NRS 62G.210: Establishment; powers and duties; appointment of director.

1. The board of county commissioners may establish by ordinance a department of juvenile justice services.

2. The department of juvenile justice services:

(a) Shall administer the provisions of services relating to the delinquency and the abuse and neglect of children with respect to matters arising pursuant to the provisions of this title; and

(b) May carry out programs relating to the prevention of juvenile delinquency.

3. The board of county commissioners may appoint a director of the department of juvenile justice services. The director serves at the pleasure of the board.