07/25/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/25/2024 13:48
Cambridge City Manager Yi-An Huang is seeking to fill a vacancy on the Cambridge Commission on Immigrant Rights and Citizenship. The Application Deadline is Monday, September 9, 2024
What is the Cambridge Commission on Immigrant Rights and Citizenship?
The Commission on Immigrant Rights & Citizenship (CIRC) works to welcome, inform, connect, and support Cambridge's immigrant community. CIRC staff provides information, referrals, and guidance to residents seeking assistance. The Commission collaborates with other city departments, community partners, and individuals that support immigrant rights and citizenship.
Commissioners will work with CIRC staff and the City's Language Justice Division to fulfill the goals and objectives of the Cambridge Commission on Immigrant Rights and Citizenship Ordinance (Cambridge Municipal Code Chapter 2.123).
What is the role of CIRC?
What skills and abilities are needed to serve on CIRC?
Preferred applicants are Cambridge residents who:
Additionally, the City of Cambridge is committed to advancing a culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion and is seeking Cambridge residents who represent the diversity of Cambridge.
Commissioners should have the ability to:
What is the term of appointment?
The Commission consists of 11 members appointed to three-year terms.
When does the Commission meet?
Meetings are typically held virtually on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m., though the meeting schedule may be reassessed to accommodate Commissioners' needs. Under the provisions of the Massachusetts Open Meeting Law, meetings are usually required to be in person at 51 Inman Street; although CIRC has shifted to meeting hybrid under the temporary Open Meeting Law provisions. The Commission will continue to utilize remote capabilities whenever public health needs arise.
What is the time commitment for Commissioners?
Commissioners are expected to:
Do Commissioners get compensated for their time?
Board and Commission members in Cambridge do not generally receive compensation for their time. However, the City has explored the possibility of offering a stipend for high time commitment boards. Serving on CIRC does not require a high time commitment and therefore is not under consideration for a potential stipend at this time.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline for submitting applications is Monday, September 9, 2024.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted using the City of Cambridge's online application system at Cambridgema.gov/apply. A cover letter and resume, or an overview of relevant experience, can be submitted during the online application process.
For more information, contact Carolina Almonte at 617-349-4396 or [email protected].