# State Personnel and Pensions (GSP)

## Title 6. State Personnel Management System Generally

### Subtitle 4. Employment Categories in the State Personnel Management System

#### Section 6-402

(a) Except as otherwise provided by law, a position in the Executive Branch of State government is in the professional service if the position:

  (1) requires knowledge of an advanced type in a field of science or learning customarily acquired by a course of specialized intellectual instruction and study; and

  (2) normally requires a professional license, advanced degree, or both.

(b) The professional service includes any other position that is determined by the Secretary to be in the professional service.

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Md. Code Ann., State Pers. & Pens. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)