Region Director's Assistant

FT/PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $18.27 - $31.41 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site Recruiter – Michelle Boone | mboone1@utah.gov Application Deadline – 5/20/2026

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a sophisticated Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Region One Director. This role is designed for a professional communicator who excels at managing complex operations and acting as a liaison to public and private stakeholders. As a key representative of UDOT's initiatives, you will play a vital role in supporting Region One. Join us for a rewarding career with a team dedicated to excellence. Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Key Responsibilities

As The Region Director’s Assistant, You Will

• Empower Regional Leadership: Act as a strategic administrative partner to the Region Director and Deputy Director, ensuring their priorities are met with precision.
• Serve as a Brand Ambassador: Create a world-class first impression by managing the front office and providing high-touch customer service to every visitor and caller.
• Mastermind Workflow & Operations: Navigate complex organizational needs by acting as the primary resource for management, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate Inter-Agency Collaboration: Serve as a key liaison between UDOT and local governments, consulting firms, and partner organizations to keep projects moving forward.
• Manage Executive Communication: Draft high-stakes correspondence and reports, ensuring all outgoing materials meet UDOT’s professional standards.
• Direct Action & Accountability: Oversee the flow of regional correspondence, initiating responses and tracking action items to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
• Resolve & Educate: Act as a front-line problem solver, researching public inquiries and explaining policies to turn concerns into resolutions.
  
  

Qualifications

What you'll need to succeed:

• A Proven Professional Background: You have a solid foundation in office administration, with a preference for those who bring 5 years of experience supporting executive-level leadership.
• Digital Fluency: You are highly proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) and can leverage these tools to streamline workflows.
• Interpersonal Excellence: You possess a sophisticated communication style and a personable demeanor that allows you to interface effectively with everyone from the general public to government officials.
• Organizational Mastery: You have a gift for managing moving parts, prioritizing tasks under pressure, and maintaining an immaculate attention to detail.
• Educational Foundation: A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  
  

About The Role

Location –Region One, Ogden, UT

Background Check Required – Yes

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Join Our Team!

A Mission That Matters – At UDOT, our mission is to “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.

Our Culture and Values – We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!

The Agency

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EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.