Section 34A-3-11 - Powers and duties of secretary of department.
34A-3-11. Powers and duties of secretary of department. The secretary shall have the duty and authority:
(1) To hold at least one examination each year at the designated time and place for the purpose of examining candidates for certification.
(2) To advertise and promote the program of certification of water and wastewater works operators.
(3) To encourage other operators to become certified other than those required to do so by law.
(4) To distribute applications and notices.
(5) To receive and evaluate applications.
(6) To collect fees, not exceeding ten dollars for both initial and an annual renewal fee.
(7) To prepare, conduct, and grade examinations.
(8) To maintain records of operator qualifications and certification, and maintain a register of certified operators.
(9) To promote and schedule regular training schools and programs.
Source: SL 1970, ch 217, § 8; SDCL Supp, § 36-22A-11; SL 1977, ch 280, § 40.