§ 337. Responsibilities of state departments and agencies. 1. Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, responsibility for the operation and administration of work, employment and training programs in connection with the programs administered pursuant to this chapter shall be vested in the commissioner subject to regulations, procedures and instructions of the department.

2. The department is authorized to enter into agreements with any state agency, social services district or other entity for performance of activities authorized under this title.