2013 New Hampshire Revised Statutes
Title XIII - ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Chapter 176 - THE LIQUOR COMMISSION
Section 176:2-a - Deputy Commissioner.

[RSA 176:2-a effective September 22, 2013.]     176:2-a Deputy Commissioner. –
    I. The commissioner shall nominate a deputy commissioner for appointment by the governor with the consent of the council who shall be qualified to hold that position by reason of education and experience. The deputy commissioner shall hold office for a term of 4 years and may be reappointed. The deputy commissioner shall be subject to a background check by the state police prior to appointment.
    II. If a vacancy shall occur in said office, it shall be filled for the remainder of the term. The deputy commissioner may be removed by the governor and council for cause.
    III. The annual salary of the deputy commissioner shall be as specified in RSA 94:1-a.
    IV. The deputy commissioner shall perform such duties as are assigned by the commissioner. The deputy commissioner shall assume the duties of the commissioner in the event that the commissioner is unable for any reason to perform such duties.
    V. The deputy commissioner shall, subject to the supervision of the commissioner, exercise authority as required to ensure that the divisions and their directors are implementing the organizational goals and managing the work of the commission in an effective and efficient manner.

Source. 2013, 258:3, eff. Sept. 22, 2013.