• Director of Administrative Services

    Provo City Corporation (Provo, UT)


    Position Title:

    Director of Administrative Services

    Job Posting Closing Date:

    08/10

     

    Provo City is seeking a Director of Administrative Services to provide executive direction and administration over the multiple key divisions comprising the Administrative Services Department. Qualified, civic-minded individuals interested in supporting the residents of Provo City by serving in this important capacity are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Job Details

    What is the compensation package?

     

    Pay: $150,000 - $205,000 annualized salary (paid in bi-weekly installments)

     

    Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, a 4/10 work schedule​, and others. For more information about benefits click here.

     

    What are the main duties? (For a complete listing of the job duties click here. (https://www.provo.gov/DocumentCenter/View/700/Director-of-Administrative-Services-PDF) )

     

    + Provide oversight and executive direction to the following City divisions: Facilities Services, Finance, Information Systems, Justice Court, and Recorder.

    + Align these operations with the goals of the City Administration and Municipal Council in support of the public interest.

    + Guide vital financial, infrastructure, equipment, staffing, and other decisions as a key member of the Administrative team.

    + Lead the municipal budgeting process.

    + Navigate multiple complex and sometimes contradictory priorities, adeptly solve problems, and create innovative solutions that address the needs of the municipality .

    + R epresent the City in various assignments, serve on multiple boards and organizations, conduct and oversee individual, group, department, and other meetings.

     

    What is required to apply?

     

    Provo will honor an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience [substituting each one year of post-secondary education/training for six months of experience].

     

    + Master’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field.

    + Seven years of responsible professional and/or management experience in a closely related field, three years of which must have been at a supervisory or administrative level.

    + A valid, lawful Driver License.

    + CPA registration is desirable.

     

    What is the selection process?

     

    Interested individuals should submit an electronic application via this website and include a single file containing a cover letter, resume, and several professional references. (Note that references will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.) Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration. This posting will close August 11, 2025, with applications to be reviewed in the following days.

     

    If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure will result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

     

    Why Provo City?

     

    Click here (https://provoutahgov-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/rkarnes\_provo\_utah\_gov/EUZHlquN6ftGpiIpW8ZoqiABz0SOYSxy4fdHc9Q-6QrahA?e=LnZHgE) to learn more about the position and the City of Provo or visit provo.gov !

     

    Provo City is an equal employment opportunity employer.

    Full Time/Part Time:

    Full time

    Position Type:

    Regular

    Scheduled Hours:

    40

     

    It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer/employee relations without regard to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition; age; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; or gender identity. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation; benefits; terms and conditions of employment; and opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer, and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the City's policy to maintain a working environment free of discrimination and intimidation. It is further the policy of the City to comply in good faith with applicable local, state, and federal statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.

     

    Employment with Provo City offers a variety of opportunities to start and grow an exciting career serving your community, including in public safety, utility services, leisure services, administration, and other areas. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team!