The secretary may employ a licensed engineer, trained or experienced in hydrology as chief engineer, and other personnel as may be necessary. The chief engineer shall act as adviser to the Water Management Board in all matters pertaining to the distribution and conservation of waters of the state as provided by this title.

Source: SL 1955, ch 430, § 1; SDC Supp 1960, § 61.0104; SL 1965, ch 299; SL 1983, ch 314, § 15.