Utah Code § 23A-2-203
§ 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.