Open Board Appointments

UAP Appointments

The individual Commissioner Court members make appointments to numerous boards and commissions. A list of these appointments can be found on the Board & Committee Appointments page. There are 12 additional board and commission appointments that are made by the full Commissioners Court. The Intergovernmental Relations Office manages the process for these appointments following the procedures laid out in the Uniform Appointment Policy. Collectively, these twelve agency appointments are referred to as UAP Appointments.

More information about each agency can be found by clicking on the name in the list below.

• Animal Advisory Commission
• Austin & Travis County Sobering Center
• CAMPO - Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization  
• Capital Metro
• Central Health
• CTRMA - Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority
• Housing Authority of Travis County
• Integral Care
• Strategic Housing Finance Corporation
• TCSO Employees Civil Service Commission
• Travis Central Appraisal District
• Travis County Child Protective Services

 When available, current appointment opportunities can be found below.

Appointments to the Civil Service Commission for Sheriff’s Office Employees

Application Deadline: Friday, November 7, 2025

• Application/Information Packet (PDF)
• Application/Information Packet (Word)

The Travis County Commissioners Court is seeking applications from qualified individuals to serve on the three-member Civil Service Commission for Sheriff’s Office Employees (The Commission), which serves the employees of the Travis County Sheriff’s Office. One member of the Commission is appointed by the Travis County Commissioners Court, one by the Travis County Sheriff, and a third by the Travis County District Attorney. The Court is seeking to fill their one appointed position on the Board.

The Travis County Civil Service Commission for Sheriff’s Office Employees was created to promote a quality office by establishing and enforcing rules and regulations that pertain to employee selection, advancement, benefits, rights and working conditions consistent with the Sheriff’s Office needs and circumstances.

SKILLS DESIRED

The Travis County Commissioners Court seeks board members with knowledge, experience, or specialization in one or more of these areas:

Additionally, The Travis County Commissioners Court seeks the following qualifications in applicants:

• Commitment to the mission and goals of the Commission
• Knowledge of open records and/or open meeting rules and processes, as well as administrative hearing procedures
• Insight into the functioning of County and City governments in regard to policy development
• Acquainted with the interface between law enforcement and employment issues

Applicants must be at least 25 years of age and have resided in Travis County for at least three years immediately preceding the date on which their term will begin.

Appointment to the Sobering Center Board of Directors

Application Deadline: Friday, December 19, 2025

• Application/Information Packet (PDF)
• Application/Information Packet (Word)

The Travis County Commissioners Court is seeking applications from qualified individuals to serve on the nine-member Board of Directors (The Board) of the Sobering Center, which serves Austin and Travis County. Four members of the Board are appointed by the Travis County Commissioners Court, four by the Austin City Council, and a consensus candidate is jointly appointed by both.

The Sobering Center is a physically safe place for acutely intoxicated persons to be cared for while they sober. It is meant to provide publicly intoxicated persons an alternative option to incarceration and the emergency room. The Sobering Center serves adults over the age of 18, and anyone on any substance (except PCP) is eligible for admission. However, only law enforcement and emergency medical are able to transport intoxicated persons to the Center. More information can be found at https://soberingcenter.org

SKILLS DESIRED

The Travis County Commissioners Court seeks board members with knowledge, experience, or specialization in one or more of these areas:

Additionally, The Travis County Commissioners Court seeks the following qualifications in applicants:

• Commitment to the mission and goals of a sobriety center
• Knowledge of open records and/or open meeting rules and processes, as well as non-profit board governance experience
• Insight into the functioning of County and City governments in regard to reporting, budgeting, and protocols
• Acquainted with the interface between substance use issues and the criminal justice system

Applicants must be a resident of Travis County.

 The deadline for applications is Friday, December 19, 2025 by 5:00 pm. Applications received after the deadline will not be eligible for consideration.

Housing Authority of Travis County Board of Commissioners

Application Deadline: Friday, November 28, 2025

• Application/Information Packet (PDF)
• Application/Information Packet (Word)

The Travis County Commissioners Court seeks residents interested in working creatively in public and affordable housing. The Court is looking to fill one vacancy on the Housing Authority of Travis County (HATC).
Applicants should be interested in working with experienced board members to shape the future of key county assets. As the community grapples with housing needs, the Court seeks to build a team of appointees to work proactively on policy, staff development and innovative business processes that will strengthen the organization to provide leadership in this important arena. County staff is engaged with the board to assist in developing a roadmap that will assist new and current members in planning for action.

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF TRAVIS COUNTY

The Housing Authority of Travis County, Texas (HATC) exists to provide safe, decent, and sanitary housing for low-income families in Travis County. HATC currently operates and maintains 154 HUD public housing units and authorizes the issuance of over 500 housing choice vouchers.
One of the organization’s key initiatives is the management and maintenance of HUD Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) units, as well as affordable family and senior developments (non-PBRA) - Carson Creek Homes and Manor Town Apartments, respectively. Another critical aspect of HATC’s mission is the issuance of Housing Choice Vouchers. This program offers qualifying families the flexibility to choose rental units in the private market while receiving financial assistance from HATC.
Beyond simply providing housing options, HATC is committed to empowering our clients through various supportive services. The organization works in partnership with other community organizations to offer job training, educational programs, and access to essential resources. By fostering self-sufficiency among HATC residents, the organization contributes to building stronger communities and enhancing the overall quality of life for those it serves.

QUALIFICATIONS

The Travis County Commissioners Court is seeking qualified applicants who will participate actively in the work of the Board and dedicate their time, talent, and energy to the mission of the HATC. In particular, the Court is looking for applicants familiar with one or more of the following:

• finance and accounting principles
• familiarity with federal and state housing funding sources
• knowledge of financing tools such as bonds, tax credits & incentives
• development/construction process
• property management
• experience working with diverse & special needs populations
• social services
• nonprofit organizations
• strategic planning, and
• affordable/public housing.

You can find more information about the Housing Authority of Travis County by visiting: https://hatctx.com

Current or former residents of a public housing unit are encouraged to apply, although that is not a required qualification for appointment.

Applicants must be a current resident of Travis County.