Mich. Comp. Laws § 333.2228: Heads of intra-departmental units and employees; appointment; salaries and expenses; liability for damages; quarters and facilities.

Sec. 2228.

The director may appoint, subject to civil service procedures, heads of intra-departmental units and employees necessary to perform the functions prescribed by this code or any other law. Salaries and expenses incurred under this code shall be paid out of the amount appropriated for that purpose with the approval of the director.

The director or an employee or representative of the department is not personally liable for damages sustained in the performance of departmental functions, except for wanton and wilful misconduct.

The department of management and budget shall provide suitable quarters and facilities for the department.