# State Personnel and Pensions (GSP)

## Title 6. State Personnel Management System Generally

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

#### Section 6-405

(a) Except as otherwise provided by law, individuals in the following positions in the skilled service and professional service are considered special appointments:

  (1) a position to which an individual is directly appointed by the Governor by an appointment that is not provided for by the Maryland Constitution;

  (2) a position to which an individual is directly appointed by the Board of Public Works;

  (3) as determined by the Secretary, a position which performs a significant policy role or provides direct support to a member of the executive service;

  (4) a position that is assigned to the Government House;

  (5) a position that is assigned to the Governor's Office; and

  (6) any other position that is specified by law to be a special appointment.

(b) Except as provided under Sec. 6-105(a) of the State Government Article, a position that is a special appointment may be filled with regard to political affiliation, belief, or opinion if the Secretary determines that the position:

  (1) relates to political interests or concerns so as to warrant that political affiliation be a requirement for the position; and

  (2)

    (i) requires the provision of meaningful direct or indirect input into the policy-making process; or

    (ii) provides access to confidential information and:

      (1) requires substantial intervention or collaboration in the formulation of public policy; or

      (2) requires the provision of direct advice or the rendering of direct services to an appointing authority.

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