In Re the Appeal of the Selection Process for the Position of Electrician

OPINION

G. BARRY ANDERSON, Judge.

In 2002, relator, Keith Anderson, a temporary electrician for the City of Minneapolis, complained of alleged safety violations involving city vehicles. Shortly afterward, relator was terminated from his employment. After the termination, relator complained to the Minnesota Occupational, Safety, and Health Agency (MOSHA). Eight months after relator’s employment was terminated, the city accepted applications for permanent electricians; one of the highlighted requirements was completion of a state-approved apprenticeship. Relator had completed a state-approved…