Commission on Climate Change and Resiliency (CCCR)

The Mayor's Office of Talent and Appointments seeks members for the Commission on Climate Change and Resiliency in Washington. This volunteer position requires expertise in areas such as emergency preparedness, environmental science, and public health. Members will assess climate change impacts, prepare recommendations, and collaborate with various agencies. Preference is given to District residents. The commission meets quarterly and consists of 16 voting members appointed by the Mayor and Council.
TOTAL PUBLIC MEMBERS: 8
APPOINTMENT TYPE: Appointed by the Mayor
TERM LENGTH (YEARS): 3
RESIDENCY: Strong preference for District residency, with representation from all 8 wards
PAID BOARD: No, all roles are volunteer


Current District of Columbia residents will receive priority and advanced preference for screening and interviews.


DESCRIPTION
There is established a Commission on Climate Change and Resiliency to:

Assess the potential effects of climate change on the District;Assess the District's ability to adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate change;Assess the District's ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from severe, adverse weather events;Identify vulnerabilities related to climate change effects and preparedness and prepare recommendations to the Council and the Mayor to mitigate those vulnerabilities; andProvide comments and recommendations to all District agencies on climate change adaptation and vulnerability mitigation plans.
The Commission shall consult with and seek the advice of the following agencies and entities as appropriate:The Department of Energy and Environment;The Office of Planning;The Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency;The District Department of Transportation;The Department of Health;The Department of General Services;The District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority;The Office of People's Counsel;The Public Service Commission;The Mayor's Office of Budget and Finance;The Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development;The Office of the City Administrator;The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; andLocal electric, gas, and telecommunications utilities.
The Commission shall invite federal partners, including the General Services Administration, the Architect of the Capitol, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the National Capital Planning Commission, and the National Parks Service to participate in its discussions and planning.


COMMISSION MEMBERSHIP

The Commission shall have 16 voting members, who shall be appointed as follows:Eight voting members appointed by the Mayor, including a chairperson.Eight voting members appointed by the Chairman of the Council.
QUALIFICATIONSThe voting members shall have demonstrable expertise in at least one of the following areas:

Emergency preparedness;Energy;Environmental justice;Environmental science;Insurance;Natural resources;Public health; andTransportation.
TIME COMMITMENT
The Commission shall meet at least once per quarter.


If you are interested in an appointment to this board, please complete the appointment application and attach the required documentation. All applicants will receive an email confirming their application was received. Applications will be screened as they are received. Candidates deemed most suited based on the application will be contacted to schedule further discussion.