Maryland Code, Education § 11-104

(i) Select, organize, and direct the staff of the Commission;

(ii) Perform the duties the Commission assigns;

(iii) See that the policies and decisions of the Commission are carried out;

(iv) Serve at the pleasure of the Governor; and

(v) Be a member of the Governor's Executive Council.

(2)(i) After consideration of the recommendations of the Commission, the Governor shall include in the annual budget request the salary for the Secretary.

(ii) The Secretary is entitled to the salary provided in the State budget.

(i) Defining, identifying, and compiling data on State and regional workforce needs; and

(ii) Working collaboratively with the Department of Commerce and the Maryland Department of Labor to produce uniform and consistent baseline data, including common sources and measurements, about workforce needs to inform State policies relating to postsecondary education.