Join the Somerville Mayor’s Appointments Advisory Committee

Are you passionate about community engagement and civic responsibility? The Mayor’s Appointments Advisory Committee (AAC) is seeking two volunteers to join its efforts in ensuring fair, informed, and nonpartisan recommendations for appointments to Somerville’s regulatory and decision-making boards and commissions.

About the AAC

The AAC is a five-member volunteer body tasked with reviewing applications and recommending candidates for open seats on 14 critical boards and commissions in Somerville, including:

• Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Board of Health
• Condominium Review Board
• Conservation Commission
• Design Review Committee
• Ethics Commission
• Historic Preservation Commission
• Housing Authority Board
• Job Creation and Retention Trust Board
• Licensing Commission
• Planning Board
• Redevelopment Authority
• Traffic Commission
• Zoning Board of Appeals

The AAC does not oversee reappointments but plays a key role in ensuring new appointees are well-suited to their roles.


Responsibilities and Commitment

When there is an open seat on a board or commission, the AAC meets bi-weekly on Wednesdays from 7:00–9:00 p.m. via virtual platforms. Members review applications and background materials, interview finalists, and recommend two candidates per vacancy to the Mayor. Members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council.

Why Join the AAC?

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to Somerville’s future by helping shape the leadership of its boards and commissions. Your work will ensure these bodies are staffed with individuals who bring the expertise, dedication, and perspective needed to serve the city effectively.

How to Apply

Submit the following materials:

• A resume
• A cover letter
• A statement of interest

Applications can be submitted:

• Online: somervillema.gov/besomerville
• By email: Send to Careers@somervillema.gov with the subject line “AAC Member Application”
• By mail: Address to City Hall, Attn: HR - Kristen Hill, 93 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143

Applications must be received by Friday, January 17, 2025. 

Questions?

Contact Kristen Hill, Recruitment & Retention Manager:

• Email: KHill@somervillema.gov
• Phone: 617-625-6600

Join us in fostering a more equitable and effective government for Somerville! Apply today to make a difference.

The City of Somerville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request.

Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should please contact Adrienne Pomeroy at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or apomeroy@somervillema.gov.