The adjutant general shall be appointed by the governor for a term concurrent with the term of the governor who appointed the adjutant general, and shall serve as such at the pleasure of the governor. The adjutant general shall have such rank as may be conferred by the governor, but in no event shall such rank be higher than that of lieutenant general. The adjutant general shall be a member of the Tennessee national guard who meets all of the qualifications to be a federally recognized general officer.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Title 58 - Military Affairs, Emergencies and Civil Defense
Part 1 - Military Forces — in General
§ 58-1-105. Commander-in-Chief of Military Forces — Powers — Regulations
§ 58-1-107. Troops on Active Duty — Commanding Officers — Powers and Duties
§ 58-1-108. Active State Duty — Individuals
§ 58-1-110. Military Staff of the Governor
§ 58-1-111. Honorary Staff of the Governor
§ 58-1-114. Military Department Constituted
§ 58-1-115. Adjutant General — Appointment
§ 58-1-117. Design of the Flag or Banner of the Military Department