Utah Code Title 63L. Lands § 63L-9-103. Director

(a) be the executive and administrative head of the Department of Land Management;

(b) have demonstrated ability and experience in the administration and management of state or federal lands;

(c) not hold any other public office or be involved in a political party or organization; and

(d) hire personnel to staff the department.

(a) executive authority and control of the Department of Land Management; and

(b) authority over all personnel matters.