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Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon releases notices of vacancies in State Boards, Councils and Committees



On November 2, 2020, the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State released notice of vacancies for various state boards, councils and committees that are accepting applications. Minnesotans are encouraged to apply and serve in demonstration of public service. The full list of 669 vacancies can be found on the secretary of state website Open Positions.

Applications may be submitted online, and must be submitted within 21 days of the “Publish Date” listed on our Open Positions page, to be assured of full consideration by the appointing authority. Appointing authorities may choose to review applications received by the Secretary of State after the 21 day application period.

Note: If you are a current member and wish to be considered for reappointment, you MUST submit an online application. If you need assistance, please contact: open. appointments@state.mn.us.

How to apply

Visit the Open Positions page. Scroll down to find the correct Agency/Board/Council. Choose the correct seat type, and click button that says APPLY The system will walk you through creating an application profile.

Page 2 of the application will now allow you to attach the following documents: • Letter of Interest • Resume or Biography

Applicants are encouraged to use the online application as the Appointing Authority will have access to your information as soon as it is submitted.

Applications submitted via downloadable application may experience some delay in reaching the Appointing Authority. Paper applications may be submitted by email to: Open Appointments or by mail or in person to:

Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State 180 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. St Paul, MN 55155-1299

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