"Gubernatorial appointment" refers to the act of a governor choosing someone to fill a specific position or role in government. It means the governor has picked someone for an important job. Full definition
There are several anticipated efforts in 2014 to alter processes for selecting state court judges, particularly in states with commission - based gubernatorial appointment of appellate judges. (iaals.du.edu)
Other types of merit selection involve gubernatorial appointment or legislative appointment. (ncpolicywatch.com)
The proposed constitutional amendment would replace partisan elections with a commission - based gubernatorial appointment and senate confirmation process. (iaals.du.edu)