Human Resources Senior Specialist

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Taylorsville, UT

1d • $31 - $40 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role serves as a Subject Matter Expert for the statewide benefits package, providing consultation, guidance, and recommendations to internal partners and senior leaders across state government. The position involves recommending and implementing program goals, developing and maintaining policies, coordinating program activities with third-party administrators and stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws. The specialist will also collect, analyze, and interpret benefits-related data, prepare reports, and develop and deliver training materials. Additionally, the role involves leading projects, facilitating meetings, overseeing workflow, and evaluating program operations for efficiency and compliance.

Requirements

• Hands-on benefit experience required. Other closely related HR specialty experience may be used to augment some direct benefit experience.
• Proven experience advising leadership and executive-level stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of benefits regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, FMLA).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed recommendations.
• Experience leading projects or process-improvement initiatives.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive, complex issues with discretion and independent judgment.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Human Resources or a related field is helpful but equivalent professional experience may be substituted in full.

Responsibilities

• Supports the HR Manager in making strategic and operational benefits decisions.
• Serves as one of the subject matter experts for the statewide benefits package.
• Provides input on consultation, guidance, and recommendations to internal partners and senior leaders across state government.
• Recommend and implement program goals, objectives, and enhancements.
• Develop, revise, and maintain rules, policies, standards, and operating procedures.
• Coordinate program activities and benefit implementations with third-party administrators, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Research market trends and emerging benefit offerings; analyze potential impacts on statewide programs.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret benefits-related data.
• Prepare reports and present findings to various audiences, including senior leaders.
• Develop and deliver training materials, presentations, and instructional resources.
• Write copy and other communications to promote employee benefits.
• Mentor and train staff on rules, practices, and procedures.
• Lead projects, committees, and work groups; delegate tasks and monitor progress.
• Facilitate meetings and collaborate with executive-level stakeholders.
• Respond independently to inquiries and correspondence, including communication with executive-level officials.
• Oversee workflow to ensure program objectives and deadlines are met.
• Evaluate program operations for efficiency, quality, and compliance, and recommend improvements.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree