Vacancies

Boards and Commissions Vacancies

The City Clerk is accepting applications for the following boards and commissions. Applications must be in the City Clerk's Office, 2nd Floor of City Hall, 701 E. Broadway, by NOON on Friday, May 6, 2011. The application form may be submitted online or in PDF format. Applicants can either complete and submit the online application to the City Clerk directly from the internet or can complete the PDF format online and then print, sign, and submit it by mail to the City Clerk's office for processing.

AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD: 2 vacancies with terms to expire May 16, 2015. Must be registered voters of the City and be familiar with the subject of aviation. The Board makes recommendations to Council for the development and use of the Airport. Monthly meetings held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12:00 p.m. at the Airport.

BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN COMMISSION: 2 vacancies with terms to expire July 31, 2012. Both shall have knowledge of bicycling, bicycle safety and/or bikeways, and must be qualified voters of the City. The Commission advises the Council on issues relating to sidewalks, walkways and trails. Monthly meetings held on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.

BOARD OF MECHANICAL EXAMINERS: 2 vacancies with terms to expire June 17, 2014. One must be a general contractor not in the HVACR business and one must be a HVACR journeyman mechanic. Both must be residents of the City of Columbia. The Board is empowered to give examinations for mechanical heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration licenses and certificates. Monthly meetings held on the second Tuesday of the month at 5:00 p.m.

BOARD OF PLUMBING EXAMINERS: 2 vacancies with terms to expire May 31, 2013. One must be a master plumber with six years experience in the plumbing business and one must be a person not engaged in, working at, employed by, or connected with plumbing, a plumbing firm, contractor, or the plumbing industry. Both must be residents of the City of Columbia. The Board establishes standards and procedures for the qualification, examination, and licensing of master, journeyman, residential and apprentice plumbers, and issues certificates of competency as appropriate. Monthly meetings are generally held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 5:00 p.m.

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION CODES COMMISSION: 4 vacancies with terms to expire August 1, 2011, August 1, 2012 and August 1, 2013. One alternate is needed from each of the following categories: professional engineer (experience in electrical/mechanical), master plumber, fire expert and electrician. The Commission periodically reviews and makes recommendations relating to building construction codes. Monthly meetings held on the fourth Monday of the month at 4:30 p.m.

C.A.R.E ADVISORY BOARD: 1 vacancy with term to expire March 1, 2014. Must be an employer who has previously employed C.A.R.E. trained employees and is interested in promoting the C.A.R.E. program to current and prospective employers in Columbia and Boone County. The Board advises the Council on matters pertaining to the C.A.R.E. program. Meetings held at least quarterly.

COLUMBIA VISION COMMISSION: 1 vacancy with term to expire December 15, 2011 for the coordinating committee. Must have demonstrated a commitment to the visioning process. Candidates will be evaluated on the ability to work with data and understand systematic relationships, the ability to work collaboratively, management skills, independence, existing memberships or positions, and contributions to the diversity of the Commission. The Commission tracks, monitors and assists with the implementation of the visioning process. Meetings held on the last Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m.

DISABILITIES COMMISSION: 4 vacancies with terms to expire June 15, 2014. Three must have a significant disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act and one must own or operate businesses within the Columbia area. All shall be residents of the City. The Commission considers concerns relating to residents with disabilities. Monthly meetings held on the second Thursday of the month at 3:00 p.m.

ENVIRONMENT AND ENERGY COMMISSION: 2 vacancies with terms to expire June 1, 2014. Both must be qualified voters of the City and should have knowledge in matters pertaining to the environment. The Commission serves in an advisory capacity for all matters pertaining to environmental protection and conservation. Monthly meetings held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.

HEALTH INSURANCE APPEALS BOARD: 1 vacancy with term to expire February 16, 2014. Must have substantive professional experience in benefits administration for a large organization. The Board hears appeals from the decisions of the administrator. Monthly meetings held on call.

HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD: 1 vacancy with term to expire May 31, 2015. Must be a taxpayer who has resided in the City of Columbia for one year prior to appointment, and must not be an officer of the City of Columbia. Duties include overseeing housing projects. Monthly meetings held on the third Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. (MAYOR’S APPOINTMENT)

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION: 2 vacancies with terms to expire May 31, 2014. One member must be from Ward 4 and one member may be from any Ward. Both must be registered qualified voters of the City. The Commission acts in an advisory capacity in all matters pertaining to public recreation. Monthly meetings held on the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m.

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION: 1 vacancy with term to expire May 31, 2012. Must be a qualified voter and resident of the City for at least one year immediately prior to appointment, and shall hold no other office or position in City government. The Commission makes recommendations pertaining to planning and zoning related issues. Meetings held on the Thursdays, following Council Meeting Mondays, at 7:00 p.m.