Cultural Arts Commission Recruitment Description

Cultural Arts Commission Vacancies

The City of Kirkland is seeking applicants for two adult vacancies with terms ending March 31, 2029, on the Cultural Arts Commission. There are two incumbents who are eligible to apply for reappointment to an additional term.  All appointments will be made by the City Council.

Applicant Qualifications:

• Individuals who reside, own a business, or work within the City of Kirkland and have an interest in the arts and in the role of public art in the community.

Cultural Arts Commission Youth Vacancy

The City of Kirkland is seeking applicants for one youth vacancy with a term ending March 31, 2027 on the Cultural Arts Commission. All appointments will be made by the City Council.  

Applicant Qualifications

• Individuals must have attained the grade level of Sophomore or Junior by September of the year of appointment, be under the age of 18, and reside within the City of Kirkland.

About
The role of the Cultural Arts Commission is to advise the City Council on public art acquisitions and loans, review and recommend projects under the City's "one percent for the arts" program, and, after consultation with the City Manager, promote strategic planning and development for arts, culture and heritage in the community, including implementation of projects.

The membership of the Cultural Arts Commission is intended to reflect balance, taking into account such elements as the diversity of the community and connection to various geographic areas of the City.

All board and commissions hold regular public meetings and are non-salaried. The Cultural Arts Commission meets the third Wednesday of every month at 5:45 p.m.

Learn More
For further information about the Cultural Arts Commission, visit the Cultural Arts Commission’s webpage or contact Erika Mascorro, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Manager at EMascorro@kirklandwa.gov, or 425-587-3108. 

Application and Interview Process
Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office via online submission through our application portal, or may be mailed to Kirkland City Hall, 123 5th Avenue, Kirkland WA 98033. The application deadline has been extended to Friday, February 21, 2025 at 4 p.m. 

Printed applications are available by mail by calling 425-587-3190.
If you have questions or need assistance on this application, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at CityClerk@kirklandwa.gov, or at the number above.

Interviews are scheduled to occur on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 5 p.m. at Kirkland City Hall.

Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ Individuals and veterans are encouraged to apply.

The City Council has adopted a Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics, which all Board and Commission members are asked to sign upon appointment.