Jackson County has several volunteer-based citizen boards, committees, commissions, and task forces that need residents to serve as members.
Many different types of boards and committees support the County. Some are temporary and only meet for a short time. They may help make decisions or recommendations to the Board of Commissioners on a specific topic. Others are permanent groups that were created as part of State or local law. Some committees assist with everything from health issues to social issues, criminal justice, the elderly, planning and land use, parks, libraries, housing, and human relations.
Current Openings:
Jackson County Tourist Development Council (TDC) expand for detail
Voluntary Board Member Vacancy Description
Position
The Jackson County Tourist Development Council (TDC) is now accepting applications for a vacant seat on its board. Those interested in serving their community and contributing to shaping its future development are strongly encouraged to apply. Per Florida Statute, applicants must be involved in the tourist industry (including restaurants, retail, lodging partners, entertainment, and attractions in Jackson County) and have demonstrated an interest in tourist development. Applicants must be electors of Jackson County and reside permanently within Jackson County.
Committee Description
This 9-member committee shall serve in an advisory capacity to the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners on matters related to tourism promotional efforts for Jackson County. These efforts include awarding funding to local events, increasing awareness of Jackson County attractions, and contributing to the quality of life through economic development. Appointments are made by the County Commissioners. Members are expected to attend meetings monthly with assigned tasks to complete in a timely manner. Applicants should anticipate spending 1-2 hours monthly between meetings and tasks.
The current vacancy must be filled by an individual who meets the following membership category:
- Tourist Development Tax (Bed Tax) Collector: An owner or employee of a lodging accommodation or short-term rental located in Jackson County that is currently collecting the Tourist Development Tax (TDT).
Vacancies: 1 Current Vacancy
Meeting Date: Second Monday of each month
Meeting Location: Jackson County Visitor Center – 4318 Lafayette Street, Marianna, FL
Meeting Time: 3PM
Deadline to Apply: Tuesday October 6, 2026
For additional information, please contact:
Kelsi Jackson
[email protected]
(850) 482-8061
See below for a full list of current Jackson County Boards and Committees
- Jackson County Planning Commission
- Tri-County Community Council
- Tri-County Airport Authority
- Value Adjustment Board
- Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
- CareerSource Chipola Board
- Regional Opportunity Florida Board
- Panhandle Public Library Cooperative System (PPLCS) Board
- J-Trans Board
- Tourist Development Council
- Jackson County History Museum Committee
If you are interested in serving the community as a committee member. Please follow the link below to download and complete an application form and return it to the Jackson County Administration Office, 2864 Madison Street, Marianna, FL 32448. Committee applications are kept on file and reviewed as necessary to fill vacancies.
For additional information or to get answers to general questions, contact Maile Ontiveros, Human Resources Director, at (850) 482-9633 or send an e-mail to [email protected].
Click here to view a copy of the Jackson County Board – Committee Members Policy