Wright County is on the hunt for a new member to serve on its Personnel Board of Appeals, the local governing body charged with resolving disputes involving county employment issues. The position, which comes with a per diem payment for required meetings plus mileage expenses, is opening up for a three-year term and requires county residency, as confirmed in an announcement released yesterday.

The board, which operates on an on-call basis stepping in to mediate grievances that touch on alleged unfair actions, discrimination, or misinterpretations of personnel rules, is looking for individuals with a background in human relations or labor relations; according to the brief, experience in these fields is highly desired. County officials emphasize that the board plays an essential role in upholding integrity and fairness within the government workforce, and they are actively soliciting letters of interest and resumes.

The opportunity was detailed in a recent post on the Wright County official website, directing interested parties to send their applications to Human Resources Director Schawn Johnson at the Wright County Government Center by May 31, 2024. Those who think they might fit the bill or seek further details about what the role entails can reach out to Johnson directly via email at [email protected] or by phone at 763-684-8450, ensuring prospective applicants have direct access to the source for any clarifications.

Wright County affirms its commitment to equal opportunity employment in the call for applicants, reminding the public that serving the community in such a board is a chance to contribute to fair and equitable practices within county employment; this echoes the county's broader mission to foster a respectful and unbiased working environment, the county seeks a new board member to carry on this mission, to embrace and embody these core values in each proceeding they will adjudicate. Interested residents who believe they have what it takes to make impartial decisions and uphold the county's personnel policies can find more information on the Wright County website.