13-37-107. Commissioner of political practices -- qualifications.

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13-37-107 . 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.