HR Manager, Classification and Compensation

HR Manager, Classification and Compensation

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary – $41.93 - $52.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Recruiter – Liz Vander Linden | evander@utah.gov | 801-957-7232
Application Deadline – 10/19/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Are you a strategic HR leader passionate about driving organizational excellence and shaping statewide total rewards? Join our team as the HR Manager of Classification and Compensation to lead transformational compensation strategies and make a lasting impact across Utah state government! The Classification and Compensation Manager is a strategic and hands-on leader responsible to design, oversee and administer comprehensive programs and initiatives for statewide compensation structures and job architecture. Serves as a leader who combines an outside-in customer service philosophy with an agile, data-driven mindset in modernizing programs and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains competitive pay structures and strategies aligned with organizational goals, state statutes, and market trends.
• Initiates and implements changes to existing state policies and procedures as needed.
• Provides expert guidance, technical assistance, and data-driven total rewards recommendations to agency leadership and stakeholders to attract and retain talent.
• Ensures all programs comply with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ensuring quality operations, legal compliance, and alignment with the state’s strategic vision and state policies.
• Directly supervises and develops a high-performing team of HR specialists while managing team workload and professional development.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of compensation theory, classification methodologies, and federal and state labor laws.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex HR metrics, evaluate market trends, and present strategic recommendations to executive leadership.
• Strong communication and consulting skills with a proven track record of collaborating across various entities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a closely related field or equivalent amount of progressive human resources experience specializing in compensation and/or classification.

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications:

• Government or public-sector HR experience
• Direct supervisory or team leadership experience guiding HR professionals.

About the Role

Location –
4315 S 2700 W
Taylorsville, Utah, 84129
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – AX - Employees in supervisory positions

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 Agency
This is an opportunity to make a difference in your state! Along with the satisfaction of supporting the hiring needs of this high profile agency. To learn more about DHRM, click here. DHRM vision: Evolve then elevate the employee experience.

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.