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HomeLabor CodeDiv. 1Ch. 1§ 57 Division Chiefs Appointment

§ 57 Division Chiefs Appointment

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§ 57 Division Chiefs Appointment

Key Takeaways

  • •Each division has a boss called a chief.
  • •The Governor picks the chief.
  • •The chief gets paid a salary decided by the law.
  • •The chief can be removed by the director at any time.

Example

Imagine a school where each grade has a teacher.

The principal (like the Governor) picks the teacher (the chief). The teacher gets paid a set amount and can be let go by the school board (the director) whenever they want.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 57 Division Chiefs Appointment

Each division shall be in charge of a chief who shall be appointed by the Governor and shall receive a salary fixed in accordance with law, and shall serve at the pleasure of the director. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 993.)

Last verified: January 21, 2026

Key Terms

divisionchiefGovernordirector

Related Statutes

  • § 55 Department Organization Authority
  • § 1182.16 Minimum Wage Increase Delay
  • § 1193.5 Wage And Overtime Enforcement
  • § 1452 Personal Attendant Committee Study
  • § 1742 Wage Assessment Review Process

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Labor Code. Section 57.
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