A. Subject to title 41, chapter 4, article 4, the board may appoint an executive director who serves at the pleasure of the board. The executive director shall not be a board member.
B. The executive director is eligible to receive compensation set by the board within the range determined pursuant to section 38-611.
C. The executive director shall:
1. Perform the administrative duties of the board.
2. Subject to title 41, chapter 4, article 4, employ personnel needed to carry out board functions.