It shall be the responsibility of the personnel appeals board to:

(1) Hear appeals filed pursuant to RCW 41.06.170 and issue findings, conclusions and orders.

(2) Establish general policies, rules and regulations for the hearing of appeals.

(3) Maintain a journal containing a record of all official actions of the board with the exception of findings and decisions.

(4) Perform all the powers and duties specified by chapter 41.64 RCW or as otherwise provided by law.