Commission on Judicial Selection Announces Vacancy in the Ninth Judicial District

A judgeship vacancy is occurring in Minnesota’s Ninth Judicial District Court according to announcement from the Commission on Judicial Selection.

According to a press release from the Office of the Governor and Lt. Governor, Communication Department the Commission is searching for fair, experienced, and civic-minded individuals to serve on the bench and offer their talents and services to Minnesota’s judicial system. The following qualities will be considered for judicial office: integrity, maturity, health (if job related), judicial temperament, legal knowledge, ability, experience, and community service. The application process is now open for this vacancy.

An individual wishing to apply may request an application by writing to Lee E. Sheehy, Chair of the Commission on Judicial Selection, at 116 Veterans Service Building, 20 West 12^th Street, St. Paul, MN 55155, or by contacting Lidya Makonnen, Appointments Coordinator, via e-mail at [email protected]. A cover letter and resume should also be submitted with the application. Application materials are due by close of business on Thursday, December 1, 2016. Interviews are scheduled to be held on Friday, December 16, 2016.