Utah Code § 23A-2-203: Director powers.

The director, under administrative supervision of the executive director, has:

(1) executive authority and control of the division so that policies of the Wildlife Board are carried out in accordance with the laws of this state;

(2) authority over personnel matters;

(3) full control of property acquired and held for the purposes specified in this title; and

(4) authority to declare emergency closed or open seasons in the interest of the wildlife resources of the state.