The director, under administrative supervision of the executive director, has:

1. (1) executive authority and control of the division so that policies of the Wildlife Board are carried out in accordance with the laws of this state;
2. (2) authority over personnel matters;
3. (3) full control of property acquired and held for the purposes specified in this title; and
4. (4) authority to declare emergency closed or open seasons in the interest of the wildlife resources of the state.

Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 103, 2023 General Session