Conn. Agencies Regs. § 10-392-3b
The executive director is the chief executive officer of the commission and is appointed by the Governor in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 46 of the Connecticut General Statutes. The executive director has the overall responsibility for the effectiveness and welfare of the agency. The executive director, along with the program division directors, has the responsibility to foster effective communication and coordination among all commission staff members. Except as otherwise set forth in the Connecticut General Statutes or these regulations, the executive director is responsible for, and authorized to conduct, all tasks and duties necessary for the proper functioning of the agency, including, but not limited to, the commission's budget, day-to-day operations, contracting, staffing needs, hiring and termination of all commission employees, equipment, record and database maintenance and storage, both in electronic and hard copy format. In determining specific budgetary and staffing needs of the commission, the executive director may consult with the commission program division directors. The executive director is responsible for the commission's external relations with the public and other state agencies regarding the programs, priorities and mission of the commission. The executive director is also responsible for coordinating the commission's legislative strategy and priorities. Unless precluded by law, the executive director may delegate specific authority to conduct functions of the commission to one or more of the program division directors.
Conn. Agencies Regs. § 10-392-3b