The Office is headed by a Chief Administrative Law Judge appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Chief Administrative Law Judge shall: be appointed for a term of 6 years; devote full time to the duties of the Office; and be eligible for reappointment. The Chief Administrative Law Judge shall: receive the salary provided in the State budget; be admitted to practice law in the State; and have the powers and duties specified in this subtitle. The Chief Administrative Law Judge may employ a staff in accordance with the State budget.