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Mayor's Office of Talent and Appointments

Rail Advisory Board

Mayor's Office of Talent and Appointments, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Deputy Mayor for Operations and Infrastructure (DMOI)

Method of Appointment: Appointed by Mayor

Length of Appointment: 4 years

Residency: Strong preference for DC residents from all 8 wards

Paid board: No (all roles are voluntary)

Description The purpose of the Board shall be to serve as the advisory body to the Mayor, the Council, the District Department of Transportation, the Homeland Security Emergency Management Agency, and the Department of Energy and Environment on matters pertaining to investigation and surveillance of federal railroad safety laws.

The Board shall:

Develop policy and recommendations on the allocation of District funding, railroad enhancements, development initiatives, rail safety, homeland security, and community relations programs;

Identify and develop projects and policies that mitigate the environmental impact of railroad operation and enhance the availability and utilization of railroad transportation in the District;

At the request of the Mayor, the Council, the Director of the District Department of Transportation, the Director of the Homeland Security Emergency Management Agency, or the Director of the Department of Energy and Environment, advise on any other matters pertaining to railroad transportation in the District; and

At least once per year, submit recommendations to the Mayor regarding rules that have been or should be adopted pursuant to § 8‑151.10(c).

Commission Membership The Board shall be composed of 9 members.

Qualifications

One member from a railroad carrier authorized to operate in the District of Columbia.

If you are interested in an appointment to this board, please complete the appointment application. A member of our team will contact you to discuss the opportunity.

Boards and Commissions members are appointed by Mayor Bowser and serve as members of the Bowser Administration. Please tell us why you are interested in being appointed by Mayor Bowser and serving in her administration.

Please explain why you are interested in and particularly suited to serve on this DC board or commission in the Bowser Administration.

Many boards and commissions have seats designated for people with specific expertise or experience. Of the public member seats appointed by the Mayor and listed in the posting as designated for individuals with specific expertise or experiences (if any), which would you like to be considered for?

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Are you a DC resident?

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Are you currently an employee of the District of Columbia government?

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If yes, what agency and role?

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Education and General Qualifications (this information is needed for classification) High school / GED Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Ph.D / Advanced degree Other No Answer

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Diversity and Inclusion: Mayor Bowser is committed to appointing residents from all 8 wards of Washington, DC to boards and commissions. In which do you currently reside? NOTE: residency is required for most boards and commissions, and strongly preferred for all appointments.

Ethical considerations Have you ever been investigated, disciplined, or cited for a breach of ethics for unprofessional conduct by, or been the subject of a civil complaint before a court, administrative agency, professional association, disciplinary committee, or other professional group? If so, please explain.

Ethical Considerations Do you have any outstanding civil liability for taxes, fees, or other payments to the District, federal, or other state or local governments, either contested or uncontested? If so, please explain and provide documentation of attempts to pay the amount owed or to resolve the disputed claim.

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