National Boating Safety Advisory Council Seeking Members

Applications are being accepted by the U.S. Coast Guard for membership on the National Boating Safety Advisory Council. The National Boating Safety Advisory Council is a federal advisory committee that advises the U.S. Coast Guard on boating safety regulations and other major boating safety matters. There are seven positions that will become vacant on January 1, 2019, including two state officials responsible for state boating safety programs; two recreational boat or associated equipment manufacturers; and three representatives of national recreational boating organizations or the general public. The committee meets at least twice a year with subcommittees or working groups meeting as needed. Members serve a three-year term with a maximum of two consecutive full terms. There is no salary or compensation for this position.

Applicants should send a cover letter and resume detailing their boating experience, membership category they are seeking, contact information, and employer history to NBSAC@uscg.mil or Commandant (CG–BSX–2), Attn: NBSAC ADFO, U.S. Coast Guard Stop 7501, 2703 Martin Luther King Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20593–7501. Applications are due by May 21, 2018.

The full federal announcement can be found here.