Recreation Advisory Council Seeks Teen Liaison

The City of White Plains Recreation and Parks Department Recreation Advisory Council (RAC) is seeking a high school student who is a current Junior to serve as liaison to the RAC.

The Recreation Advisory Council is an all-volunteer committee appointed by the mayor and Common Council that advises and assists the Recreation Department in the planning and development of public recreational programs and facilities.

This exciting opportunity will provide tremendous insight into the workings of government, decision making, group dynamics and budgeting. In addition, the liaison will provide input on existing recreation and parks programs as well as take part in the shaping of new programs and services.

In order to be considered for the position the candidate must be a resident of the City of White Plains and be available to attend monthly meetings held on the third Thursday of each month, September – June, at 7:00 p.m. at the Recreation Administration Building, 85 Gedney Way. The selected candidate will begin service in January 2013 and conclude his/her term in June 2014.

Applications are available at the White Plains Recreation and Parks Department, 85 Gedney Way or online at www.cityofwhiteplains.com. Applications must be submitted by Friday, Dec. 21 by 5:00 p.m. in order to be considered.

Completed applications may be submitted in person or via regular mail to the White Plains Recreation & Parks Department, 85 Gedney Way, White Plains, NY 10605, Attn: R.A.C. or by fax: (914) 422-1250 or email: recreation@whiteplainsny.gov.

Interviews will be held in early January.

This post was contributed by the City of White Plains.