CHAPTER 2. COMMISSIONER OF DEPARTMENT
IC 13-13-2
Chapter 2. Commissioner of Department
IC 13-13-2-1
Appointment; term; compensation; delegation of authority
Sec. 1. (a) 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; and
(2) may delegate authority to appropriate department staff.
(b) The commissioner:
(1) serves at the governor's pleasure; and
(2) is entitled to receive compensation in an amount set by the
governor, subject to approval by the budget agency.
As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.3.
IC 13-13-2-2
Appointments to other positions
Sec. 2. The commissioner shall appoint individuals to the other
positions in the department.
As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.3.
IC 13-13-2-3
Ad hoc group
Sec. 3. The commissioner may establish an ad hoc group to study
and make recommendations regarding critical environmental issues.
The ad hoc group may include the following:
(1) University representatives.
(2) Scientific research organizations.
(3) Public policy and research advisory organizations.
(4) Individuals from the private sector with experience in
related disciplines.
As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.3.