Top 35 Government contracting officer Jobs in Utah

Deputy Commissioner & Chief Operating Officer (COO)
State of Utah —Salt Lake City, UT
- $76.92 - $96.15 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Office
- 8 years
2h
Sponsored Projects Grants & Contracts Officer
University of Utah Health —Salt Lake City, UT
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Associate Director
Odyssey Consulting —Hill AFB, UT
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Retirement plan
Project Manager - Hill AFB, UT
BRS —Hill AFB, UT
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Business Administration
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
10d
Associate Director
Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd. —Ogden, UT
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Retirement plan
Construction Management Representative
Project Solutions Inc. —Saint George, UT
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Director of Public Sector Capture
LVT —Salt Lake City, UT
- $180,000 - $238,000 a year
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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IT Manager I
State of Utah —Salt Lake City, UT
- $39.96 - $67.94 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Oracle
- Pass drug screening
4d
Health Operation Support Team Health Service Administrator (O-6 Billet) Supervisory
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement —Salt Lake City, UT
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Up to 50% travel
- Military
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
1d
Business Operations Manager
FORTEM TECHNOLOGIES INC —Lindon, UT
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
- Business Administration
Program Manager
Cape Fox Federal Integrators —Dugway, UT
- $135,000 - $155,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Alternate Program Manager/Quality Control Manager
Cape Fox Federal Integrators —Dugway, UT
- $120,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Litigation Support Technologist
West 4th Strategy —Salt Lake City, UT
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Data analysis skills
Quick Apply
Resident Construction Manager (DoD HILL AFB)
KMEA —Hill AFB, UT
- $61,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Part Time
WASEYABEK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LLC —Hill AFB, UT
- Part-time
- Computer Science
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
Quick Apply
Compliance & Risk Manager (On-site/Hybrid/Remote)
Precinmac —Ogden, UT
- $74,200 - $145,700 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Business Development Manager - Defense Technologies
Hypercraft —Provo, UT
- 5 years
- Product management
- Travel
Quick Apply
Medical Director - Utilization Management/Care Management, Select Health
Intermountain Healthcare —Murray, UT
- $70.00 - $999.99 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Medicine
- Psychiatry
- 5 years
HVAC Mechanic
NCS/EML Joint Venture —Salt Lake City, UT
- Urgently hiring
- Mechanic experience
- 5 years
- Basic math
Quick Apply
Contract Manager/ Program Manager
Aleknagik Technology —Dugway, UT
- Full-time
- 5 years
- English
- High school diploma or GED
Quick Apply

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Deputy Commissioner & Chief Operating Officer (COO)

State of Utah -
Salt Lake City, UT

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$76.92 - $96.15 an hour
2 hours ago

Qualifications

Team leadership
Program budgeting
Senior leadership
Analytics

Full Job Description

DEPUTY COMMISSIONER & CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (COO)

The Deputy Commissioner & Chief Operating Officer (COO) serves as a senior operating leader for GOED, responsible for translating the Commissioner’s priorities into measurable results and ensuring the agency operates effectively.

Reporting directly to the Commissioner, the COO drives internal execution, budget and resource management, operational performance, and accountability. The role also supports the Commissioner in leading the agency and helps provide leadership continuity when needed.

POSITION DETAILS & COMMITMENT

Full/Part Time – Full Time with Benefits
Salary – $76.92 - $96.15/hr
Work Location – 60 E South Temple, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT
Schedule Code – AC - Employees in Offices of Elected Officials
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Application Deadline – 11:59 PM (MDT) on September 8, 2026 (may remain open until filled)
This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Translate strategic priorities into clear plans, owners, budgets, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
Lead agency-wide operating and performance reviews and track progress against key priorities.
Provide executive oversight of GOED’s budget, financial planning, operations, and resource allocation.
Be directly responsible for the integrity, administration, and oversight of GOED’s grant and compliance programs and contract management.
Align spending, staffing, and resources with agency priorities and performance.
Establish clear internal accountability and ensure teams deliver against commitments.
Identify operational barriers, resolve issues, and keep priorities moving.
Improve internal processes, coordination, systems, and organizational effectiveness.
Use data, KPIs, and performance measures to inform decisions and drive results.
Support the Commissioner in leading and managing the agency, including providing leadership continuity when the Commissioner is traveling or unavailable.
Help build a culture of accountability, collaboration, fiscal discipline, and results.

REQUIRED CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
8+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience in operations, management, finance, business, government, economic development, consulting, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience managing budgets, teams, operations, and complex organizational priorities.
Proven ability to translate strategy into execution and deliver measurable results.
Strong financial, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

10+ years of professional experience with significant senior leadership responsibility.
Graduate degree in business, public administration, finance, economics, law, or a related field.
Experience overseeing significant budgets, operations, grants, compliance, contracts, or organizational performance.
Experience improving organizational systems, processes, and accountability.
Familiarity with public-sector budgeting, procurement, contracting, grants, compliance, or state government operations.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
GOED is looking for an exceptional operator and executor who combines strong judgment with a bias toward action. The ideal candidate brings structure to complexity, aligns people and resources around priorities, maintains strong financial and operational discipline, holds teams accountable, solves problems quickly, and consistently moves the organization from priorities to results.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM
GOED is a fast-paced, dynamic office staffed with a hard-working, passionate team with diverse experiences and expertise. We strive to match your interests and strengths with our office needs. Working in this office will give you direct, hands-on experience. This job will grow your professional skills and capabilities. The State of Utah offers a highly competitive benefits package. Click HERE to review.

WHO WE ARE
The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) champions Gov. Cox’s commitment to providing economic opportunity for all Utahns. The office supports Utah entrepreneurs and businesses. We work to retain and recruit companies and bring more high-paying jobs to Utah. In addition, we work with industries, Utah regions, communities, and nonprofits to implement strategic economic development plans and reinforce Utah’s already diverse, prosperous economy. We utilize federal and state resources and private sector contracts to cultivate economic prosperity for all Utahns.

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.

Recruiter - Sarah Humphries; [email protected]

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government contracting officer jobs in utah

Deputy Commissioner & Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Sponsored Projects Grants & Contracts Officer

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Director of Public Sector Capture

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