Human Resources Director, Government Operations

State of Utah•Taylorsville, UT

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Division of Human Resource Management (DHRM) is seeking an experienced, people-focused HR Director to lead the HR Field Office for the Department of Government Operations, Utah Insurance Department, and other assigned agencies. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to agency leadership shaping workforce strategies that advance state operations. You will direct a skilled team of HR professionals delivering responsive recruitment, sound employee relations, and data-driven workforce solutions.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive human resources experience, including at least 2 years in a management, supervisory, or lead HR capacity. (An equivalent combination of relevant post-secondary education, specialized HR training, and direct HR experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis).
Demonstrated competence in strategic HR alignment, employee relations management, talent acquisition, and performance coaching.
Ability to work on-site 3 days per week in Taylorsville, UT, with regular travel to field offices across the state as needed.
Successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Nice To Haves

7+ years of broad HR experience, with 3+ years managing HR teams or multi-site field operations.
Experience leading HR within state government, the public sector, or regulated labor environments.
Proven track record of using workforce data/analytics to improve recruitment, retention, and team productivity.

Responsibilities

Align HR strategy with agency goals and provide expert advice on human capital initiatives.
Provide direction, mentorship, and vision to the HR field office team; foster a high-performing, collaborative team environment.
Cultivate strong partnerships with agency executive leadership and stakeholders across all levels.
Leverage HR metrics and analytics to inform strategic choices.
Drive a customer-centric philosophy that anticipates and solves internal/external stakeholder needs.
Oversee recruitment strategies to attract, develop, and retain top talent using modern, agile practices.
Manage complex employee relations matters with critical thinking, objective risk assessment, and fair policy application.