26B-5-304. Appointment of superintendent -- Qualifications -- Powers and responsibilities.
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Effective 5/3/2023
26B-5-304. Appointment of superintendent -- Qualifications -- Powers and responsibilities.
(1)The director, with the consent of the executive director, shall appoint a superintendent of the state hospital, who shall hold office at the will of the director.
(2)The superintendent shall have a bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, be experienced in administration, and be knowledgeable in matters concerning mental health.
(3)The superintendent has general responsibility for the buildings, grounds, and property of the state hospital.
(4)The superintendent shall appoint, with the approval of the director, as many employees as necessary for the efficient and economical care and management of the state hospital, and shall fix the employees' compensation and administer personnel functions according to the standards of the Division of Human Resource Management.
Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 308 , 2023 General Session