Md. Code, Education § 13–506

(a) With the approval of the Governor, the EMS Board shall appoint an Executive Director.

(b) The Executive Director serves at the pleasure of the EMS Board. The Executive Director is entitled to the salary provided in the State budget.

(c) Under the direction of the EMS Board, the Executive Director shall:

(1) Be the administrative head of the EMS Board;

(2) Be the administrative head of the Institute; and

(3) Perform any other duty or function that the EMS Board requires.

(d) Any foundation created by the EMS Board shall be subject to audit by the Office of Legislative Audits.