2024-01-11 17:05:00
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) – Former Texas Health and Human Services Executive Wayne Salter has been chosen to lead the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services.
Salter was appointed the new role by Governor Doug Burgum and has more than 25 years of experience in leading human service programs. He’ll begin his position on Jan. 22.
“Throughout his career, Wayne has demonstrated a strong commitment to serving the needs of vulnerable populations and ensuring that essential human services are delivered efficiently and effectively, and that experience will serve North Dakotans well,” Burgum said.
HHS Deputy Commissioner Sara Stolt held the position of interim commissioner since Sept. 16, following the resignation of Former Commissioner Chris Jones. Stolt will remain as deputy commissioner of HHS.
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