Apply for Board of Commissioners Position #2
EvergreenHealth is seeking a passionate community member to become a member of the Board of Commissioners. This is an important and exciting opportunity to become a leader in your community and get involved in the health and wellness of the entire Eastside.
You are perfect for this role if you are an engaged member of the Eastside community who is excited about improving our community's health and is deeply connected within the community to gather feedback from stakeholders and advocate for their needs.
The EvergreenHealth Board of Commissioners
EvergreenHealth is King County Public Hospital District No. 2 with a governing Board of Commissioners that is made up of seven members. Each member is elected by voters within the district to a six-year term. This means EvergreenHealth is a community-created and community-owned government entity that has been granted authorization by state law to provide health services to residents within the public hospital district and anyone seeking health care services.
The Board provides governance and accountability for EvergreenHealth's mission, vision and purpose, quality, service and overall effectiveness through collaboration and counsel to the system's Chief Executive Officer.
EvergreenHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming diverse candidates and inviting all members of the community to apply.
The Appointment
This appointment to Commissioner Position #2 is for an interim period between date of appointment to December 31, 2025. If appointed, you may choose to run for office in the 2025 general election, which has a filing deadline of May 2025.
(To verify that you reside in King County Public Hospital District #2, subdistrict #2 Kirkland/Kenmore boundaries, please click here. Select "Public Hospital District #2" at the left, click the magnifying glass at the right, enter your address and hit enter, then adjust the zoom (zoom out) to view the subdistrict.)
Board Member Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a resident of King County Public Hospital District #2 (KCPHD#2)
- Be a registered King County voter
- Complete a disclosure of conflicts of interest
- Not be employed by KCPHD#2
- Be willing to provide public disclosure per RCW 42.56 Public Records Act (e.g., Personal Financial Affairs Disclosure (F-1))
- Adhere to EvergreenHealth's vaccination requirements
Board Member Expectations
Applicants must meet the following expectations:
- Be engaged in the community, with a track record of community service
- Understand and honor the role of governance
- Support EvergreenHealth's commitment to diversity
- Be willing to serve approx. 25-35 hours/month, which includes but is not limited to attending two Board meetings a month (Board Educational and Board Business Meeting), attending Committee meetings, meeting preparation, training, and continuing education.
If appointed, applicants will be required to:
- Attend all commissioner-related meetings unless excused by the chair
- Complete an annual Conflict of Interest Attestation & Disclosure Statement
- Complete all necessary training
- Complete and file the disclosure form for the Public Disclosure Commission
- Comply with all applicable laws
- Serve on standing internal committees unless excused by the chair
For a comprehensive description of the role and requirements, please see the Board's Roles and Responsibilities.
All commissioners are:
- Offered medical, dental and vision insurance for self and eligible dependents; must pay premiums
- Entitled to compensation as set and adjusted by statute. See RCW 70.44.050 for more information
The Board will vote on this appointment at the Board Educational open public meeting on September 6, 2024, and the appointee will be notified thereafter.
Apply Today
If you're ready to make a positive impact on your community's health, we invite you to apply for Commissioner Position #2 today!
A link to the online application can be found here. The deadline to apply is July 21, 2024.
For more information, please contact Candace Scairpon at (425) 899-2667 or cmscairpon@evergreenhealthcare.org.
EvergreenHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity among our candidates and invite all qualified community members to apply for this role. Learn more about our commitment as an Equal Opportunity Employer at www.evergreenhealth.com/careers/eeo-nondiscrimination/.
