University of Utah
Workforce Operations Management
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Salt Lake City, UT
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $81K - $101K
💻 Other
🗓️ November 13th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Utah is hiring a Workforce Operations Management Manager. The role entails overseeing faculty workforce actions within the Department of Family & Preventive Medicine, focusing on academic faculty while also managing clinical attending and adjunct faculty operations. The manager serves as the primary expert and liaison for Faculty and Academic Affairs, ensuring policy compliance and maintaining efficient processes and communication.
Highlights
- Oversee academic faculty workforce operations including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, contracting, FTE management, disciplinary actions, terminations, and off-boarding.
- Serve as the department expert on Faculty/Academic Affairs policies and act as the main contact for the Office for Faculty Affairs.
- Manage a team responsible for workforce actions across all faculty types in the department.
- Create streamlined and efficient procedures for department workforce actions in consultation with leadership.
- Requires knowledge of University of Utah Office for Faculty Affairs policies and procedures.
- Position offers a pay range of $81,000 to $101,000 annually.
- Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree plus 6 years or a master’s degree plus 4 years of directly related experience, with higher education experience substitutable for work experience.
- Full-time, 40 hours per week, working day shifts with hybrid options available.
- Work involves supporting the Department of Family & Preventive Medicine within U of U Health - Academics.
- Manager-level role responsible for hiring, firing, performance appraisals, pay reviews, and leading team activities.
Workforce Operations Management Full Description
Workforce Operations Management
Announcement
Details
Open Date | 11/11/2025
Requisition Number | PRN43558B
Job Title | Workforce Operations Management
Working Title | Academic Faculty Workforce Operations Manager
Career Progression Track | M00
Track Level | M3 - Manager
FLSA Code | Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No
Standard Hours per Week | 40
Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time
Shift | Day
Work Schedule Summary | Regular business hours. Hybrid options available.
VP Area | U of U Health - Academics
Department | 00958 - DFPM-Administration
Location | Campus
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment | Internal to the Department
Pay Rate Range | $81,000 - $101,000
Close Date | 11/15/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) |
Job Summary | Workforce Operations ManagementThis role serves as the Department of Family & Preventive Medicine’s primary overseer of faculty workforce actions, with a focus on academic faculty but holding oversight of clinical attending and adjunct faculty operations.
The individual in this role serves as primary expert and liaison for Faculty and Academic Affairs, ensuring compliance with both School of Medicine and departmental policies while maintaining streamlined internal processes and clear cross-department communication.
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 and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.
Responsibilities
• Act as department Expert on Faculty/Academic Affairs policies and procedures, and the main person of contact for the Office for Faculty Affairs
• Oversight of annual FRA, CFR/TFR, CAV process and internal renewals, and staying well versed/informed on annual Faculty Affairs updates and documentation changes
• Shepherd and oversee academic faculty workforce operations through employment lifecycle, including recruitment, hiring, and onboarding; contracting; FTE management; disciplinary actions; terminations; and off-boarding
• Manage team administering workforce action for all department faculty types
• In consultation with department leadership, create streamlined and efficient procedures for department workforce action
• Other duties as assigned
Manager, Workforce Operations Management
Manage human resource function in university department or division. Lead, develop, and implement unit-level plans, policies, and strategies supporting human resource business objectives. Create and track key departmental performance metrics. Coordinate and lead daily team activities. Assists unit with human resource management decisions and activities. Working knowledge of human resource function within the organization. Work with University HR Management to resolve escalated human resource issues and concerns. First-level manager. Manages the activities of supervisors and/or individual contributors. Responsible for hiring, firing, performance appraisals, and pay reviews. Broad knowledge of the field with demonstrated leadership skills.Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.This is a Manager-Level position in the Management track.Job Code: M21023Grade: M18Expected Pay Range: $81,000 – $101,000
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:
Manager, Workforce Operations Management: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences | Experience with University of Utah Office for Faculty Affairs policies and procedures.
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 | PRN43558B
Job Title | Workforce Operations Management
Working Title | Academic Faculty Workforce Operations Manager
Career Progression Track | M00
Track Level | M3 - Manager
FLSA Code | Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No
Standard Hours per Week | 40
Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time
Shift | Day
Work Schedule Summary | Regular business hours. Hybrid options available.
VP Area | U of U Health - Academics
Department | 00958 - DFPM-Administration
Location | Campus
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment | Internal to the Department
Pay Rate Range | $81,000 - $101,000
Close Date | 11/15/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) |
Job Summary | Workforce Operations ManagementThis role serves as the Department of Family & Preventive Medicine’s primary overseer of faculty workforce actions, with a focus on academic faculty but holding oversight of clinical attending and adjunct faculty operations.
The individual in this role serves as primary expert and liaison for Faculty and Academic Affairs, ensuring compliance with both School of Medicine and departmental policies while maintaining streamlined internal processes and clear cross-department communication.
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 and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.
Responsibilities
• Act as department Expert on Faculty/Academic Affairs policies and procedures, and the main person of contact for the Office for Faculty Affairs
• Oversight of annual FRA, CFR/TFR, CAV process and internal renewals, and staying well versed/informed on annual Faculty Affairs updates and documentation changes
• Shepherd and oversee academic faculty workforce operations through employment lifecycle, including recruitment, hiring, and onboarding; contracting; FTE management; disciplinary actions; terminations; and off-boarding
• Manage team administering workforce action for all department faculty types
• In consultation with department leadership, create streamlined and efficient procedures for department workforce action
• Other duties as assigned
Manager, Workforce Operations Management
Manage human resource function in university department or division. Lead, develop, and implement unit-level plans, policies, and strategies supporting human resource business objectives. Create and track key departmental performance metrics. Coordinate and lead daily team activities. Assists unit with human resource management decisions and activities. Working knowledge of human resource function within the organization. Work with University HR Management to resolve escalated human resource issues and concerns. First-level manager. Manages the activities of supervisors and/or individual contributors. Responsible for hiring, firing, performance appraisals, and pay reviews. Broad knowledge of the field with demonstrated leadership skills.Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.This is a Manager-Level position in the Management track.Job Code: M21023Grade: M18Expected Pay Range: $81,000 – $101,000
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:
Manager, Workforce Operations Management: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences | Experience with University of Utah Office for Faculty Affairs policies and procedures.
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
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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