S.C. Code Ann. § 48-62-370: Actions of office.

The office may:

(1) promulgate regulations to effectuate the provisions of this article;

(2) establish an operational structure within its authority to administer the fund;

(3) develop priority systems that ensure consistency with the provisions of this article;

(4) prepare annual plans in accordance with this article;

(5) receive monies from the fund for program administration and project management activities of the fund; and

(6) hire staff and employ agents, advisers, consultants, and other employees, including attorneys, financial advisers, engineers, and other technical advisers, and public accountants and determine their duties and compensation.