Technical Board
John M. Selig

John M. Selig is the director of the Arkansas Department of Human Services, where he serves as a member of the governor’s cabinet and is responsible for providing leadership and oversight of the agency’s efforts to promote the health and well-being of all Arkansans, especially those most in need. Prior to serving as the department director, he was the department’s deputy director. In addition, Mr. Selig served as the director of the department’s Division of Behavioral Health Services as well as the director of the Arkansas Department of Health’s home health and personal care program. Mr. Selig received his undergraduate degree from Stanford University and his MPA degree from Princeton University. Prior to joining state government, Mr. Selig was on the staff of U.S. Senator David Pryor, and served two years in the Peace Corps as a teacher in West Africa.