County seeks Commission on Aging applicants, extends deadline

Clark County is seeking applicants for four positions on its Commission on Aging. The commission manages and implements the county’s Aging Readiness Plan and fosters countywide awareness, dialogue and insight into challenges and opportunities for residents of all ages, incomes and abilities.

The submission deadline has been extended to 4 p.m. Friday, April 14, 2023. Applicants should submit a resume and letter of interest to Michelle Pfenning, County Manager’s Office, at [email protected]. Applications also may be mailed to P.O. Box 5000, Vancouver, WA 98666-5000.

• Interest and experience in issues and advocacy for older adults, related to: housing; transportation/mobility; supportive services; healthy communities; community engagement; and emergency preparedness which are elements of the Aging Readiness Plan;
• Ethnic, cultural, social, and geographic diversity to the group; and
• Outstanding strategic communication and public speaking skills and experience meeting with a wide range of individuals and organizations.