Maine Revised Statutes

1. Appointment.   The Commissioner of Corrections, with the advice and the consent of the board, and on a timetable directed by the board, shall hire an executive director who serves at the pleasure of the board.

2. Qualifications.   To qualify for appointment as executive director, a person must have training and experience commensurate with the duties and powers assigned to the position as determined by the board.

3. Duties and powers of executive director.  The Executive Director of the State Board of Corrections shall perform administrative duties and exercise the powers consistent with policies established by the board.