St. Mary’s County, MD — The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County are actively seeking residents interested in serving on various local boards, committees, and commissions. These volunteer roles provide residents a valuable opportunity to engage with the community, influence local policy, and foster connections with others dedicated to county development and public service.
With vacancies across several boards and commissions, the county invites interested individuals to submit their applications and resumes by the deadline, November 12, 2024. The list of current vacancies includes opportunities in areas such as environmental sustainability, economic development, recreation, social services, and more.
Applications are available at St. Mary’s County Board Application Page. Potential applicants are encouraged to visit the site for a detailed overview of each board, committee, and commission’s mission and responsibilities, as well as to submit their applications.
Current Vacancies:
- Agriculture, Seafood & Forestry Board
- Animal Control Advisory Board
- Board of Trustees Museum Division
- Commission for People with Disabilities
- Commission for Women
- Commission on Aging
- Commission on the Environment
- Economic Development Commission
- Ethics Commission
- Housing Authority Board
- Human Relations Commission
- Recreation & Parks Board
- Social Services Board
- Transportation Advisory Committee
- Wicomico Shores Golf Course Advisory Board
Some positions have specific prerequisites to ensure expertise relevant to each board’s scope. Notable examples include:
- Animal Control Advisory Board: Requires a licensed veterinarian.
- Board of Appeals and Planning Commission: Preference for applicants with business or planning experience.
- Electrical Examiners Board: Applicants must be master electricians.
- Historic Preservation Commission: Requires knowledge in architecture, architectural history, history, or archaeology.
- Length of Service Award Program and Retiree Benefit Trust: Financial backgrounds are preferred.
- Metropolitan Commission Board: Applicants must reside within the 7th district of St. Mary’s County.
For more details on requirements or to apply, residents may reach out to Diane Gleissner at (301) 475-4200 ext. 1707 or access the online application through the St. Mary’s County website.
