§ 79-2-703. Division director -- Qualifications -- Duties -- Special deputies.

(1) The director is the executive and administrative head of the division, appointed in accordance with Section 79-2-204. (2) The director shall demonstrate: (a) experience as a sworn law enforcement officer; and (b) law enforcement leadership ability. (3) The director shall: (a) enforce the policies and rules of the department's divisions; and (b) perform the duties necessary to: (i) coordinate, prioritize, and direct the law enforcement needs of the divisions within the department; (ii) properly care for and maintain any property under the jurisdiction of the division; and (iii) carry out the purposes of this part. (4) (a) The director may appoint an individual, on a temporary basis, as a special deputy. (b) A special deputy may enforce this part and rules made under this part. (5) The director may deputize an individual who is a peace officer to assist the division on a seasonal or temporary basis.