N.Y. Navigation Law § 12: Inspector; qualifications

§ 12. Inspector; qualifications. The commissioner may appoint an

inspector or inspectors, who shall have a practical knowledge of the

construction, equipment and management of vessels and who shall possess

such experience and qualifications as required to carry out and fulfill

the duties of inspector indicated in this chapter and specifically

defined in section thirteen hereof and as may be determined by the New

York state civil service department.