CHEYENNE — Gov. Mark Gordon is inviting Wyoming citizens to review the current vacancy list for boards and commissions and consider applying to serve in these important roles. 

Serving on a state board is an important tool for civic engagement, allowing residents to lend their expertise, shape public policy, and directly impact our communities.

Wyoming has over 140 state boards that perform a wide variety of functions, including regulating professions, managing state assets, and advising and governing our state agencies.

While the State’s boards vary in scope and purpose, they all exist to serve the public interest, addressing a vital service to ensure the continued success of our state. Depending on the board, members fulfill distinct roles, playing a critical role in keeping the state accountable, effective and responsive. 

Wyoming has several licensing and regulatory boards that protect the public safety and welfare of our citizens by ensuring licensees and companies meet professional standards. Several of our boards serve in advisory capacities that help guide policy discussions by gathering stakeholder feedback and providing vital expertise. 

Some boards operate in an adjudicatory capacity, interpreting laws and applying guidelines with high standards of impartiality. Board members may have to make significant time commitments, requiring dedicated individuals who can consistently review prep materials, travel when necessary, and actively participate in meetings. 

For boards to be successful, Wyoming seeks volunteer members dedicated and willing to contribute the time needed for the board to be successful and operate efficiently.

Many boards consist of statutorily specific positions that require members to meet specific criteria, but numerous openings also exist for at-large members, for which any resident is eligible for consideration. Individuals interested in serving can explore current vacancies, review detailed board requirements, and submit applications directly on the website, or by contacting the Governor’s Office.