Director Government Operations Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Salary – $44.68 - $83.88 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Application Deadline – 8/16/2026*

*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 visionary leader passionate about shaping the future of work? The Utah Department of Government Operations, Division of Human Resource Management (DHRM) is looking for a dynamic, strategic, and forward-thinking Total Rewards Director to lead the charge for the State of Utah!

In this pivotal role, you won't just manage programs—you will champion them. You’ll be the driving force behind keeping our compensation, benefits, and classification systems robust, fair, and competitive. By aligning our programs with statutory mandates, you’ll directly support and uplift the incredible workforce that serves our communities every day.

• Data-Driven Insights: Leverage analytics to guide compensation and benefits strategies, ensuring every decision is backed by solid data.
• Agility: Adapt quickly to changing organizational needs and workforce trends to keep our programs dynamic and responsive.
• Outside-In Customer Service: Prioritize the needs and feedback of our employees to deliver exceptional service and support that truly makes a difference.
• Digitalization: Champion the modernization of our HR systems to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and enhance the overall employee experience.

Ready to make a difference? If you are an operational mastermind and a strategic leader who thrives on building rewarding workplace cultures, we want to hear from you!

• Classification & Compensation Management: Maintain and audit the agency's position control and step/grade structures. Direct comprehensive classification reviews, job evaluations, and regional market salary surveys to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Retirement Administration: Partner with the state retirement system to ensure accurate administration of defined-benefit pensions and voluntary deferred compensation plans.
• Benefit Design & Innovation: Oversee implementation of comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs, ensuring they remain competitive, cost-effective, and compliant.
• Compliance & Public Transparency: Serve as the custodian of total rewards data integrity. Ensure flawless compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and state pay equity mandates.
• Team Leadership & System Optimization: Supervise, train, evaluate and mentor a professional team of compensation and benefits analysts. Oversee total rewards configuration within our enterprise HRIS platform (Vantage).

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, or a closely related field or equivalent related work experience.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive HR experience, including at least three (3) years in a dedicated leadership or supervisory role managing compensation and benefits programs.
• Proven experience operating within a public sector agency, civil service system, or higher education institution.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, statistical analysis, and managing enterprise HRIS systems.

• Master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA) or Human Resources.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designations.
• Direct experience interpreting complex agreements and presenting data to executive boards and key stakeholders.

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 – AR - Employees who make statewide policy

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.

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.

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.