3.1 The Executive Secretary will oversee the licensing of Speech-Language Pathologists in South Dakota by issuing, denying, or revoking licenses, inspecting licensees as permitted by state law, and investigating complaints under the direction of the South Dakota Board of SpeechLanguage Pathology and in compliance with SDCL 36-37. The duties of the Executive Secretary will include but are not limited to: 3.2.1 Oversee office administration 3.2.1.1 Maintain appropriate licensee records. 3.2.1.2 Process initial licensure and renewal applications. 3.2.1.3 Oversee and coordinate applicant and licensee communications. 3.2.1.4 Provide technical assistance to applicants, licensees, and public. 3.2.1.5 Maintain confidentiality of licensee files. 3.2.2 Interpret, Implement and administer federal and state statutes and administrative rules to ensure compliance and protect consumers. 3.2.3 Provide leadership to the board to ensure continuity of operations 3.2.3.1 Advise the Board of laws, rules, issues, investigations and all other pertinent infor mation to keep the Board informed and updated. 3.2.3.2 Provide regular written reports to the Board as directed. 3.2.3.3 Establish goals and priorities in consultation with the Board. 3.2.3.4 Coordinate and attend all scheduled Board meetings and see that board directives are carried out. 3.2.3.5 Coordinate and attend other Board meetings as necessary. 3.2.3.6 Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to further the Board’s miss ion. 3.2.4 Oversee licensing process to ensure that licenses are issued to qualified persons. 3.2.4.1 Approve applications for licensure and renewal 3.2.4.2 Review, present, audit and approve continuing education courses attended by licensees 3.2.4.3 Provide technical assistance to licensees and the public by answering questions regarding licensure laws and practice. 3.2.4.4 Coordinate and evaluate licensing activity with other states for reciprocity purposes. 3.2.5 Draft proposed changes to state statute and administrative rules, coordinate the rules promulgation process, lobby legislators, and testify before legislative committees to ensurenecessary laws and rules are created, updated, and remain consistent with the ed ucation of the speech-language pathology profession and for the protection of the public. 3.2.6 Oversee all fiscal activities of the Board to ensure proper controls over revenues and expenditures 3.2.6.1 Monitor collection and deposit of revenues. 3.2.6.2 Approve vouchers for expenditures. 3.2.6.3 Complete monthly local and state reconciliations 3.2.6.4 Prepare for and provide support for any required financial audits. 3.2.6.5 Draft annual budget proposal for Board approval 3.2.6.6 Maintain records and monitor budget. 3.2.6.7 Negotiate contracts for required services according to established DOH procedures. 3.2.6.8 Prepare and submit annual and other reports as requested by the Board and Department of Health. 3.2.7 Coordinate board investigations of complaints against licensees and unlicensed practitioners as authorized pursuant to SDCL 36-37. 3.2.7.1 Initiate complaints against licensees on behalf of the Board 3.2.7.2 Analyze investigative materials and consult with legal counsel on the legal procedures. 3.2.7.3 Present finding and recommendations to the Board or law judge to ensure violations are corrected. 3.2.7.4 Schedule informal proceedings and disciplinary hearings. 3.2.7.5 Serve as a resource in complain proceedings by referring to pertinent statutes and administrative rules to aid the Board when reviewing complaints for possible violations...
