State of Utah
Office Specialist, Trust Lands - Return Utah
State of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84129
Salary: $17.49 - $20.25 Hourly
Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Returnship
Job Number: 47536
Agency: 550 School and Institutional Trust Lands Admin.
Unit: 2205 TLA SECRETARY
Opening Date: 01/07/2026
Closing Date: 1/18/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Recruiter: Melanie Butters;
# of Openings: 1
Location: 102 South 200 East #600Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code: AS - Employees whose appointment is required by law to be exempt. This is a career service exempt at will position.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
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.
Job Description
The Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration (Trust Lands Administration) seeks an Office Specialist for its Salt Lake City Office.
Roles and Responsibilities
* Perform full clerical, administrative, and general office duties.
* Receive and screen telephone calls and/or visitors.
* Schedule appointments and plan meetings, conferences, and travel.
* Handle highly confidential information and files.
* Proofread and review correspondence, presentations, and similar.
* Receive and record payments.
Minimum Requirements
* High School Diploma required. Associates degree preferred.
* 1 or more years of administrative/office experience.
* Ability to produce quality, timely, and accurate work.
* Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate a high degree of tact, discretion, and diplomacy.
* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities with limited direction.
* Strong working knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office products.
* Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
* Enthusiastic support of the Trust Lands Administration's mission to generate revenue for the trust beneficiaries.
What is the Trust Lands Administration?
The Trust Lands Administration manages approximately 3.3 million acres of surface lands and 4.4 million acres of minerals exclusively for the economic benefit of public schools and other important state institutions. Please visit trustlands.utah.gov for additional information.
This is a long-term position meaning employment will extend past the completion of the Return Utah program, provided for 16 weeks.
Supplemental Information
* Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
* Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
* Successful completion of a criminal background check.
Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
FMLA General Notice:
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01
#Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.
* State Jobs
* An External Job Posting Site (Indeed, LinkedIn, etc.)
* Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
* Advertisement (Newspaper, Internet, Radio, etc.)
* Professional Network
* University Network (Career Center)
* Referred by a Friend or Colleague
* Contacted by a Recruiter
* Career Fair
* Internal communication from a State Agency that employs me - State employees only
* Other
02
Please select your years of administrative office experience.
* 1 year or less
* 2-3 years
* 4 or more years
03
Please rate your experience with Google Suite.
* None
* Beginner - I have very limited experience and would need training and support to be effective.
* Intermediate - I have some experience and would be effective with limited training and support.
* Advanced - I have extensive experience and would not need any training.
04
Please rate your experience with Microsoft Office.
* Beginner, I have very limited experience and would need training and support to be effective.
* Intermediate, I have some experience and would be effective with limited training and support.
* Advanced, I have extensive experience in formatting complex documents and would not need training.
05
Please select your highest level of education.
* High School Diploma
* Technical Certification
* Some College Courses
* Associate's Degree
06
Please describe your experience carrying out clerical, administrative, or general office duties.
07
In what way are you eligible for the Return Utah Program?
* Career Break of 1 year or more
* Military Affiliation (including as a military spouse or partner)
* Currently Underemployed
* None of the Above
08
To be eligible for this Return Utah opportunity, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:
1. A career break of one year or more at the time of application, or underemployment (defined as limited opportunity and pay, or limited ability to utilize a full set of skills and/or abilities while working), or an affiliation with the United States military as a service member, veteran, or spouse/partner.
2. Have prior professional experience in the functional area of interestBased on the criteria above, do you feel you are eligible to participate in the Return Utah program? (If you are unsure of your eligibility, we encourage you to still select yes and complete your application for consideration.)
* Yes
* No
09
If you selected "currently underemployed" in regard to Return Utah eligibility above, how would you define your current experience?
* Working in a temporary and/or part-time position
* Working in a job that does not utilize a previously proven skill set and/or experience/education level
* None of the above
Required Question
Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Returnship
Job Number: 47536
Agency: 550 School and Institutional Trust Lands Admin.
Unit: 2205 TLA SECRETARY
Opening Date: 01/07/2026
Closing Date: 1/18/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Recruiter: Melanie Butters;
# of Openings: 1
Location: 102 South 200 East #600Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code: AS - Employees whose appointment is required by law to be exempt. This is a career service exempt at will position.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
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.
Job Description
The Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration (Trust Lands Administration) seeks an Office Specialist for its Salt Lake City Office.
Roles and Responsibilities
* Perform full clerical, administrative, and general office duties.
* Receive and screen telephone calls and/or visitors.
* Schedule appointments and plan meetings, conferences, and travel.
* Handle highly confidential information and files.
* Proofread and review correspondence, presentations, and similar.
* Receive and record payments.
Minimum Requirements
* High School Diploma required. Associates degree preferred.
* 1 or more years of administrative/office experience.
* Ability to produce quality, timely, and accurate work.
* Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate a high degree of tact, discretion, and diplomacy.
* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities with limited direction.
* Strong working knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office products.
* Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
* Enthusiastic support of the Trust Lands Administration's mission to generate revenue for the trust beneficiaries.
What is the Trust Lands Administration?
The Trust Lands Administration manages approximately 3.3 million acres of surface lands and 4.4 million acres of minerals exclusively for the economic benefit of public schools and other important state institutions. Please visit trustlands.utah.gov for additional information.
This is a long-term position meaning employment will extend past the completion of the Return Utah program, provided for 16 weeks.
Supplemental Information
* Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
* Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
* Successful completion of a criminal background check.
Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
FMLA General Notice:
(right click + open link in new tab)
(clic derecho + abrir en una pestaña nueva?)
01
#Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.
* State Jobs
* An External Job Posting Site (Indeed, LinkedIn, etc.)
* Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
* Advertisement (Newspaper, Internet, Radio, etc.)
* Professional Network
* University Network (Career Center)
* Referred by a Friend or Colleague
* Contacted by a Recruiter
* Career Fair
* Internal communication from a State Agency that employs me - State employees only
* Other
02
Please select your years of administrative office experience.
* 1 year or less
* 2-3 years
* 4 or more years
03
Please rate your experience with Google Suite.
* None
* Beginner - I have very limited experience and would need training and support to be effective.
* Intermediate - I have some experience and would be effective with limited training and support.
* Advanced - I have extensive experience and would not need any training.
04
Please rate your experience with Microsoft Office.
* Beginner, I have very limited experience and would need training and support to be effective.
* Intermediate, I have some experience and would be effective with limited training and support.
* Advanced, I have extensive experience in formatting complex documents and would not need training.
05
Please select your highest level of education.
* High School Diploma
* Technical Certification
* Some College Courses
* Associate's Degree
06
Please describe your experience carrying out clerical, administrative, or general office duties.
07
In what way are you eligible for the Return Utah Program?
* Career Break of 1 year or more
* Military Affiliation (including as a military spouse or partner)
* Currently Underemployed
* None of the Above
08
To be eligible for this Return Utah opportunity, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:
1. A career break of one year or more at the time of application, or underemployment (defined as limited opportunity and pay, or limited ability to utilize a full set of skills and/or abilities while working), or an affiliation with the United States military as a service member, veteran, or spouse/partner.
2. Have prior professional experience in the functional area of interestBased on the criteria above, do you feel you are eligible to participate in the Return Utah program? (If you are unsure of your eligibility, we encourage you to still select yes and complete your application for consideration.)
* Yes
* No
09
If you selected "currently underemployed" in regard to Return Utah eligibility above, how would you define your current experience?
* Working in a temporary and/or part-time position
* Working in a job that does not utilize a previously proven skill set and/or experience/education level
* None of the above
Required Question