§9–208.

    In cooperation with the Secretary of Budget and Management, the Secretary shall:

        (1)    set minimum salaries, qualifications, and standards of training and experience for the positions in the Department; and

        (2)    for employees who desire training in addition to in-service training and whose service records show merit, provide:

            (i)    educational subsidies, scholarships, and stipends; and

            (ii)    institutes, conferences, and classes.