The Secretary serves as the chief advisor to the Governor on public safety and criminal justice.

The Secretary serves as the chief advisor to the Governor on energy policy development and implementation.

As of 2013, at least two Secretaries have served in that dual position.

The President and Secretary shall serve for a year.

Aside from its succession function, the Secretary would serve as a chief aid to the Governor.

The Secretary serves as the chief advisor to the Governor on economic development and cultural heritage.

This was longer than any other Secretary had served.

The Secretary is appointed by the Governor and serves at his pleasure.

The Secretary served as the chief advisor to the Governor on public health issues and needs.

The Secretary of State also serves on the board.