The United States Mint is accepting applications for appointment to the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) as a representative associated with the interests of the general public.
Submissions received by email must be no later than 5 p.m. Friday, October 18, 2024.
Applications will be reviewed by the United States Mint and recommendations will be forwarded to the Secretary of the Treasury for consideration.
The 11-member CCAC membership shall include the following: one citizen specially qualified by reason of education, training, or experience in the curation of numismatic collections;
one citizen specially qualified by reason of education, training, or experience in the medallic arts or sculpture; one citizen specially qualified by reason of education, training, or experience in American history;
One citizen specially qualified by reason of education, training, or experience in numismatics; three citizens who can represent the interests of the general public.
And four persons recommended by the Leadership of both the United States House of Representatives and United States Senate.
Members are appointed for four-year terms. No person may be appointed to the CCAC who is an officer or employee of the Federal Government at the time of appointment, and applicants must be United States citizens.
CCAC members are Special Government Employees and are subject, therefore, to various applicable conflict of interest laws and ethics regulations.
Applications being considered for appointment to the CCAC must be submitted along with a résumé or curriculum vitae detailing specific skills, talents, and experience in support of the applicant’s reasons for seeking appointment in a cover letter via email to info@ccac.gov, Attn: Jennifer Warren.
Application submissions sent via email to the CCAC are due no later than 5 p.m. (ET) on Friday, October 18, 2024.
The United States Mint seeks applicants who demonstrate experience and interest in, and a commitment to, actively participating in meetings and activities; and also have demonstrated experience and knowledge related to the role of the CCAC.
The responsibilities of a Special Government Employee; demonstrate a desire for public service and a history of honorable professional and personal conduct, as well as outstanding standing in their communities; and are free of professional, political or financial interests that might adversely affect their ability to provide impartial advice.
About the CCAC
Advises the Secretary of the Treasury on any theme or design proposals relating to circulating coinage, bullion coinage, Congressional Gold Medals, and national and other medals.
Advises the Secretary of the Treasury with respect to those events, persons, or places to be commemorated by the issuance of commemorative coins in each of the five calendar years succeeding the year in which a commemorative coin designation is made.
Term and Duties: Members normally hold office for four years, during which time they must attend meetings, examine and comment on suggested coin designs, and suggest themes and designs for new coins and medals.
Makes recommendations respecting the mintage level for any commemorative coin recommended.
The CCAC was authorized by Congress in 2003 with the passage of Public Law 108-15.
Application requirements: To be considered for a committee position, a candidate must submit a resume, cover letter, and any other pertinent documentation proving their qualifications.
The eleven members of the CCAC committee are as follows:
- In particular, one participant met the numismatics qualification.
- Three people who are public representatives.
- The U.S. Senate and House of Representatives recommended four members.
- One member was suggested by the House of Representatives’ Committee on Financial Services.
- The Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs recommended one member.
- Two individuals designated by the Treasury Secretary.
FAQ:
When does CCAC authorised ?
The CCAC was authorized by Congress in 2003 with the passage of Public Law 108-15.
which committee will be consider as a one member?
The Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs recommended one member.
