Ala. Code § 45-8-240.02: Deputies, Clerks, and Assistants.

Subject to the approval of the county commission and the provisions of the Civil Service Act, Section 45-8-120, et seq., as amended, the county revenue commissioner shall appoint and fix the duties of a sufficient number of deputies, clerks, and assistants to perform properly the duties of his or her office. The acts of the deputies shall have the same force and legal effect as if performed by the county revenue commissioner.