The person selected to fill this volunteer position will fill the remainder of an unexpired term beginning Dec. 1, 2024 and ending Sept. 30, 2025
VANCOUVER – The Clark County Board of Health is seeking applications from nurses working in Clark County who are interested in serving on the Public Health Advisory Council. The person selected to fill this volunteer position will fill the remainder of an unexpired term beginning Dec. 1, 2024 and ending Sept. 30, 2025.
The Public Health Advisory Council meets 5:30-7:30 p.m. via Zoom on the fourth Tuesday of each month, except the month of December. One meeting each quarter will be in-person at locations across the county. Members may also join council committees that meet periodically throughout the year depending on committee scope and priorities.
The Public Health Advisory Council reviews priority public health needs and makes periodic recommendations to the Board of Health to enhance community health and wellbeing. The council may provide community forums or establish community task forces, as assigned by the Board of Health. And the council reviews and makes recommendations to Clark County Public Health and the Board of Health for the annual budget and fees.
Clark County Public Health promotes healthy communities and environments, health equity, and disease and injury prevention. With community partners, Public Health works to promote healthier choices; ensure the safety of food and water; reduce environmental waste and contamination; and protect people from disease outbreaks through monitoring, early detection and swift response.
Those interested in an appointment to the advisory council should submit a brief letter of interest and résumé to Michelle Pfenning, County Manager’s Office, PO Box 5000, Vancouver 98666-5000. Applications can also be emailed to michelle.pfenning@clark.wa.gov. For questions about council participation and what to expect as a member, email PHACAdmin@clark.wa.gov.
The application deadline is 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31.
Information provided by Clark Co. WA Communications.
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