancies at the Division of Human Resource Management (DHRM) may be reassigned to other work locations within Salt Lake or Utah counties at any time based on business need. Preference may be given to current DHRM employees. Why You Should Join Our Team This is an opportunity to make a difference in your state! Along with the satisfaction of supporting the hiring needs of this high profile agency. You will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as generous paid time off so you can have a positive work life balance.Click here to view a summary of all the benefits we offer. The Agency To learn more about DHRM,click here. DHRM vision: Evolve then elevate the employee experience. Responsibilities Primary Duties • Business Acumen: Partners with agency leaders to translate agency goals into actionable HR strategies. • Strategic Thinking: Conducts workforce analysis and develops long-term human capital plans. • Consultative Skills: Provides guidance and coaching to managers on performance management, employee relations, and talent development. • Relationship Management: Collaborates effectively with HR colleagues and other departments to deliver seamless HR services. • Communication Skills: Presents HR initiatives to agency leaders and facilitates communication between employees and management. • Employee Relations Expertise: Provides guidance on employee relations issues, conducts thorough and impartial investigations, manages ADA accommodations, and administers FMLA leave. Consults,advises, and assists management on employee discipline, recommends appropriate disciplinary actions, and ensures compliance with policies and procedures. Executes job duties in compliance with applicable laws. Effectively demonstrates and advises management encouraging the consistent application of policies and procedures. • Performance Management: Provides guidance and coaching to managers on performance management, including setting performance expectations, providing feedback, and conducting performance reviews. Consults and advises management on the development and implementation of performance improvement plans, including identifying performance gaps, setting measurable goals, and providing ongoing support and monitoring. • Compliance & Risk Management: Executes job duties in compliance with applicable laws. Provides insight and advice on how to ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations, including ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and EEO. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of changes in employment law and best practices. • Talent Management Expertise: Supports talent development initiatives, including succession planning and leadership development programs. • Change Management Expertise:Provides guidance and support to agencies during periods of change. • Data Analysis & Interpretation: Works with HR partners to provide agencies with HR metrics and dashboards to track progress and demonstrate value. Generates standard HR reports, analyzes HR metrics, and identifies areas for improvement. • Training and Development: Identifies training needs, creates engaging training materials, delivers training and evaluates the effectiveness of training programs. • Critical Thinking: Objectively assesses information and makes sound judgments in complex or ambiguous situations. Anticipates potential problems and develops contingency plans. Qualifications Required Qualifications • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. • Proven experience in Human Resources (e.g. employee relations, training & development). • Strong understanding of applicable federal and state employment laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, Title VII). • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. • Strong organizational and attention to detail skills. • Ability to analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions. • Proven ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders. • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. • High level of work ethic and commitment to excellence. • Adaptability and flexibility to changing priorities. • A strong desire for continuous learning and professional development. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, related field or work related experience. • DHRM Preference may be given. Supplemental Information • Employment contingent on passing a background check. • NOTE: Division of Human Resource Management rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state employees. • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. • Free dedicated employee parking is available at this location. Benefits: The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click FMLA General Notice: (right click + open link in new tab) (clic derecho + abrir en una pestaña nueva?) 01 ONLY APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. As part of this application process, you must upload your resume into your application profile. Your answers to the questions on this application must be supported by your resume or work history. "See resume" or "see previous response" is not an acceptable response to any question. Please answer all questions fully. Failure to follow these terms may result in disqualification from further consideration for this position. • I acknowledge I have read and understand the above statement 02 To ensure your potential employment with the Department of Government Operations does not violate the law (Utah Code 52-3-1), or agency policy; if you have any relatives employed with the Department of Government Operations, please list their name below and indicate your relationship. Please note that listing a relative will not automatically disqualify you from employment. If you have no relatives working for the Department of Government Operations, please enter "no relatives at DGO". 03 Please select all the areas of knowledge and working experience you have with: • Division of Human Resource Management (DHRM) Policies • Division of Human Resource Management (DHRM) Rules • State of Utah Employment Law • Federal Employment Law 04 How many years of professional HR experience do you have in employee liability issues, such as employee performance management, disciplinary actions, grievances, and conducting investigations? • Less than 1 year • 1 - 2 years • 3 - 4 years • 5+ years 05 How many years of experience do you have consulting with management on employee employee liability and other Human Resource issues? • Less than 1 year • 1 - 2 years • 3 - 4 years • 5+ years 06 Please select all the areas of employment law/liability you have professional experience in analyzing, drawing conclusions, or making decisions as an HR professional. • None listed • FMLA • ADA • LTD • Workers' Compensation Claims • Title VII 07 How many years of professional experience do you have crafting written communications effectively and professionally for workplace investigation reports, policies and procedures. • Less than 1 year • 1 - 2 years • 3 - 4 years • 5+ years 08 Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting. • State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah) • Referred by a Friend or Family • Indeed • Other External Job Board or Site • LinkedIn • Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) • DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov) • Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc.) • Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague) • University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc.) • Contacted by a Recruiter • Career or Job Fair • Internship • Interviewed for different position • Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc.) • Jobwise • Other (not listed above) Required Question