Ala. Code § 33-10-3
The commission shall be composed of the Governor, who shall serve as an ex officio member, and a board of commissioners consisting of five members chosen on the basis of their demonstrated experience in civic leadership and their stature and ability to act effectively for the best interests of the State of Alabama. All commissioners shall be appointed by the Governor. Each of the five commissioners shall serve a five-year term, except for the initial appointees. The first five appointments shall be for terms as follows: One member for one year, two for two years and two for three years. All vacancies shall be filled by the Governor for the unexpired term in the same manner as the appointments are originally made. A commissioner may be removed by the Governor for just cause. The Governor shall designate one member of the commission to serve as chairman and another to serve as vice-chairman. Any vacancy in the office of chairman or vice-chairman shall be filled for the unexpired term in the manner provided for the original appointment or selection. The commission may select other officers as are appropriate for the fulfillment of the commission's activities.
Ala. Code § 33-10-3 (1975)