Human Resources Assistant Jobs in Utah

Human Resources Assistant jobs in Utah are consistently active across technology, healthcare, and financial services, with openings at every experience level from entry-level coordinators to senior administrative specialists. Salt Lake City, Provo, and Ogden account for the largest share of postings, where established employers like Intermountain Health, Vivint, and Goldman Sachs have significant Utah operations. The most in-demand specialties include benefits administration, onboarding coordination, and HRIS data entry. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles49
Top employerUniversity of Utah
Top citySalt Lake City, UT
Cities hiring20
Work type46% On-site
Top industryDistribution

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Happen Bank
People Success (HR) Operations Coordinator
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People Success (HR) Operations Coordinator
Happen Bank
Lehi, Utah
Account Management
Customer Success
Marketing
$20 - $23/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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DP World
Senior Director, Human Resources - U.S.
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Senior Director, Human Resources - U.S.
DP World
Salt Lake City, Utah
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Whitaker Construction Company
Human Resources Business Partner
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Human Resources Business Partner
Whitaker Construction Company
Brigham City, Utah
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$70k - $80k/yr
Bachelor's degree in communications
501-1,000

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Target
Executive Team Leader, Human Resources (Assistant Store Manager, Utah)
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Executive Team Leader, Human Resources (Assistant Store Manager, Utah)
Target
Sandy, Utah
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Project Management
$64k - $128k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Recruiter / HR assistant
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Recruiter / HR assistant
The Terrace Transitional
Ogden, Utah
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
On-Site

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Human Resources Assistant Jobs by City in Utah

Where Utah roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Salt Lake City
20 jobs
Lehi
3 jobs
Ogden
3 jobs
West Jordan
3 jobs
Murray
2 jobs
Park City
2 jobs
Clearfield
2 jobs
Orem
1 job
Provo
1 job

Human Resources Assistant Job Market in Utah

A snapshot from current Utah openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

University of Utah
University of Utah4 open roles
Victra-Verizon Authorized Retailer
Victra-Verizon Authorized Retailer3 open roles
Arvato
Arvato2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Distribution & Wholesale

What Utah Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in human resources assistant jobs across Utah.

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
  • Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or BambooHR
  • Experience maintaining employee records and supporting benefits enrollment processes
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for employee-facing HR tasks
  • Familiarity with I-9 compliance, onboarding workflows, and basic employment law fundamentals
  • PHR, aPHR, or SHRM-CP credential preferred by many Utah employers for advancement

Human Resources Assistant Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a human resources assistant in Utah?

Most Utah employers require at minimum an associate degree in human resources or business, though a bachelor's degree improves competitiveness significantly. Utah has no state-issued license for HR assistants, so the clearest credentialing path is earning the aPHR (Associate Professional in Human Resources) from HRCI, which is designed for entry-level candidates with no prior HR experience. Many Salt Lake City and Provo employers list the aPHR as a preferred qualification for assistant-level roles.

Which companies hire human resources assistants in Utah?

Employers hiring human resources assistants in Utah right now include University of Utah, Victra-Verizon Authorized Retailer, and Arvato, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Utah's concentration of large tech firms, healthcare systems, and financial services companies means HR assistant demand remains broad and relatively stable throughout the year.

Which Utah cities have the most human resources assistant jobs?

Salt Lake City, Lehi, and Ogden lead Utah for human resources assistant openings. Salt Lake City drives the largest share thanks to its dense cluster of corporate headquarters, hospital systems, and financial services firms, while Provo and Ogden benefit from substantial tech company campuses and regional healthcare employers that maintain dedicated HR teams.

Are there remote human resources assistant jobs in Utah?

Yes, though they are less common than in purely analytical roles because HR assistants frequently handle in-person onboarding, document verification, and employee walk-ins. About 54% of human resources assistant openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and the tasks most often performed remotely are HRIS data entry, benefits correspondence, and scheduling coordination.

How can I get hired as a human resources assistant in Utah with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for HR coordinator or administrative assistant roles at large Utah employers like Intermountain Health or the University of Utah, both of which run structured onboarding pipelines that bring in candidates with general office experience. Earning the aPHR credential before applying signals commitment and compensates for thin direct experience. Lateral moves from payroll clerk, office coordinator, or customer service roles are common, as Utah HR teams frequently promote from within once foundational admin skills are demonstrated.

Where can I find and apply to human resources assistant jobs in Utah?

You can find and apply to human resources assistant jobs in Utah on Migrate Mate, which lists current Utah openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer through each listing.

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