Mayor Greg Nickels is seeking a new Seattle Design Commission member to fill a vacancy for the urban planner position.
“Seattle is a vibrant and livable city, thanks in large part to its excellent urban design,” Nickels said. “I invite experienced urban planners to take part in this important work and help create a city that is cherished by future generations.”
Design Commission members are appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the City Council for renewable, two-year terms. The 10-member commission includes two licensed architects, a professional fine artist, a member-at-large, and one Get Engaged member (YMCA Young Civic Leaders Program). It also includes the following positions: urban planner, licensed engineer, licensed landscape architect and urban or environmental designer. Applications for other categories will be accepted for future vacancies.
Established in 1968, the Seattle Design Commission advises city officials on the design and environmental effects of capital improvement projects (CIP). Members also help select consultants for city projects. The commission meets during the day on the first and third Thursdays of each month. In addition, members serve on project subcommittees and represent the commission on other advisory boards. Members work an average of 20 to 25 hours a month. Members cannot contract with the city on any capital improvement project reviewed by the commission. Applicants must reside in the city of Seattle.
To be considered, please send a letter of interest and résumé by Feb. 16, 2009. In keeping with the mayor’s “Paper Cuts” program, electronic submissions are preferred. Please e-mail your letter of interest and résumé to: valerie.kinast@seattle.gov.
To mail a paper submittal, please address it to:
Valerie Kinast, Design Commission Coordinator
Seattle Design Commission
Department of Planning and Development
City of Seattle
700 Fifth Ave., Ste. 2000
P.O. Box 34019
Seattle, WA 98124-4019
The city of Seattle is committed to promoting diversity in the city’s boards and commissions. Women, people with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, people of color, and immigrants are encouraged to apply.