45-102. Department of water resources;
director; appointment; qualifications; compensation


A. There is established a department of water resources.


B. There shall be a director of the department who shall be responsible for the
direction, operation and control of the department.


C. The director shall be appointed by the governor pursuant to section 38-211 and
shall serve at the pleasure of the governor.


D. The director shall be experienced and competent in water resources management
and conservation, and shall have proven administrative ability.


E. The director is entitled to receive compensation pursuant to section 38-611.