University of Utah
Strategic Planning Analysts
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University of Utah is hiring a Strategic Planning Analyst. The analyst coordinates strategy implementation activities for HMHI, ensuring that strategic priorities are executed by working with cross-department teams, tracking progress, maintaining reporting systems, and supporting leadership communications.
Highlights
- Coordinate daily tasks to advance strategy implementation for HMHI.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align and execute strategic initiatives.
- Monitor timelines, capture action items, and maintain progress trackers and dashboards.
- Prepare reports and presentations to update leadership on progress, risks, and opportunities.
- Maintain systems that support scheduling and tracking of strategic goals.
- Positions available at two levels: Analyst II requires a bachelor's plus 4 years or master's plus 2 years experience; Analyst III requires a bachelor's plus 6 years or master's plus 4 years experience.
- Expected pay range for Analyst II: $62,993 – $77,167; for Analyst III: $83,844 – $102,709.
- Role reports to Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives in the HMHI Administration department.
- Requires proficiency in business process analysis, workforce planning, and operational reviews.
- Full-time, 40 hours per week, day shift, administrative classification.
Strategic Planning Analysts Full Description
Strategic Planning Analysts
Announcement
Details
Open Date | 01/13/2026
Requisition Number | PRN44024B
Job Title | Strategic Planning Analysts
Working Title | Strategic Planning Analyst
Career Progression Track | P00
Track Level | P3 - Career, P2 - Developing
FLSA Code | Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | Yes
Standard Hours per Week | 40
Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time
Shift | Day
Work Schedule Summary |
VP Area | U of U Health - Academics
Department | 02135 - HMHI Administration
Location | Campus
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment | External Posting
Pay Rate Range | Please see below.
Close Date | 04/13/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) |
Job Summary | The Strategic Planning Analyst position plays an important role in supporting the implementation of HMHI’s strategy. Reporting to the Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives, this position helps ensure that strategic priorities are translated into action by coordinating activities, tracking progress, and maintaining the systems that keep initiatives on schedule. The Analyst works across departments to support initiative owners, prepare updates for leadership, and strengthen the infrastructure needed for successful execution. This role is a key member of the strategy implementation team, helping HMHI deliver on its mission and long-term goals.
Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu
Responsibilities | Essential Functions:
• Coordinate the day-to-day tasks that help move strategy implementation forward.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support alignment and timely execution of initiatives.
• Suggest and support process improvements that make strategy execution smoother and more effective.
• Monitor timelines, capture meeting action items, and follow up to help keep projects on track.
• Work with team leaders and initiative owners to update and share action plans.
• Maintain the systems and tools (dashboards, trackers, schedules) that show progress on goals and initiatives.
• Prepare clear reports, presentations, and communication materials that keep leadership and stakeholders informed on progress, risks, and opportunities.
Department intends to fill one vacancies and may choose to fill at any of the below job levels dependent on departmental needs and budget:
Strategic Planning Analyst, II
This position will utilize a strong understanding of business process analysis, workforce planning, and operational reviews. Collaborate across teams throughout the strategic planning process. Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conduct work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.
Expected Pay Range: $62,993 – $77,167
Strategic Planning Analyst, III
This position will utilize a strong understanding of business process analysis, workforce planning, and operational reviews. Collaborate across teams throughout the strategic planning process. Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline. Conduct complex, important work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment.
Expected Pay Range: $83,844 – $102,709
Minimum Qualifications | EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Strategic Planning Analyst, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Strategic Planning Analyst, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences |
Type | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary |
Additional Information | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Requisition Number | PRN44024B
Job Title | Strategic Planning Analysts
Working Title | Strategic Planning Analyst
Career Progression Track | P00
Track Level | P3 - Career, P2 - Developing
FLSA Code | Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | Yes
Standard Hours per Week | 40
Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time
Shift | Day
Work Schedule Summary |
VP Area | U of U Health - Academics
Department | 02135 - HMHI Administration
Location | Campus
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment | External Posting
Pay Rate Range | Please see below.
Close Date | 04/13/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) |
Job Summary | The Strategic Planning Analyst position plays an important role in supporting the implementation of HMHI’s strategy. Reporting to the Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives, this position helps ensure that strategic priorities are translated into action by coordinating activities, tracking progress, and maintaining the systems that keep initiatives on schedule. The Analyst works across departments to support initiative owners, prepare updates for leadership, and strengthen the infrastructure needed for successful execution. This role is a key member of the strategy implementation team, helping HMHI deliver on its mission and long-term goals.
Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu
Responsibilities | Essential Functions:
• Coordinate the day-to-day tasks that help move strategy implementation forward.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support alignment and timely execution of initiatives.
• Suggest and support process improvements that make strategy execution smoother and more effective.
• Monitor timelines, capture meeting action items, and follow up to help keep projects on track.
• Work with team leaders and initiative owners to update and share action plans.
• Maintain the systems and tools (dashboards, trackers, schedules) that show progress on goals and initiatives.
• Prepare clear reports, presentations, and communication materials that keep leadership and stakeholders informed on progress, risks, and opportunities.
Department intends to fill one vacancies and may choose to fill at any of the below job levels dependent on departmental needs and budget:
Strategic Planning Analyst, II
This position will utilize a strong understanding of business process analysis, workforce planning, and operational reviews. Collaborate across teams throughout the strategic planning process. Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conduct work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.
Expected Pay Range: $62,993 – $77,167
Strategic Planning Analyst, III
This position will utilize a strong understanding of business process analysis, workforce planning, and operational reviews. Collaborate across teams throughout the strategic planning process. Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline. Conduct complex, important work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment.
Expected Pay Range: $83,844 – $102,709
Minimum Qualifications | EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Strategic Planning Analyst, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Strategic Planning Analyst, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences |
Type | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary |
Additional Information | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is your highest level of completed education?
- None
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- * How many years of related work experience do you have?
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
- 10 years or more, but less than 12 years
- 12 years or more, but less than 14 years
- 14 years or more
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
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