Pros
My time was generally a fair experience highlighted by a few wonderful people that worked at the hospital. I learn a lot about mental health and have nothing but positive regards for most of the people working there. However, the Utah State Hospital is constantly overburdened, in a state of flux, and desperate to attract/keep talented people. This is due to consistent incompetency displayed by the state legislature and government leadership that I witnessed over a decade and a half. Management is hamstrunged. So I guess one positive is that the professional expectations of staff is generally low...
Cons
If you take a job here just realize that you are settling... Settling for less of everything: less pay, benefits, development, options, etc. The State is simply incapable of compensating but will always be desperate and very demanding. Like a desperate friend who will ultimately demand more of you than they are willing to give.