Maryland Education Section 16-104

      (a)      Except as provided in § 16-105 of this subtitle, each board of trustees shall appoint a president of each community college under its jurisdiction.

      (b)      The president:

            (1)      Shall report directly to the board of trustees;

            (2)      Shall recommend the appointment by the board of qualified faculty members and other employees necessary for the efficient administration of the community college;

            (3)      Shall recommend the discharge of employees for good cause; however, any employee with tenure shall be given reasonable notice of the grounds for dismissal and an opportunity to be heard;

            (4)      Is responsible for the conduct of the community college and for the administration and supervision of its departments; and

            (5)      Shall attend all meetings of the board, except those involving his personal position as president.