As used in this part, unless the context clearly requires a different meaning, the following terms shall have the following meanings:

(1) APPOINTING AUTHORITY. The sheriff, or any designee of the sheriff who is exempt pursuant to Section 45-28-234.01, vested with powers to appoint employees as provided by this part.

Terms Used In Alabama Code 45-28-234

(2) BOARD. The Personnel Board of the Office of the Sheriff of Etowah County created by this part.
(3) CLASSIFIED SERVICE. All Alabama Peace Officers’ Standards and Training Commission-certified custodial, administrative, and clerical employees of the Office of the Sheriff of Etowah County not specifically exempted as command staff in subsection (b) of Section 45-28-234.01.
(4) EMPLOYEE. Any person not exempt pursuant to Section 45-28-234.01 who is employed in the service of the office of the Sheriff of Etowah County.