A. 
There shall be Department of Tourism headed by a Director of Tourism who shall be appointed by the County Executive based on his or her experience and qualifications to perform the duties of the office, subject to confirmation by the County Legislature, and shall serve at his or her pleasure.
B. 
Powers and duties. He or she shall promote all of Ulster County's tourism sites, attractions and events with a view toward strengthening the economy of Ulster County. He or she shall also have all the powers and perform all the duties now and hereafter conferred or imposed upon him or her by law and perform other and related duties required by the County Executive and County Legislature.