Matching Pairs State Offices Matching GameOnline version Match the state office with its description. This activity is for middle school students. by Arizona Bar Foundation 1 Governor 2 State Legislator 3 Superintendent of Public Instruction 4 Secretary of State 5 Attorney General 6 State Treasurer 7 State Mine Inspector Manages and oversees the public school system. Manages the certification of teachers and distributes education funds. The head of a state's Executive Branch. This person can veto legislation, appoint state judges to court, and call the state legislature into special session to try and pass laws quickly. They are the commander of the state's National Guard. Acts as the chief lawyer for the state. Advises the state legislature and other executive departments in legal matters. This person serves as acting governor when the governor is out of state. Maintains records and archives, works with businesses, and is tasked with making sure elections are run smoothly. Serves either in the State House of Representatives or the State Senate. Elected from various districts around the state to create new laws. Manages the state's money, debt, and investments. Acts as a banker for state agencies. Visits mines to make sure they are safe and follow health and safety rules.