UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158

Fax: (801) 851-8166 ‚ Email: [email protected]

http://www.utahcounty.gov

“The Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities.”

Utah County Government Employees start every day with the well-being of the entire community in mind:

                How can I make my community a better place?

                Who will need my help and protection?

                How will I make a difference for someone?

We hire smart, compassionate, loyal, ethical, committed, innovative people.

Apply today and join our Team.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Posting Date:  July 30, 2026                                                 Closing Date: *open until filled

*All applications received by August 13, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST will be screened by the Human Resources Office.  Those applicants meeting the specified qualifications and additional screening criteria will be referred for a hiring interview.  The Human Resource Office will continue to consider qualified candidates as needed until the position is filled

POSITION: County Administrator         POSTING #: 1289-0726sr

This is an Appointed Position

The Opportunity:

Under guidance and direction of the County Commission, performs professional administrative duties related to planning, directing, and organizing processes necessary for efficient and economic operation of the County. Provides county-wide administrative continuity consistent with federal, state, and local law to provide innovative, effective, and fiscally responsible services to the citizens of Utah County. Selected candidate will be appointed by the County Commission and perform duties as directed by a majority of the Utah County Board of Commissioners neutrally and without giving preference to any single member of the Board of Commissioners.

Grade: 736

Pay Range: $137,134.40 - $181,230.40 annually

Schedule: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday

Job Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Management, or a closely related field.
2. Seven (7) years of management-level experience in business or government operations.
3. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

Preferred Candidates will possess some of the below attributes:

1. Preference may be given to applicants with a master’s degree in Public Administration or Business Administration.
2. Preference may be given to applicants with experience working as a leader or administrator in local government.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
1. Incumbent must be bondable.
2. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and obtain a valid State of Utah driver’s license within sixty (60) days of employment.
3. Selected applicants may be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

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Benefits Package Includes:

100% paid premiums for health insurance

Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)

Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)

Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)

Fourteen (14) paid Holidays

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.

UTAH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER