Utah Code § 79-2-703: Division director -- Qualifications -- Duties -- Special deputies.

(1) The director is the executive and administrative head of the division, appointed in accordance with Section 79-2-204.

(2) The director shall demonstrate:

(a) experience as a sworn law enforcement officer; and

(b) law enforcement leadership ability.

(3) The director shall:

(a) enforce the policies and rules of the department's divisions; and

(b) perform the duties necessary to:

(i) coordinate, prioritize, and direct the law enforcement needs of the divisions within the department;

(ii) properly care for and maintain any property under the jurisdiction of the division; and

(iii) carry out the purposes of this part.

(4)

(a) The director may appoint an individual, on a temporary basis, as a special deputy.

(b) A special deputy may enforce this part and rules made under this part.

(5) The director may deputize an individual who is a peace officer to assist the division on a seasonal or temporary basis.