South Dakota Democratic Party launches hiring search for new director

Berk Ehrmantraut‘s departure part of ‘long-planned’ transition for state party

The South Dakota Democratic Party is on the hunt for someone new to handle daily operations of the organization.

Berk Ehrmantraut confirmed to The Dakota Scout Thursday he is transitioning out of his post as the state’s minority party’s executive director. He will remain engaged with the party during an ongoing hiring search and for a time following it’s conclusion.

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