§ 79-4-202 — Director -- Qualifications -- Duties.

(1) The director is the executive and administrative head of the division.
(2) The director shall demonstrate:
(2)(a) executive ability; and
(2)(b) actual experience and training in the conduct of park systems involving both physical development and program.
(3) The director shall:
(3)(a) enforce the policies and rules of the division;
(3)(b) perform the duties necessary to:
(3)(b)(i) properly care for and maintain any property under the jurisdiction of the division; and
(3)(b)(ii) carry out this chapter; and
(3)(c) implement the comprehensive plan for long-term public use of state park resources developed by the division under Subsection 79-4-203(12).
(4) The director shall acquire, plan, protect, develop, operate, use, and maintain park area and facilities in accordance with the policies and rules of the division.

Legislative History

Amended by Chapter 153, 2025 General Session