Parks Advisory Board

Park Board Opening (At Large)

• This position is open for any applicant living in Snohomish County 
• Closing Date: Open until filled
• Type of Board: Regular
• Contact: Sharon Swan at 425-388-6616

General Description of Board Duties

SCC 2.16.030 established the Snohomish County Parks Advisory Board to assist the Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation in reviewing and recommending policies related to Parks and Recreation facilities and operations. Board members also participate at parks events and assist in the promotion of parks facilities, events and programs. The board is composed of 11 members. Five members represent and are appointed from each of the County Council Districts and shall reside in those districts. Six members serve at-large and may reside anywhere in the county. Board members represent a broad range of interest and can serve for up to three four-year terms. Nominees are recommended by the County Executive and confirmed by the County Council pursuant to SCC 2.03.040. Contact 425-388-6602 for more information.

Qualifications and Restrictions

Criteria used to evaluate potential nomination for a position of the Parks Advisory Board include:

• Community experience
• Working with or membership in one or more community-based non-profit groups
• Experience with a public agency operating public parks
• Participation in Snohomish County Parks including the Evergreen State Fair Park
• History of volunteerism
• Experience in marketing and promotion of parks
• Extra skills that can be applied to assisting parks

Additional Information

• Length of Term: Four years
• Maximum Consecutive Terms Allowed: Three terms
• Total Board Members: 11 members