Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Commissioner Ida Rukavina announced today that Al Becicka was appointed to serve as the agency’s deputy commissioner.

In his new position, Becicka will help carry out the agency's mission of promoting and investing in business, community and workforce development for the betterment of northeastern Minnesota.

Becicka previously served as the agency’s legal counsel for almost 15 years advising on matters regarding the agency’s regional investments and compliance with state laws, rules and regulations. He also worked with the agency as a loan officer for various economic and business development projects. Prior to that Becicka dedicated his expertise to serving the people of Minnesota in his roles at the Attorney General’s Office, the State Auditor’s Office and the Departments of Administration and Human Services.

“Al is uniquely suited to serve as deputy commissioner. He is well respected by our staff, by community leaders and throughout the region," said Rukavina. "He has a history with the agency which gives him thorough knowledge and a deepened perspective of the communities, industries and people we serve.”

Read the full announcement.