Subject to the direction of the Commission, the Executive Director acts as Chief Staff Officer of the Georgia Public Service Commission with responsibility for direction and coordination of the activities of the Commission's staff in accordance with the policies established by the Commission for the regulation of those industries under its jurisdiction; directs all administrative support functions required for effective operation of Utilities and Transportation Divisions; and is in charge of all Commission personnel and preparation of the budget of the Commission.
Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 515-1-1-.04
O.C.G.A. Sec. 46-2-7.