Md. Code, State Government § 9–1603

(a) The Office is headed by a Chief Administrative Law Judge appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.

(b) The Chief Administrative Law Judge shall:

(1) be appointed for a term of 6 years;

(2) devote full time to the duties of the Office; and

(3) be eligible for reappointment.

(c) The Chief Administrative Law Judge shall:

(1) receive the salary provided in the State budget;

(2) be admitted to practice law in the State; and

(3) have the powers and duties specified in this subtitle.

(d) The Chief Administrative Law Judge may employ a staff in accordance with the State budget.