Every day, local governments deliver by addressing their communities’ most pressing priorities.
The National League of Cities (NLC) is seeking dedicated elected officials to serve in leadership positions and help shape the future of NLC and local governments across the country.
Leadership Positions
Expand your impact beyond your community and help ensure local governments continue to deliver for the people they serve by serving on NLC’s Board of Directors or leading a committee, council or constituency group
Applications open, Monday, August 17 – Monday, September 28, 2026.
Eligibility
To be considered for a leadership position, applicants must:
- Be an elected official from a direct NLC member city.
- Ensure all membership dues and applicable activity fees are up to date / paid in full at the time of application.
Application Details
Visit NLC’s Leadership Applications initiative page to learn more and apply when applications open on August 17.