Volunteer (Non-Paid) Position - Arts Access Fund Oversight Committee (Council District 1)

Volunteer (Non-Paid) Position - Arts Access Fund Oversight Committee (Council District 1)

Salary

$0.00 Annually

Location

Portland Building, 1120 SW 5th Ave, OR

Job Type

Volunteer

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

V2026-00807

Bureau

Office of Community & Civic Life

Opening Date

08/27/2026

Closing Date

9/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits

The Position

APPLY HERE: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/01a044f06bd77f498a05846105fcd281

The Arts Access Fund Oversight Committee is seeking a member from council district 1 who is a parent or caregiver of a K-12 student enrolled in Centennial, David Douglas, Parkrose, or Reynolds school district.

The Arts Access Fund Oversight Committee is charged with reviewing the expenditures, progress, and outcomes of the Arts Access Fund and reporting their findings annually to City Council.

The Arts Access Fund Oversight Committee interacts with the Office of Arts & Culture, the City of Portlands Revenue Division, the Portland area public school districts, and others as needed to fulfill its work. The oversight committee receives information and is a checkpoint for the implementation of the Arts Education and Access Fund Income Tax ("the Arts Education Tax"). The Arts Access Fund Oversight Committee provides an Annual Report and other reports as may be deemed necessary to City Council.

Committee activities include:

• Review and analyze information related to the Arts Access Fund
• Provide recommendations to Office of Arts & Culture and Revenue Division staff on the implementation of the Arts Access Fund
• Provide an annual written report to City council

Total number of advisory seats: 9

Number of seats available: 1

To Qualify

To be eligible for the advisory committee, members must live, play, worship, go to school, work or do business in the City of Portland.

The Arts Access Fund Oversight Committee is seeking a member from council district 1 who is a parent or caregiver of a K-12 student enrolled in Centennial, David Douglas, Parkrose, or Reynolds school district.

What We Look For

We want people from every part of Portland here to share their voice on this committee, especially people who have not been involved before. If you want to serve your community and to help government make better choices, then we want to see your application. The attributes listed below are what will guide our selection process. It is helpful if you are specific in your answers. We do not expect you to be or have everything listed.

• You believe government is better when community is involved
• You are an advocate for children and underserved communities.
• You have a perspective on navigating the community as a person with a disability.
• You are available to attend all meetings and participate in the discussions.
• You have perspective on arts and arts education through your own personal experience, children, and/or professional life.

Time Commitment

• Meetings take place 4-5 times a year on weekday evenings. Meeting are hybrid and members attend in person at the Portland Building or via Zoom.
• Members are involved for a duration of Four-year terms, or no more than 8 consecutive years.
• The anticipated time commitment per month is two-three hours.
• We provide interpreters who will translate the conversation in your language during the meeting. Please ask for an interpreter at least a week in advance of the meeting so we have enough time to make arrangements.
• We try to translate the written materials you ask for, but we may not be able to provide translation on all meeting documents.
• Members are expected to prepare for meetings on their own time. Meeting materials for review will be sent at least five days in advance.

We Remove Barriers

Let us know if there are barriers to your participation. Dinner will be provided at evening meetings. Public transportation or parking passes will be available if you need those to fully participate.

Volunteer Ethics

People who join this committee will become what we call "Public Officials," which means that while you serve you must behave fair and ethically. We will provide training on this once you are accepted. Part of following Public Officials Ethics laws means you must tell the group when you or a relative may financially benefit (or avoid fees) by your recommendations. This is called a "Conflict of Interest." If you tell us about potential Conflicts of Interest, that does not mean you cannot serve. In fact, many committees have potential members with Conflicts of Interest. We appreciate your ethical inclusion of possible Conflicts of Interest on the form included in the application.

The Recruitment Process

APPLY HERE: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/01a044f06bd77f498a05846105fcd281

Applications are due by 11:59pm on Wednesday, September 30, 2026

To talk with someone about this opportunity or to receive assistance completing the application, please contact dawn.isaacs@portlandoregon.gov or call 503-407-1064.

Voluntary & Confidential Demographic Information

The City is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Completing the demographic information on the application is voluntary, but we encourage you to provide that information. Your information will not be used during the recruitment nor the selection process. State and federal law prohibit use of this information to discriminate against you. Questions about this may be sent to AdvisoryBodies@Portlandoregon.gov

General Questions

For general questions about the Advisory Bodies program, the volunteer recruitment process, or other upcoming advisory body opportunities please email AdvisoryBodies@Portlandoregon.gov.

We Encourage You to Apply

We welcome you to browse our website to learn more about the Arts Access Fund: https://www.portland.gov/arts/arts-access-fund.

Do you have questions or need more information? Email dawn.isaacs@portlandoregon.gov or call 503-407-1064.

City of Portland volunteers are unpaid; therefore, employment benefits are not available.

Employer City of Portland

Address 1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987

Portland, Oregon, 97204

Website http://www.portland.gov/jobs