Santa Barbara is looking for city residents who have a passion for making a difference in their community to join one of 32 City Advisory Groups.

The city is an equal-opportunity employer and adopts practices that value and include diversity at all levels of the organization; this is an essential step to developing strategies that meet the needs of a diverse community.

“If you’re an individual interested in making a difference in your community, contributing ideas, and being a part of the city team, you are strongly encouraged to apply,” the city said.
 
Currently, there are 66 vacancies on the City Advisory Groups. Individuals interested in serving on a group should email the City Clerk’s Office at Clerk@SantaBarbaraCA.gov or call 805-564-5309.

For a detailed list of vacancies and an online application, visit our Boards and Commissions page.
 
Application deadline is 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25.
 
The City Council will conduct applicant interviews at City Hall, 735 Anacapa St., on the following dates and estimated times:

• Tuesday, Oct. 15, 6 p.m.
• Tuesday, Oct. 22, 4 p.m.
• Tuesday, Oct. 29, 4 p.m.
 
The Santa Barbara Youth Council will also conduct interviews for Santa Barbara Youth Council applicants at the Franklin Neighborhood Center, 1136 E. Montecito St. on the following dates and estimated times:

 
• Monday, Sept. 23, 5:15 p.m.
• Monday, Oct. 7, 5:15 p.m.
 
The City Council will make appointments to all of the city advisory groups on Tuesday, Nov. 19.