The Alaska State Parks Kenai Regional Office has opened the application process for vacancies on three Kenai Peninsula area Citizen Advisory Boards. The Kenai Special Management Area, Kachemak Bay State Park, and Seward State Parks advisory boards are recruiting for positions that will be vacated by current members who complete a three-year term.
Citizen Advisory Boards provide State Park managers with recommendations on management issues impacting State Parks. Alaskans selected by the DNR Commissioner or Director of the Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation for these positions will serve a three-year term from July 2024 through June 2027. Advisory Boards typically meet once per month from September to May.
“Alaska State Parks really values input from the 11 advisory boards that work across the state to assist with regional park operations, land management, and development challenges,” said Ricky Gease, Director of the Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation. “Advisory boards are valuable public forums to better understand and work through any issues, so that we keep our Alaska State Parks accessible and safe for all users. These Alaskans are critical partners for our superintendents, rangers, parks specialists, and the rest of the team at the Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation.”
To apply for a seat, fill out the Alaska State Park Advisory Board Application at https://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/misc/boards.htm or email Superintendent Hans Rinke at [email protected]. Applications are being accepted through March 4, 2024.
For additional information regarding Alaska State Parks and the role Citizen Advisory Boards fulfill, please visit https://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/ or call the Kenai Prince William Sound State Park Region Office at 907-262-5581.
