Do you enjoy helping organizations make people-centered policy decisions based on community, financial, and environmental factors?
Seattle Public Utilities’ (SPU) Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) is looking for four new Members this spring. SWAC members advise SPU staff and leadership on waste prevention, recycling, composting, and garbage programs and policies. Members represent a wide range of perspectives, from community organizations to local businesses to haulers. Members bring community expertise and lived experience to help SPU make Seattle the best place to live for everyone. We especially welcome applicants who can partner with us on our City values, including racial and social justice.
Time Commitment
SWAC Members serve a 2-year term (2026-2028) with the option to extend an additional 2 years. Members attend SWAC meetings, occasional workgroup sessions, and related field trips. Approximately 1-3 hours a month should be an expected time commitment.
Cadence: In person meetings held every other month (2 hours); ad hoc virtual meetings as needed.
Who Should Apply
We’re specifically seeking:
- 1 Business Improvement Area (BIA) or Public Development Authority (PDA) representative
- 1 Community Based Organization (CBO) or individual representing historically underrepresented communities
- 2 representatives from waste related businesses or solid waste contracted haulers
Key Dates
- Applications open: April 6
- Applications close: May 6
- Interviews: Mid-May through June
- Term Starts: August 2026
How to Apply
Complete the online application
Application deadline: May 6th
Language Access and Accessibility
Request interpretation, translation, disability accommodations, or other supports by emailing Casey.Colley@seattle.gov. We honor requests as quickly as possible.
About Seattle Public Utilities
Seattle Public Utilities provides essential drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and solid waste services to more than 1.6 million people in the greater Seattle area. About 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.
Questions
Contact Casey Colley at Casey.Colley@seattle.gov or (206) 741-3010.