BOARD
MEMBERS
Representing the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Communities:
Charles Doug Godfrey Chairperson
George Marty Blakely
James Ennis
Pierre Sevigny
Currently Vacant (Accepting Applications)
Professionals and Family Members:
Dr. Charles Abraham Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose, Throat Doctor)
Tammy Phillips Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing
Jamie Mallory Parent of a Deaf/Hard of Hearing Child
Currently Vacant (Accepting Applications) Audiologist
Representing State Agencies (Ex-Officio Members)
Jennifer Burgess Division of Labor
- Designee for James R. Lewis, Commissioner
Annette Carey Department of Education
- Designee for Dr. Steven Paine, Superintendent
Marsha Dadisman Department of Health and Human Resources
- Designee for Patsy A. Hardy, Secretary
Barbara King Division of Rehabilitation Services
- Designee for Deborah Lovely, Director
Patricia Moss Bureau for Public Health
- Designee for Chris Curtis, Acting Commissioner
Pam Roush WV Birth to Three Programs
Dr. Patsy Shank WV Schools for the Deaf and Blind
Dr. Michael Sullivan Advisory Council for the Education of Exceptional Children
Jennifer Burgess Division of Labor
Note: all board members are appointed by the Governor
If you are interested in applying for any of the current vacancies, or would like to submit an application for a future vacancy, please review the Roles and Responsibilities for Board Members carefully. Only apply if you are willing to fulfill these responsibilities. If interested, complete and submit the Application for Gubernatorial Appointment.
Applications for current vacancies must be received by 5:00 pm Friday, December 4, 2009.
Completed applications will be reviewed by, and nominees selected by, the Commission Board. Nominees selected will be submitted to the Governor for appointment to the Board. This process can be lengthy and we appreciate your patience. If you have questions or need further information or assistance, please feel free to contact the Commission.
Roles and
Responsibilities for Board Members
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