Description
Danville Youth Poet
The Town Council created the Youth Poet position in April 2022 to serve as a public advocate for the appreciation and advancement of the literary arts, particularly poetry, reading poetry for civic events and dedications.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Youth Poet include the following:
(a) create and read poetry for civic events and activities, as invited by the Town Council;
(b) serve as a liaison between the Arts Commission and local literary organizations; and,
(c) act as a resource on the topic of poetry.
Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following qualifications: Danville resident of high school age.
Term of Office
The term of office of the Youth Poet is two (2) years, unless otherwise determined by the Town Council.
Compensation
The Youth Poet does not receive compensation for their services or attendance at meetings and events.
Residency Requirement
The Youth Poet must be a resident of the Town of Danville.
Ideal Candidate
The Town Council is seeking a Youth Poet who is a Danville resident of high school age.
Special Instructions
All applicants must be of high school age and a resident of the incorporated area of the Town of Danville. If you have questions or are unsure of residency, please contact the City Clerk at cityclerk@danville.ca.gov or 925-314-3401.
When completing the application, feel free to include as much or as little educational/professional information that you feel is relevant to this volunteer position.