The health officer shall be a qualified physician experienced and trained in public health administration, and who shall meet all minimum requirements for health officer under chapter 70.05 RCW. The health officer shall be nominated and appointed by the executive with the advice and consent of the council. The health officer shall serve at the pleasure of the executive, subject to RCW 70.05.050, and under the direction of the director. The health officer shall be subject to the county exempt personnel system. (Added by Amended Ord. 22-061, Oct. 26, 2022, Eff date Dec. 31, 2022).