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According the Clarion Ledger, Eric Clark, out-going Secretary of State, has applied for a job as the executive director of the State Board for Community and Junior Colleges.

But, he may have some competition.

George Walker, president of the state Community College board, said the body will review applications at its Dec. 21 meeting. Walker, who was reached at his Clarksdale home, didn't know the exact number of applicants, but estimated there to be about 20 to 25 qualified applicants. He said an additional 15 to 20 people are not being considered because they did not meet the qualifications.

The person must have a doctorate degree or equivalent and "five years senior-level full-time administrative experience in an applicable institution, government agency or industry," according to a job announcement posted earlier this year.