The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State released the September 2016 notice of vacancies for various state boards, councils and committees that are accepting applications, due September 27, 2016. Minnesotans are encouraged to apply and serve in demonstration of public service. The application forms are available online.
MEDICAL SERVICES REVIEW BOARD
Vacancies: One physician member
The board advises the Department of Labor and Industry on medical matters relating to workers’ compensation, makes determinations on inappropriate, unnecessary or excessive treatment under M.S. 176.103, subd. 2, and may issue penalties for violation of rules following a contested case procedure under chapter 14 under M.S. 176.103, subd.3.
STATEWIDE INDEPENDENT LIVING COUNCIL
Vacancies: One center director, five members, one organization and advocacy rep, two public members
Jointly develop and sign the State Plan for Independent Living. Monitor, review, and evaluate the implementation of the State Plan; As appropriate, coordinate activities with other entities in the State that provide services similar to or complementary to independent living services, such as entities that facilitate the provision of or provide long-term community-based services and supports.
TASK FORCE ON MEDICAL CANNABIS THERAPEUTIC RESEARCH
Vacancies: One substance use disorder treatment provider
The task force shall hold hearings to conduct an assessment that evaluates the impact of the use of medical cannabis and evaluates Minnesota’s activities and other states’ activities involving medical cannabis. The group shall offer analysis of the program design and implementation; the impact on the health care provider community; patient experiences; the impact on the incidence of substance abuse; access to and quality of medical cannabis and medical cannabis products; the impact on law enforcement and prosecutions; public awareness and perception; and any unintended consequences.
http://www.sos.state.mn.us/media/2658/september-2016-vacancies.pdf