Community and Government Cooperation

Public participation in government decision-making is a foundation of democracy.  A great way to be a part of your community is to volunteer and serve on one of the County's boards, commissions, councils, and committees.  Except where noted, all boards and committees are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners.

These pages have been prepared to describe Okaloosa County's boards, commissions, councils and committees and to explain their roles in our County. For your reference the authority, member requirements, meeting information, and liaison departments' contact information have been included.

You will find our current policy, a listing of current vacancies and application documentation below for your convenience.

Revised Policy- Adopted February 05, 2019

Board Appointed Advisory and Decision Making Boards, Commissions, Councils and Committees

Current Volunteer Opportunities:

Okaloosa County Northwest Florida Health Council (Healthcare Representative)

Okaloosa County Mechanical Competency Board (Consumer Representative)

Okaloosa County Plumbing Competency Board  (Consumer Representative) 

Okaloosa County Construction Competency Board (Consumer Representative)

Okaloosa County Electrical Competency Board  (Contractor and Consumer Representative)

Keep Okaloosa Beautiful Advisory Committee (RAC)  (One Vacancy - experience with Education or Environmental sectors desirable but not required)

To apply, complete the required forms located below and submit to: citizencouncils@myokaloosa.com or by mail to:

Required Forms:

• Application Packet - must be submitted by all applicants
• Background Check - must be submitted by first time applicants
• Public Records Exemption Request  - please submit with application if applicable
• ReApplication Packet