Nevada § 232.310 - Director: Appointment; classification; other employment prohibited; qualifications

§ 232.310. Director: Appointment; classification; other employment prohibited; qualifications

The Director: 1. Is appointed by, is responsible to, and serves at the pleasure of the Governor. 2. Is in the unclassified service of the State. 3. Shall not engage in any other gainful employment or occupation. 4. Must have broad, responsible experience in the field of administration or possess

broad management skills or working knowledge of the field of social services administration. 5. Must be selected with special reference to his or her training, experience and

aptitude for coordinating related functions of public health, welfare and social service

agencies. The Director’s knowledge and abilities should include the following: (a) A comprehensive knowledge of administrative principles, and a working knowledge

of principles of public finance and the laws, rules and regulations pertaining to

public agencies. (b) Administrative ability to assess the operating efficiency of component agencies

and to delegate authority and duties to responsible division and agency heads. (c) Ability to organize and clearly present oral and written findings and recommendations

to the Governor, the Legislature and other officials and agencies.