Tennessee Code Title 10. Public Libraries, Archives and Records § 10-1-107

(a) The secretary of state has the authority to create positions necessary to effectively carry on library programs. The secretary of state is authorized to make appointments or dismissals to positions deemed necessary to conduct the affairs of the library program.

(b) The secretary of state is authorized to expend funds for the special training and formal education of library personnel; provided, that the personnel shall agree to work in the state library system for at least two (2) years after the completion of the training and education.