Job Title:
Sacramento County Youth Commissioner

Objective:
The Sacramento County Youth Commission is a voice for youth in local government. Youth Commissioners identify and advocate for issues and programs of importance to youth in the community.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Attend monthly formal Commission meetings prepared by reading the agenda and materials prior to the meeting.

Serve on at least one Commission subcommittee.

Volunteer for and complete Commission assignments and projects.

Represent the Youth Commission in the community by participating in special events and community meetings.

Qualifications:
Any youth age 12 - 18 residing in Sacramento County or attending a Sacramento County middle or secondary school who demonstrates an interest in issues facing youth.

Time Commitment:
Commissioners serve three-year terms.

Formal Commission meetings are two hours monthly.

Commissioners, on the average, attend one to two additional meetings per month and work on assignments between meetings. The time commitment varies, but on average will be approximately 8-10 hours per month.