UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

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

Fax: (801) 851-8166 ‚ Email: humanresources@UtahCounty.gov

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: December 22, 2025                              Closing Date: *open until filled

*All applications received by January 5, 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:  Senior Policy Advisor - Commission         POSTING #: 2289-1225sr

This is an Appointed Position

The Opportunity:

This role is appointed by a Utah County Commissioner. The incumbent performs duties, including those listed below, as assigned by the Commissioner. As authorized by the Commissioner, the incumbent communicates the positions of the Commissioner. The incumbent shall not participate in formal decision-making functions. The incumbent researches pertinent issues and provides public policy analysis and advice as directed by the Commissioner.

Starting Pay: Grade 726 $73,528.00 - $84,468.80 Annually

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

Recommended Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. Four (4) years of complex executive support and/or policy experience.
3. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be also be considered.

Preferred Candidates will possess the below attribute:

1. Master’s or Juris Doctorate degree.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
1. Selected applicants may be required to obtain a State of Utah Certificate of Authority of Notary Public.
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 will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Click here for a full job description https://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Senior_Policy_Advisor_Commission_2289_d66205a1e7.pdf

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