# State Personnel and Pensions (GSP)

## Title 6. State Personnel Management System Generally

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

#### Section 6-403

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

  (1) primarily involves direct responsibility for the oversight and management of personnel and financial resources;

  (2) requires the exercise of discretion and independent judgment; and

  (3) is not in the executive service.

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

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