Appointments FAQ
Questions and Answers about Appointments to Alabama Boards and Commissions:
1. To what boards and/or commissions can the Governor appoint members and what
are their functions?
See a list of available boards and commissions. For additional, or specific, information
contact the board or commission directly.
2. How do I apply for a position on a board or commission?
The process starts with you. Complete the on-line application for the most efficient
processing, or send a letter to the Office of the Governor expressing your desire to serve, along with a brief résumé. Many boards have similar names, so be sure to
state the full and correct name of your board preference.
Send information
to: Office of the Governor, Boards & Commissions,
600 Dexter Avenue,
Montgomery, AL, phone: 334-353-7530, fax: 334-242-0936.
Your letter should include your name, address, and telephone number(s). You should specify the board or commission
in which you are interested and explain why you are qualified or experienced in
the area of the board's activity.
After the appointment process for each board is completed, the résumés are purged
from the file. Therefore, it is necessary to resubmit a copy of your résumé for
each new application.
3. Do I need to have other people recommend me?
The Governor appreciates all input
regarding appointments. If there are people who would like to express their confidence in you, ask them to submit their
recommendation
on-line at www.governor.alabama.gov or send letters of endorsement to the Office
of the Governor.
4. What happens after I submit my name to the Governor's Office?
Your application will be acknowledged, letting you know that it has been received.
Your application is placed on file with other candidates for the same board. Any
additional correspondence we receive from you or on your behalf is also kept on
file. If additional information is needed you will be contacted.
When it is time for the Governor to make an appointment to a board he will consider
the factors prescribed by the relevant statutes. In addition, consideration is given
to professional or personal experience either necessary or preferable to the board's
function.
The Governor reviews this information as well as a summary of the correspondence
received on each applicant, and makes his selections. All candidates are notified
by phone or mail of the Governor's decision.
5. How do I know if I am eligible to be appointed?
Most of the seats on boards and commissions are restricted by law. Reading the law
on a specific board will give you an idea if you are eligible for a particular position.
6. Do I have to disclose my personal finances if I am appointed to a state board
or commission?
A small number of boards require that appointees comply with state financial disclosure
laws.
7. What is "Senate Confirmation"?
The Constitution identifies certain boards and commissions which require that the
Governor's appointment be approved by the State Legislature. Confirmable appointments
are named as such because they require a public hearing be held before a joint standing
committee of the State Legislature for the purposes of confirming the Governor’s nomination. These appointments also require final Confirmation by the Alabama State
Senate.
Résumés must be submitted for these positions and are forwarded to the Senate.
To know whether a board or commission is considered a confirmable appointment or
a personal appointment, it is necessary to review the law that established the board.
8. Does a member of a board or commission receive any compensation?
As a general rule, board service is voluntary. However, most boards will cover appropriate
expenses that board members incur to attend official meetings of the board.
9. Can I apply for more than one board?
Yes. However, it is suggested that you prioritize your choices.
10. Who do I contact for further information?
More information on the composition, function, and duties of specific boards can
be obtained by contacting the board directly or reviewing the law that established
the board.
For more general information about the board process, please call (334) 353-7530.
We appreciate your interest in boards and commissions.
For further information contact the Appointments staff at (334) 353-7530.
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