S.C. Code Ann. § 46-9-20: Appointment of State Entomologist and State Plant Pathologist.

The commission may appoint an entomologist, known as the State Entomologist, and a plant pathologist, known as the State Plant Pathologist, who serve at the pleasure of the commission. The entomologist and pathologist shall advise, within their respective areas of expertise, the commission in the performance of its duties.