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 Value Adjustment Board
Position:
The Jackson County Board of County Commissioners is seeking one qualified individual to serve as a citizen member on the Value Adjustment Board (VAB), a quasi-judicial panel that hears appeals regarding property tax assessments, exemptions, and classifications. To be eligible, applicants must own homestead property in Jackson County and may not be an employee or member of any taxing authority or represent property owners in VAB matters. This is a volunteer position requiring impartiality, professionalism, and a willingness to review evidence, attend hearings, and help ensure a fair process for all petitioners. Experience in local government, property taxes, or legal matters is helpful but not required.
If you are interested in serving on this committee, please visit Boards and Committees – Jackson County, Florida (jacksoncountyfl.gov) for additional information, complete the application and return to Jackson County Administration located at 2864 Madison Street, Marianna, FL 32448 prior to the July 1, 2026, deadline at 4:00 pm CT.
Committee Description:
The Jackson County Value Adjustment Board (VAB) is composed of five members: two County Commissioners, one School Board member, one citizen appointed by the County Commission, and one citizen appointed by the School Board. The VAB meets annually, typically in the fall, to review petitions from property owners challenging decisions made by the Property Appraiser related to assessments, exemptions, or classifications. Members are responsible for attending hearings, reviewing materials, and voting on final decisions based on recommendations from special magistrates. The average time commitment is 5–10 hours annually, including 1–2 meeting days and light preparation work.
Vacancies: 1 current citizen vacancy
Meeting Date:
– October 5, 2026 – Organizational Meeting
– October 12, 2026 – Hearing
– October 13, 2026 – Hearing (if necessary)
Meeting Location: Jackson County Board of County Commissioners Room – 2864 Madison Street, Marianna, FL
Meeting Time: TBD
For Additional Information, please contact:
Marie Richards
[email protected]
(850) 482-9634
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