§ 28-6921 — State engineer; qualifications; compensation

A. The director shall appoint a state engineer to administer the division.

B. The state engineer shall be both:

1. A civil engineer registered to practice in this state.

2. Familiar with the theory of and experienced in the practice of highway construction, maintenance, design or engineering.

C. The state engineer:

1. Shall have either:

(a) A thorough knowledge of modern business methods.

(b) At least ten years of experience in a business or profession of which at least four years was in a responsible administrative capacity. All or part of the experience may have been with the United States government, a state or a political subdivision of a state.

2. Shall devote full time to the duties of the office.

3. Shall not engage directly or indirectly in an occupation that conflicts with the state engineer's duties.

4. Is the executive and administrative officer of the division.

5. Has charge of the administration of all highway affairs as authorized by the director.

6. Is eligible to receive compensation pursuant to section 38-611.