Current Openings

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Boards and Commissions

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Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board

Openings -There are four (4) openings on this board.

Duties/responsibilities – Serve in an advisory capacity to the Area Agency on Aging, actively contributing to the planning, coordination, and monitoring of Older Americans Act programs. The Advisory Board plays a crucial role in providing insightful feedback on issues related to healthcare, transportation, and housing needs. Additionally, members suggest ideas for service enhancements, participate in public hearings, focus groups, and contribute to the development of the four-year plan, as well as other agency activities and events. Involvement is crucial in making a positive impact on the well-being of older adults in our community. We encourage individuals passionate about this cause to step forward and contribute to the success of the AAA Advisory Board.

Qualifications needed – Seeking individuals with a keen understanding of the needs of older adults in Weld County. A willingness to actively participate in committees outside of regularly scheduled board meetings is essential.

Time commitment – Monthly board meetings have a duration of approximately two hours, with an additional commitment of one hour per month for committee work. The time dedicated to committee work may vary during different periods of the year. Board meetings are consistently scheduled for the second Thursday of each month.

Questions? For those wanting more information about the board, please contact Kelly Morrison, (970) 400-6786, kmorrison@weld.gov

Board of Adjustment

Openings - There is one (1) opening for a resident that lives within Weld County District 3.

Duties/responsibilities - Conducts hearings and decides appeals from decisions concerning the administration or enforcement of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance. It interprets the location of zoning district boundaries and lot lines with respect to those boundaries.

Qualifications needed – Open to residents of all backgrounds. A background in land-use, planning, real estate, or building is helpful, but not required. Each member shall reside within the Commissioner district for which they are appointed at the time of their appointment and during their term.

Time commitment – Up to six hours annually and meets on the first Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m., when there is business to conduct.

 

 

 

Building Trades Advisory Committee

Openings - There are two (2) openings on this committee.  One each - small independent contractor and Weld County homebuilder.

Duties/responsibilities - Reviews proposed changes to Chapter 29, Building Regulations, and make recommendations to Building Division and Board of County Commissioners. The board reviews complaints relating to the administration and enforcement of Building Code Regulations and serves as a communication link between the county and the construction industry.

Qualifications needed - Background in the construction industry or building trades professionals.

Time commitment - Four hours annually; the board meets in April and October.

Questions? For those wanting more information about this board, please contact Rob Godin, at (970) 400-3533 or rgodin@weld.gov

Extension Advisory Council

Openings - There are three (3) openings on this council.  A resident with crop science, livestock or horticulture (or Master Gardener) background.

Duties/responsibilities - Advises CSU/Weld County Extension regarding their program efforts and budget decisions. Provides participation in the planning, implementation and evaluation of Extension programs including: 4-H Youth Development, Livestock, Horticulture, Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, and Nutrition Education. Serves as a communication link between legislators, commissioners and residents.

Qualifications needed - Experience needed varies on position(s) available. For 4-H related positions, the ideal candidate would be someone with experience in youth development. For crop sciences and agriculture positions, a background in agriculture is necessary.

Time commitment - The council meets bi-monthly at Noon.

Human Services Advisory Commission

Opening - There is one (1) opening for a representative for the low income population.

Duties/responsibilities - Commission members will advise on requirements related to the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), a federally funded program that provides resources to alleviate the causes and conditions of poverty in communities; serve as the “Placement Alternatives Commission” (PAC) for Weld County in relation to out-of-home placement allocations, Core Services and other specific intervention and prevention programming; and advise on the evaluation of the overall effectiveness of Weld County programs designed to prevent or reduce out-of-home placement of children and youth involved in the Child Welfare system. 

Qualifications needed – One third of the board members need to be low-income (125% of poverty or below) or representing low-income community members, one third need to be elected officials or designated by elected officials and one third from the private sector, with no specific qualification.

Time commitment – Approximately 10 hours per year and meets quarterly.

 

Noxious Weed Management Advisory Board

Openings - There is one (1) opening on this board for an alternate voting member.

Duties/responsibilities – Advises County Commissioners and staff regarding integrated weed management of noxious weeds on county and private property in compliance with State and County laws.

Qualifications needed – Members must live in unincorporated Weld County. Anyone interested in the environment and landscape is encouraged to apply. Knowledge of agriculture or plants is helpful but not necessary.

Time commitment – Six hours a year; the board typically meets three times a year at 7 p.m. 

 

 

Planning Commission

Openings - There are two (2) openings on this commission: One resident that lives in Advisory Board District 4, which is located in School Districts RE-7 or part of RE-6 (Kersey, Gill, Barnesville, Evans or east of 14th Avenue in Greeley); one resident that lives in Advisory Board District 6, which is located in School Districts RE-3J, RE-50j, RE-8, RE-27j, RE-20j (Roggen, Keenesburg, Hudson, Masters, Dearfield, Fort Lupton, Brighton, Weldona).

Duties/responsibilities - Conducts hearings and advises County Commissioners regarding land-use planning, zoning administration, and subdivision development within the county. Reviews and makes recommendations on land-use applications and amendments to policies and regulations.

Qualifications needed – Open to residents of all backgrounds. A background in land-use, planning, real estate, or building is helpful, but not required. Each member shall reside within the geographic area for which they are appointed at the time of appointment and during their term.

Time commitment - The commission meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 12:30 p.m. 

 

 

 

Weld County Building Code Board of Appeals

Opening - There is one (1) opening for someone that can represent the heating and ventilation field.

Duties/responsibilities - Determine the suitability of alternate materials and methods of construction. Interprets provisions of the Weld County Building Code but has no authority to waive requirements of the code.

Qualifications needed - Experienced or training in construction industry as a building trades professional.

Time Commitment - The board meets when called.

Questions? For those wanting more information about this board, please contact Rod Godin, (970) 400-3533 or rgodin@weld.gov.

Weld Faith Partnership Council

Opening - There are four (4) openings on this council.

Duties/responsibilities - Advises County Commissioners on strategic recommendations from a faith-based and community-based perspective regarding issues of concern. Up to 15 members serve, including geographic representation of the faith community.

Qualifications needed – The council is seeking a broad representation of individuals interested or involved in the faith-based community throughout Weld County, such as churches, youth groups, volunteer organizations, etc.

Time commitment – Two hours per month; the council meets the second Thursday of the month at 7:30 a.m.

 

 

Workforce Development Board

Openings- There are four (3) openings on this board.  One resident within the Workforce or Private Sector and two openings as a Business Member.

Duties/Responsibilities - This board is business-led with a majority of its members representing the private sector and other members representing organized labor, community-based organization demonstrating experience and expertise in addressing the employment needs of individuals with barriers to employment (Veterans, disabilities, etc).  Also includes areas of education, economic development organizations, other state agencies, and individuals with disabilities. The WDB is charged with identifying regional workforce needs, developing and implementing systems in response, and providing overall direction for Employment Services of Weld County.

Time commitment – Up to four hours per month. General meetings take place in person on the second Tuesday of every other month at 11:45 a.m. Additional engagement opportunities are offered throughout the year. Two subcommittees meet in-person, six times per year. Participation in subcommittees is highly encouraged.

Questions? For those wanting more information about the board, please contact Ruth DeBoer (970) 400-6752, rdeboer@weld.gov