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The Civil Rights Commission was created to carry forward policies of the city to promote civil rights. The ordinance states this shall be done by seeking to prevent and eliminate discrimination; hold public meetings and forums; conduct programs of research and study; and advise the City’s elected officials and departments of matters relating to the commission.

Deadline: To receive applications will be Friday, October 18, 2019.

The Civil Rights Commission currently has nine (9) vacancies to fill, of which one (1) may be an active-licensed attorney member.

Requirements for Applicants:

• Applicants must be residents in the City of Minneapolis, unless waived by the city council.
• Applicants must favor the principles of equity, equal opportunity, and non-discrimination.
• Applicants may not be currently employed with the City of Minneapolis.
• Applicants should have the ability to read, apply logic, and evaluate complex information and compare it to existing rules, laws, or procedures.
• Applicants should have excellent writing skills.
• Applicants should be willing to engage in community outreach events with the public.
• Applicants should have a strong commitment to community service.
• Applicants should be willing to contribute 5-10 hours per month on commission-related duties and meetings;

Requirements for Attorney Applicants:

• Applicants must be active attorneys and licensed within the State of Minnesota or any other United States territory.
• Applicants should be well versed in civil rights law.
• Applicants should be willing to contribute 12-14 hours per month on commission-related duties and meetings.

Application Instruction

Go to: http://www.minneapolismn.gov/boards/openings/WCMSP-220471

Complete the Application Form and the Voluntary Demographic Questionnaire.
Send completed forms via:

• Email: openappointments@minneapolismn.gov
• Fax: 612-673-3812
• In Person: Minneapolis City Hall Room 304

Please indicate in your application whether you are applying as an attorney or non-attorney member of the Commission. You may apply on your own behalf, nominate others for consideration, or inform the City Clerk's Office of someone to whom you'd like application materials to be sent.

Selection Process

When appointment cycle is open, applications are received by the City Clerk’s Office. A Selection Committee comprised of representatives from the offices of the Mayor, City Council, Civil Rights Commission, and Civil Rights Department will review applications and interview applicants if necessary. Selected applicants will be forwarded to the full City Council and Mayor for approval.

Questions?

Please contact the City Clerk’s office regarding the application process:

City Clerk’s Office
Phone: 612-673-2216
Email: openappointments@minneapolismn.gov