University of Utah
Workforce Operations Generalists
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Salt Lake City, UT
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $75K - $95K
💻 Human Resources
🗓️ November 7th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Utah is hiring a Workforce Operations Generalist. This role manages the full recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and ongoing HR coordination for Clinical Attending adjunct faculty, ensuring compliance with HR and Faculty Affairs processes while facilitating communication across departments and leadership. The position supports faculty workforce issues and maintains personnel readiness throughout the employment life-cycle.
Highlights
- Manage recruitment process, interview coordination, hiring preparation, and onboarding for Clinical Attending adjunct faculty.
- Maintain accurate documentation and comply with HR and Faculty Affairs policies.
- Coordinate with division/clinic leadership on provider leave (e.g., FMLA), employment verifications, and contract administration.
- Act as liaison between department and central Human Resources for workforce issues.
- Support faculty workforce and employee relations at the department level.
- Requires bachelor’s degree plus 4-6 years related experience or master’s degree plus 2-4 years related experience, depending on level.
- Familiarity with University of Utah faculty and clinical policies, healthcare administration, and academic faculty preferred.
- Experience in project management and human resources is advantageous.
- Full-time position with typical hours Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm; hybrid options available.
- Salary range: $75,000 - $95,000 per year.
Workforce Operations Generalists Full Description
Workforce Operations Generalists
Announcement
Details
Open Date | 11/05/2025
Requisition Number | PRN43518B
Job Title | Workforce Operations Generalists
Working Title | Senior Specialist, Clinical Faculty Workforce
Career Progression Track | P00
Track Level | P3 - Career, P2 - Developing
FLSA Code | Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No
Standard Hours per Week | 40
Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time
Shift | Day
Work Schedule Summary | Typical working hours Mon-Fri from 9am-5pm, Hybrid options available.
VP Area | U of U Health - Academics
Department | 00958 - DFPM-Administration
Location | Campus
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment | External Posting
Pay Rate Range | $75,000 - $95,000
Close Date | 02/02/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) | 11/19/2025
Job Summary | Workforce Operations Generalists
This role is central to the recruitment, hiring, on-boarding, and ongoing HR management and coordination of Clinical Attending adjunct faculty (Providers). It oversees the full recruitment cycle—from posting jobs to interview coordination and candidate selection support—followed by seamless hiring preparation, offer execution, and coordination of HR specific on-boarding activities.
The position ensures accurate documentation, compliance with HR and Faculty Affairs processes, and facilitates communication across departments, clinics, and leadership teams as appropriate. This includes, but is not limited to: working alongside division/clinic leadership on provider leave (e.g., FMLA), employment verifications, and contract administration or contractual updates.
This role is critical to maintaining Clinical Attending adjunct faculty (Provider) readiness and ensuring a positive Clinical Attending adjunct faculty (Provider) experience from recruitment through their employment life-cycle.
This position will be heavily involved in the support of the departments Faculty Affairs cyclical processes, that will ensure the departments continued alignment with all academic and governance matters within the School of Medicine and the University.
Responsibilities | Managing the bulk of workforce operations processes for department Clinical Attending adjunct faculty and appropriate clinical staff, including management of the recruitment process and interview coordination, employment life-cycle, employment file updates and record keeping, training as needed, and employee relations. Provide department-level support for faculty workforce issues. Act as a liaison between the department and central Human Resources. Work with department and embedded units concerning job postings, employment record keeping, processing actions such as resignations, terminations, and leave, as well as providing department-specific faculty HR onboarding and offboarding services. Maintain robust personnel records in accordance with University and department procedures and policies in partnership with central HR. Act as subject-matter expert in workforce services for clinical adjunct faculty and staff. Provide support for academic faculty services as needed. Other duties as assigned.
Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.eduThe department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels based on their business need and budget.
Workforce Operations Generalist, IIProvide workforce/human resource support to university department or division. Position reports to university department or division rather than to central HR. Perform various human resources duties in areas such as recruiting, employment, compensation, training, employee relations, or other special projects. Provide unit-level guidance on human resources issues. Partner with management teams to facilitate the delivery of HR services as appropriate. Acts as the HR liaison between the unit, Central Human Resources and internal and external customers. Serve as contact for employees in the unit and answer questions regarding HR policies and procedures. Coordinate HR processes with Central Human Resources. Work with Central Human Resources to coordinate salary actions, job postings and employee relations issues. Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.This is a Developing-Level position in the General Professional track.Job Code: P21012Grade: P15
Workforce Operations Generalist, IIIProvide workforce/human resource support to university department or division. Position reports to university department or division rather than to central HR. Perform various human resources duties in areas such as recruiting, employment, compensation, training, employee relations, or other special projects. Provide unit-level guidance on human resources issues. Partner with management teams to facilitate the delivery of HR services as appropriate. Acts as the HR liaison between the unit, Central Human Resources and internal and external customers. Serve as contact for employees in the unit and answer questions regarding HR policies and procedures. Coordinate HR processes with Central Human Resources. Work with Central Human Resources to coordinate salary actions, job postings and employee relations issues. Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline. Conducts complex, important work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment.Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.This is a Career-Level position in the General Professional track.Job Code: P21013Grade: P17
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:
Workforce Operations Generalist, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Workforce Operations Generalist, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences | Familiarity with University of Utah faculty and clinical policies and procedures.
