The Governor appoints each member to staggered four-year terms and members are subject to confirmation by the Senate. Iowa law states that the member must be of good character. The Council must have a minority member, a person ordained or designated regular leader of a religious community. There should be a person knowledgeable in correctional procedures and issues. A member who is an attorney licensed to practice law in this state and who is knowledgeable in correctional procedures and matters. A member should have at least a master's degree in social work or