King County Immigrant and Refugee Commission

King County Immigrant and Refugee Commission

On Feb 27, 2018 King County Executive Dow Constantine and members of the County Council signed legislation creating an Immigrant and Refugee Commission, a permanent body committed to integrating, strengthening and valuing immigrant and refugee communities and upholding the county’s commitment as a welcoming community.

The Immigrant and Refugee Commission is Recruiting!

We are looking to fill four vacant seats on the King County Immigrant and Refugee Commissions. Commissioners serve on a volunteer basis and work together to identify, elevate, and develop shared strategies and solutions to address the most pressing issues affecting immigrant and refugee communities.

Qualifications

• Commissioners must reside in King County and be immersed in one or more immigrant and refugee communities
• Commissioners shall reflect the diversity of ethnicities, professional backgrounds, socioeconomic status, and geographic areas that make up the fabric of our communities
• Commissioners should be well-versed on the issues affecting immigrant and refugee communities locally as well as nationally
• King County residents representing immigrant-led and/or faith-based organizations are encouraged to apply
• King County residents who have had personal experiences as refugees or asylees are encouraged to apply
• Socioeconomic status, gender diversity, age, sexual orientation, and ethnic and racial diversity will be considered in the composition of the Commission

While we are conducting broad outreach, we want to ensure equal representation across membership and will give priority to applicants residing in King County Council Districts 5 and 9. We’re also hoping to fill up to three organizational representative seats. Organizational representatives must be nominated by a nonprofit organization that serves one or more immigrant and refugee communities in King County.

How to Apply

Interested community members can access application materials below and apply online OR by email. Applicants may include the following documents in support of their application but are not required:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Professional Certificates or Licenses

NOTE: Selected applicants must submit ten (10) endorsement signatures and two (2) letters of recommendation online or via email at kcirc@kingcounty.gov within four weeks of being notified.

Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

Application materials

KCIRC Online Application

KCIRC Endorsements Worksheet (.docx)

Questions?

If you have any questions or need language or technical assistance, please contact us at kcirc@kingcounty.gov.