Indigenous Advisory Council Accepting Applications
for Open Position

The City of Seattle is calling on community leaders to come forward and apply for an open seat on the  Indigenous Advisory Council, a nine-member commission that ensures Native voices help guide the future of our city. If you are passionate about strengthening the City’s partnership with Native communities, now is the time to act — applications for Position 8 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.

About the Indigenous Advisory Council

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.

To learn more about the Indigenous Advisory Council and current members, please visit Indigenous Advisory Council | seattle.gov.

For questions, or to request a paper application, please contact the Civic Engagement Manager at Lydia.Faitalia@seattle.gov or (425) 473-2952.