Chapter 1. Organization And Appointment Of Health Officers of California Health And Safety Code >> Division 101. >> Part 3. >> Chapter 1.
Each board of supervisors shall appoint a health officer
who is a county officer.
The county health officer shall be a graduate of a medical
college of good standing and repute. His or her compensation shall be
determined by the board of supervisors.
Immediately after the appointment of the health officer,
the board of supervisors shall notify the director of the appointment
and the name and address of the appointee.