Job Description

Human Resource Generalist

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $27.31 - $40.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Etta Adkins | emadkins@agutah.gov | 385-271-5803
Application Deadline – 6/21/2026

Key Responsibilities

The Attorney General’s Office is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to provide comprehensive HR support to its legal and administrative teams. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality HR services, maintaining compliance, and advancing organizational goals through effective operations and talent development. Key responsibilities include overseeing payroll administration, managing HR transactions and data systems to ensure accuracy, and facilitating employee training and growth initiatives. Additionally, you may assist with recruitments, onboarding, and daily HR operations, ensuring all procedures meet relevant legal requirements and organizational policies. This position is essential in fostering employee development and supporting the smooth functioning of HR processes across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• HR Transactions & Data Management: Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, process personnel actions, and ensure all HR transactions adhere to policies and legal standards.
• Payroll Administration: Process payroll accurately and on time, review timesheets, calculate overtime, process deductions, reconcile discrepancies, and address payroll inquiries.
• Onboarding & Offboarding: Lead onboarding and offboarding processes, manage paperwork, coordinate with IT and facilities, and conduct exit interviews.

• Strategic Thinking: Conduct workforce analysis and develop long-term human capital plans.
• Communication Skills: Present HR initiatives and facilitate communication between employees and management.
• Performance Management: Guide managers on setting expectations, providing feedback, conducting reviews, and implementing performance improvement plans.
• Data Analysis & Interpretation: Generate and analyze HR metrics, create dashboards, and identify areas for improvement.
• Training & Development: Identify training needs, develop materials, deliver sessions, and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Critical Thinking: Assess information objectively and make sound judgments in complex situations; anticipate and plan for potential issues.

Qualifications

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Experience: 2–4 years of proven experience in HR operations, payroll processing, onboarding, training, and development.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of payroll best practices, and HRIS platforms.
• Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, high proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
• Interpersonal: Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; proven ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Teamwork: Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to changing priorities.
• Data Analysis: Ability to analyze HR data and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Work Ethic: High level of integrity and commitment to excellence.

About the Role

Location –
160 East 300 South
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – AG - Employees at the Attorney General's Office

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Utah Attorney General's Office

If you are looking to make a
meaningful impact while working in a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment, the
Attorney General’s Office offers a unique opportunity. As counselors,
protectors, and stewards, the Office plays a vital role in defending both the
U.S. and Utah constitutions, protecting residents, and preserving the resources
that make Utah special. You’ll contribute to upholding justice, advising state
agencies, and safeguarding the rights and interests of Utah’s citizens. With
responsibilities ranging from prosecuting corporate misconduct to enforcing
public lands policy and supporting children’s justice initiatives, your work
here will be both diverse and rewarding. Join a team dedicated to serving the
public and advancing the cause of justice in Utah.

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. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.