UPPAC InvestigatorProsecutor

UPPAC Investigator/Prosecutor

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Salary $39.23 - $55.58 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office Hybrid

Recruiter Elida Barrera
Application Deadline 7/28/2026*

*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

Are you an attorney looking for an opportunity to improve public education Are you interested in professional ethics and helping provide a safe classroom environment for Utah School children Consider applying to work with the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission where you work on the front lines to prevent misconduct by Utah educators.

Principal Duties

As a UPPAC attorney you will:

• Investigate educator misconduct.
• Prosecute educator misconduct in administrative proceedings.
• Train Utah educators on Utahs educator standards and professionalism.
  

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate is someone who:

• Is a law school graduate.
• Is licensed to practice law in the State of Utah.
• Has experience teaching or working with K-12 school age students.
• Is looking for a time-limited position of 18 months

About the Role

Location
250 East 500 South
Salt Lake City Utah 84111
United States
Background Check Required Yes
Drug Test Required No
Schedule Code AE - Employees of the State Board of Edu. This is a career service exempt at will position.

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

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 .