(b) The governor shall appoint an individual with appropriate training and experience as commissioner of the department. The commissioner:

(1) is the executive and chief administrative officer of the department;

(2) may delegate authority to appropriate department staff;

(3) serves at the pleasure of the governor; and

(4) is entitled to receive compensation in an amount set by the governor, subject to approval by the budget agency.

As added by P.L.198-2001, SEC.66. Amended by P.L.178-2002, SEC.36.