The Board of Pardons shall:

(1) Exercise the pardon authority as defined in section 83-170 for all criminal offenses except treason and cases of impeachment;

(2) Adopt and promulgate rules and regulations for its own administration and operation;

(3) Appoint and remove its employees as prescribed by the State Personnel System and delegate appropriate powers and duties to them;

(4) Consult with the Board of Parole concerning applications for the exercise of pardon authority;

(5) Consult with the Department of Motor Vehicles concerning applications received from the department pursuant to section 60-6,209 for the exercise of pardon authority; and

(6) Exercise all powers and perform all duties necessary and proper in carrying out its responsibilities under the provisions of the Nebraska Treatment and Corrections Act.