Montana § 13-37-107 - Commissioner Of Political Practices -- Qualifications

§ 13-37-107. Commissioner Of Political Practices -- Qualifications

Commissioner of political practices -- qualifications. The individual appointed to serve as commissioner: (1) must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of Montana as provided in 13-1-112 ; (2) on the date of appointment, must be registered to vote in Montana; (3) in the 2 years immediately preceding the date of the appointment, may not have: (a) served as a fundraiser for a candidate for public office; (b) served as an officer in a political party or for a political committee; or (c) participated in the management or conduct of a campaign by a candidate for public office; (4) must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: (a) a confirmable track record of highly ethical professional behavior; (b) the demonstrable ability to be firm, fair, and unbiased in carrying out professional responsibilities; (c) the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; (d) the ability to interpret statutes, legal opinions, and regulations; (e) the ability to supervise, organize, and motivate employees; and (f) knowledge of the standards of evidence and due process rights that are applicable to judicial and quasi-judicial proceedings.