Saint Paul – Governor Tim Pawlenty today announced the reappointment of Ann Eilbracht and Jimmiee Gaulden to the Merit System Council. Both are reappointed to another three-year term that expires on January 3, 2011.

Eilbracht, of Minneapolis, is the vice president of human resources with University of Minnesota Physicians. She has worked in human resources for University of Minnesota Physicians since 2003, and previously held similar positions with the city of Minneapolis, Robbinsdale School District, and Ramsey County.

Gaulden, of Cottage Grove, is the manager of 3M Talent Management, a position he has held since 2003. He has held a variety of positions in the human resources department since 1990, and has been employed by 3M since 1978.

The Merit System Council hears personnel appeals, sets policy for administration of examinations, reviews classification and compensation plans and proposed rule changes. The council consists of three members appointed by the Governor.