HR Generalist Jobs in Utah

A Human Resources (HR) Generalist is a professional who manages the day-to-day operations of human resource functions and duties. They carry a wide range of responsibilities, including recruitment and selection, onboarding new hires, providing training and development opportunities, managing compensation and benefits, ensuring legal compliance, and handling employee relations matters. They also play a crucial role in developing and implementing HR policies and systems that align with the company's strategy. They act as a bridge between management and employees, ensuring smooth communication and promptly addressing demands, grievances or other issues.

Key skills needed for an HR Generalist include strong interpersonal and communication skills, problem-solving abilities, decision-making skills, and proficiency in HRIS and related software. Professional certifications such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) are valuable additions to their profile. Prior to becoming an HR Generalist, individuals often gain experience in roles such as HR Assistant, HR Coordinator, or Recruitment Specialist. These roles allow them to understand the functioning of a HR department and develop necessary skills before moving into a Generalist position.

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Human Resources Specialist

  • TreeHouse Foods
  • Ogden, UT
  • 15 hours ago
  • Ogden, UT
  • 15 hours ago

relations and policy compliance....

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Human Resources Specialist (Military) (Indef) (Title 32)

  • Air National Guard Units
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 1 day ago

This National Guard position is for a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY) (INDEF) (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1622000and is part of the 151st FSS located in Salt Lake City, with the...

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Office Manager / HR Operations Specialist (part-time 28 hours/week)

  • Brigham Young University
  • Provo, UT
  • 3 days ago
  • Provo, UT
  • 3 days ago

Why Work at BYU As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in...

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HR Generalist

  • Datavant
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 4 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 4 days ago

As an HR Generalist, you will perform HR related duties at the professional level and may carry out responsibilities with employee relations, investigations, and planning and development....

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HR Generalist- Supply Chain

  • Nature's Sunshine Products Inc.
  • Spanish Fork, UT
  • 5 days ago
  • Spanish Fork, UT
  • 5 days ago

Support employee relations by addressing basic concerns and escalating complex issues as needed....

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HR Generalist

  • Matlen Silver, Inc.
  • Provo, UT
  • 6 days ago
  • Provo, UT
  • 6 days ago

Description Only W2, No C2C Job Title: HR Generalist Duration: 6+ months Contract (potential conversion) Location: Provo UT Required Pay Scale: $23-$24/hr on W2 Due to client requirements this role...

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TaylorMED Payroll Administrator / HR Generalist

  • Larry H. Miller Sports & Entertainment
  • Sandy, UT
  • 6 days ago
  • Sandy, UT
  • 6 days ago

preferred), timekeeping, audits, and employee payroll changes required. • Experience supporting HR processes such as onboarding, employee records, compliance, employee relations, benefits, leave, and...

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HR Generalist

  • Bristol Hospice
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 7 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 7 days ago

Relations, FMLA, ADA Familiarity with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills High level of professionalism,...

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42A Human Resources Specialist

  • Army National Guard
  • Bluffdale, UT
  • 11 days ago
  • Bluffdale, UT
  • 11 days ago

When a Soldier has a question about benefits, policy, or needs help with a sensitive issue, the Army National Guard's Human Resources Specialist is the primary go-to person. As an HR Specialist,...

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Employee Experience HR Associate II

  • University Of Utah Health
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 13 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 13 days ago

Overview As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission...

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HR Generalist

  • Five Inc
  • Lehi, UT
  • 16 days ago
  • Lehi, UT
  • 16 days ago

Five Inc is looking for a HR Generalist to manage all HR related tasks and programs related to the company's most important asset- our team members....

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HR Specialist (Classification), GS-0201-02T03

  • Department of the Air Force
  • Hill Air Force Base, UT
  • 17 days ago
  • Hill Air Force Base, UT
  • 17 days ago

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a senior HR...

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HR Generalist

  • Stratus HR
  • Sandy, UT
  • 18 days ago
  • Sandy, UT
  • 18 days ago

Recruits for various positions and coordinates new-employee orientation, pre-employment tests, reference checks, exit interviews, and other recruiting and retention strategies....

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HR Service Center Representatives

  • The Univeristy of Utah
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 19 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 19 days ago

Details Open Date: 05/14/2026 Requisition Number: PRN45079B Job Title: HR Service Center Representatives Working Title: HR Service Center Representatives Career Progression Track: S00 Track Level:...

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HR Generalist - Team Member Engagement and Retention

  • Fox Pest Control
  • Logan, UT
  • 19 days ago
  • Logan, UT
  • 19 days ago

Knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and employee relations. High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality....

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Demographic Data for Utah

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HR Generalist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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HR Fundamentals
HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
WISDOM - Tomorrow’s Doctor, Today: Supporting Today’s Expert Generalist GP
General Practitioner (GP) roles are changing and so is the scope of professional skills needed for clinical practice. Healthcare professionals are more often confronted with complex problems,...
Strategic HR Management
This course is about both the design and execution of human resource management strategies. This course has two central themes: (1) How to think systematically and strategically about aspects of...

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Salary for HR Generalist Jobs in Utah

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.


Highest Education Level

HR Generalists in Utah offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.5%
Master's Degree
28.7%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Generalists in Utah
4-6 years
50.9%
1-2 years
30.0%
2-4 years
7.8%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
6-8 years
4.6%
None
1.6%
10+ years
0.5%



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