S.D. Codified Laws § 9-10-9
Current with legislation signed by the governor on or before 3/6/2024
The auditor, attorney, library board of trustees, and the treasurer shall be appointed by the governing body and may be removed at any time by such governing body.
The auditor and the treasurer shall each appoint all deputies and employees in his office.
All other officers and employees, including all members of boards and commissions, except as otherwise provided by law, shall be appointed by the manager and may be removed by him.
SDCL 9-10-9