§9–1603.

(a) The Office is headed by a Chief Administrative Law Judge appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate. (b) The Chief Administrative Law Judge shall: (1) be appointed for a term of 6 years; (2) devote full time to the duties of the Office; and (3) be eligible for reappointment. (c) The Chief Administrative Law Judge shall: (1) receive the salary provided in the State budget; (2) be admitted to practice law in the State; and (3) have the powers and duties specified in this subtitle. (d) The Chief Administrative Law Judge may employ a staff in accordance with the State budget.