Enhancing our Workforce
Governor Walz and Lieutenant Governor Flanagan are committed to ensuring all working Minnesotans earn a family-sustaining income. State licensing boards are an important part of ensuring a just, safe, and thriving working environment across multiple professions. Boards and commissions make impactful decisions on the licensure, regulation, and required education for workers, which can affect the working conditions of everyday Minnesotans and their access to these professions. The Governor and Lieutenant Governor are seeking applicants who are dedicated to working toward a more equitable workforce. Please consider applying and sharing these opportunities with your family, friends, and networks.
Minnesotans are encouraged to apply for appointment to these important positions. Please find more information on workforce-related boards and commissions below.
Board of Nursing - The Board of Nursing protects the public's health and welfare by overseeing and ensuring the safe practice of nursing in Minnesota. The Board holds nurses accountable for conduct based on legal, ethical, and professional standards. The Board currently has vacancies for 4 Registered Nurse and 2 Public Members. Additional information and applications can be found on the Secretary of State’s website. Contact the Governor’s office at gov.appointments@state.mn.us if you have any questions.
Board of the MN Humanities Center (Governor Appointed) - The Board of the MN Humanities Center serves as an advisory body for the Humanities Center that conducts professional development opportunities for educators and the public; creates and disseminates one-of-a-kind educational resources; partners with a variety of communities and organizations to offer humanities-based programs statewide; offers and manages state (legacy) and federal (NEH) grant to statewide organizations pursuing humanities-based projects; and operates a full-service meeting and event center. The Board currently has 6 Member Positions open. Additional information and applications can be found on the Secretary of State’s website. Contact the Governor’s office at gov.appointments@state.mn.us if you have any questions.
Board of Social Work – The Board of Social Work promotes and protects the public health, safety, and welfare though the licensure and regulation of persons who practice social work. The Board currently has 3 vacancies for 2 Public Members and 1 Licensed Graduate Social Worker or Licensed Independent Social Worker or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Additional information and applications are available on the Secretary of State’s website. Contact the Governor’s office at gov.appointments@state.mn.us if you have any questions.
Board of Marriage and Family Therapy – The Board of Marriage and Family Therapy protects the public through effective licensure and enforcement of the statutes and rules governing the practice of marriage and family therapists to ensure a standard of competent and ethical practice. The Board currently has vacancies for 1 Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and 1 Public Member. Additional information and applications can be found on the Secretary of State’s website. Contact the Governor’s office at gov.appointments@state.mn.us if you have any questions.
Board of Medical Practice – The Board of Medical Practice licensures and enforces statutes, laws, and rules related to the professional practice of physicians, physician assistants, respiratory therapists, acupuncturists, athletic trainers, genetic counselors, naturopathic doctors, and traditional midwives. The Board also serves as a resource to consumers and stakeholders in the health care delivery system. Additional information and applications can be found on the Secretary of State’s website. Currently, there are 8 vacancies on the board:
