Tennessee Statutes
§ 71-1-106 — Appointment of chief officer and personnel
Tennessee·Title 71
The chief administrative and executive officer of the department shall be appointed by the governor solely on a basis of merit as measured by education, ability, and experience in the administration of public welfare activities and without regard to residence or political affiliation. Such officer shall serve at the pleasure of the governor. Such officer shall have general charge and supervision of the department and shall appoint the heads of such divisions as may be created. The choice of personnel shall be made on the basis of merit as measured by experience and training in each particular field. Vacancies in superior positions shall be filled so far as practicable by promotion based on meritorious service.
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Legislative History
Acts 1937, ch. 48, § 8; C. Supp. 1950, § 4765.11 (Williams, § 4765.8); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), §§ 14-106, 14-1-106.
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§ 71-1-101
Short title§ 71-1-102
Part definitions§ 71-1-103
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Powers and duties§ 71-1-107
Duties of commissioner§ 71-1-108
Authority over personnel§ 71-1-109
Legal assistance - Property - Rules§ 71-1-111
Hearings - Evidence§ 71-1-113
Expenditure of funds§ 71-1-115
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