Somerville Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Seeks One Member

Open Positions: One
Term: Five years

The Somerville Housing Authority (SHA) Board of Commissioners seeks one new member, and all Somerville residents are invited to apply. This position does not have to be filled by an SHA resident, but SHA residents are encouraged to apply. Boards and commissions offer an opportunity for residents with a range of experience, skills, expertise, and perspectives to share their talents and insights with their community.

The SHA Board of Commissioners sets and revises policies for the housing authority, establishes annual budgets, ensures the housing authority is in compliance with state and federal laws, adopts and revises bylaws, and supports SHA operations. 

The Board of Commissioners meets once a month and occasionally holds special meetings. Annual stipends for Commissioners range from $8,000 to $10,000 and are paid quarterly. This position is appointed by the Mayor.

Applications are due Friday, April 22. Interested candidates should submit a statement of interest and resume to SHA Executive Secretary Emily Eschmann at emilyh@sha-web.org or by mail to Emily Eschmann, 30 Memorial Road, Somerville, MA 02145. Please contact her with any questions at the previously listed email or 617-625-1152 ext. 349.

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.