Familiarity with Healthcare administration and or Academic Faculty.
Strong project management skills and or HR experience.
Type | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information | The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. 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.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)
383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.
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.
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 | PRN43518B
Job Title | Workforce Operations Generalists
Working Title | Senior Specialist, Clinical Faculty Workforce
Career Progression Track | P00
Track Level | P3 - Career, P2 - Developing
FLSA Code | Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No
Standard Hours per Week | 40
Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time
Shift | Day
Work Schedule Summary | Typical working hours Mon-Fri from 9am-5pm, Hybrid options available.
VP Area | U of U Health - Academics
Department | 00958 - DFPM-Administration
Location | Campus
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment | External Posting
Pay Rate Range | $75,000 - $95,000
Close Date | 02/02/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) | 11/19/2025
Job Summary | Workforce Operations Generalists
This role is central to the recruitment, hiring, on-boarding, and ongoing HR management and coordination of Clinical Attending adjunct faculty (Providers). It oversees the full recruitment cycle—from posting jobs to interview coordination and candidate selection support—followed by seamless hiring preparation, offer execution, and coordination of HR specific on-boarding activities.
The position ensures accurate documentation, compliance with HR and Faculty Affairs processes, and facilitates communication across departments, clinics, and leadership teams as appropriate. This includes, but is not limited to: working alongside division/clinic leadership on provider leave (e.g., FMLA), employment verifications, and contract administration or contractual updates.
This role is critical to maintaining Clinical Attending adjunct faculty (Provider) readiness and ensuring a positive Clinical Attending adjunct faculty (Provider) experience from recruitment through their employment life-cycle.
This position will be heavily involved in the support of the departments Faculty Affairs cyclical processes, that will ensure the departments continued alignment with all academic and governance matters within the School of Medicine and the University.
Responsibilities | Managing the bulk of workforce operations processes for department Clinical Attending adjunct faculty and appropriate clinical staff, including management of the recruitment process and interview coordination, employment life-cycle, employment file updates and record keeping, training as needed, and employee relations. Provide department-level support for faculty workforce issues. Act as a liaison between the department and central Human Resources. Work with department and embedded units concerning job postings, employment record keeping, processing actions such as resignations, terminations, and leave, as well as providing department-specific faculty HR onboarding and offboarding services. Maintain robust personnel records in accordance with University and department procedures and policies in partnership with central HR. Act as subject-matter expert in workforce services for clinical adjunct faculty and staff. Provide support for academic faculty services as needed. Other duties as assigned.
Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.eduThe department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels based on their business need and budget.
Workforce Operations Generalist, IIProvide workforce/human resource support to university department or division. Position reports to university department or division rather than to central HR. Perform various human resources duties in areas such as recruiting, employment, compensation, training, employee relations, or other special projects. Provide unit-level guidance on human resources issues. Partner with management teams to facilitate the delivery of HR services as appropriate. Acts as the HR liaison between the unit, Central Human Resources and internal and external customers. Serve as contact for employees in the unit and answer questions regarding HR policies and procedures. Coordinate HR processes with Central Human Resources. Work with Central Human Resources to coordinate salary actions, job postings and employee relations issues. Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.This is a Developing-Level position in the General Professional track.Job Code: P21012Grade: P15
Workforce Operations Generalist, IIIProvide workforce/human resource support to university department or division. Position reports to university department or division rather than to central HR. Perform various human resources duties in areas such as recruiting, employment, compensation, training, employee relations, or other special projects. Provide unit-level guidance on human resources issues. Partner with management teams to facilitate the delivery of HR services as appropriate. Acts as the HR liaison between the unit, Central Human Resources and internal and external customers. Serve as contact for employees in the unit and answer questions regarding HR policies and procedures. Coordinate HR processes with Central Human Resources. Work with Central Human Resources to coordinate salary actions, job postings and employee relations issues. Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline. Conducts complex, important work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment.Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.This is a Career-Level position in the General Professional track.Job Code: P21013Grade: P17
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:
Workforce Operations Generalist, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Workforce Operations Generalist, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences | Familiarity with University of Utah faculty and clinical policies and procedures.
Familiarity with Healthcare administration and or Academic Faculty.
Strong project management skills and or HR experience.
Type | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information | The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. 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.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)
383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.
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.
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
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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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