The Board may employ: one part–time deputy chief inspector at an annual salary that: is not less than $18,000; and includes any cost–of–living increase available to nonrepresented Anne Arundel County employees; and 18 part–time inspectors at an annual salary that: is not less than $8,260 each; and includes any cost–of–living increase available to nonrepresented Anne Arundel County employees. Each inspector shall receive a monthly expense allowance of $300, subject to the approval of the Executive Director. An inspector: has all the powers of a peace officer or sheriff in the State arising out of or relating to the enforcement of this article; may serve a summons under § 11–2604 of this title; and may issue a civil citation under § 11–2605 of this title. An inspector shall take the oath required by Article I, § 9 of the Maryland Constitution. An inspector shall provide a penalty bond of $2,000 to the Board and the County Council jointly on the condition that the inspector faithfully perform the duties of office. The county shall pay the cost of the bond.