City of Seattle’s Indigenous Advisory Council Accepting Applications for Open Member Position
Seeking urban Native representative for open council position.
The City of Seattle is calling on community leaders to come forward and apply for an open seat on the Indigenous Advisory Council (IAC), a nine-member commission that ensures Native voices help guide the future of the City of Seattle. For those passionate about strengthening the City’s partnership with Native communities, now is the time to act — applications for Position 8 on the IAC are due by Monday, November 3, 2025.
All members demonstrate a commitment to advancing Indigenous knowledge, values, and priorities and improve access to City services to better serve Indigenous people in an equitable way.
The member selected for Position 8 must be a representative from an urban Indian organization. Applicants for this position must be nominated by the respective organization’s Board of Directors.
Terms for all positions are two years. Members receive compensation for their service and may serve up to four consecutive terms.
To apply, complete and submit the online application by November 3, 2025. All applicants are required to submit a resume or CV along with a letter of nomination from a board of directors of an urban Indian organization.
For questions, or to request a paper application, please contact the Civic Engagement Manager at IAC_Liaison@seattle.gov or (425) 473-2952.
Formed in 2022, the Indigenous Advisory Council is a culturally grounded advisory body that acts as a trusted advocate, advisor, and connector to City partners on issues impacting Tribal and urban Native communities. The council advises the Mayor, City Council, and City departments on policies, budgets, programs, services, and projects directly affecting Indigenous populations including American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian peoples. The Office of Intergovernmental Relations continues to fulfill the government-to-government relationship with Tribes.
