This article shall apply to all officials and employees in the service of the county or any board, agency, or instrumentality thereof except:

(1) persons holding elective offices;

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(2) members of appointive boards, commissions, and committees;
(3) all employees of the county board of education;
(4) independent contractors; and
(5) any person whose employment is subject to the approval of the United States government or any agency thereof.