The North Carolina Senior Tar Heel Legislature (NCSTHL) was authorized by
the North Carolina General Assembly to assess the needs of older citizens, promote citizen
involvement and advocacy concerning aging issues, and provide information and education to older
adults on legislative process and matters being considered by the NCGA. The NCSTHL develops
recommendations to present to the North Carolina General Assembly for consideration. Each county
appoints one delegate to the NCSTHL for a two-year term. Many also appoint an alternate.
Qualifications
• 60 years of age or older and resides in the county in which they serve
• Genuine interest and concern for older adults in NC
• Maintains an email account for communication
• Commitment and time to meet the expectations of this position
Expectations
• Attend regional and state orientation
• Attend up to six regional meetings per year and three statewide meetings per year, which may
require travel
• Participate in virtual committee meetings and information sessions (up to twice monthly)
• Provide information to county aging planning committees and participate in meetings upon request
• Participate on senior center certification site team visits (one to five times during a five-year
period, depending on the number of certified centers in county)
• Respond to phone calls and emails within 3 business days
• Maintain a strong relationship with other STHL representative in the county and consult on
matters requiring a vote
• Learn about the aging network, funding, and issues aecting older adults in NC by attending
relevant meetings, speaking with older adults in the community, reading relevant emails, etc.
• Provides information to the public in the county on relevant issues through informational booths,
group presentations, community forums, legislator forums, newspaper articles, radio shows, etc.
• Advocate with public ocials regarding NCSTHL’s legislative priorities on behalf of older adults
• Network with other members of the NCSTHL
Attestation
By completing this application form and signing below, you agree to meet the expectations of this
position to the best of your ability.
SIGNATURE: ____________________________________________________ DATE: _____________
North Carolina Senior Tar Heel
Legislature Application
Application Form
General Information
Name of Candidate: ________________________________ Phone Number: ___________________
Mailing Address: ______________________________________________________________________
County of Residence: _______________________________ Date of Birth: _____________________
E-mail Address: _______________________________________________________________________
Employment Status:
o
Working Full-time
o
Working Part-time
o
Retired
If Employed: Name of Employer: _________________________________________________________
Wor k Title : ________________________________________________________________
If not a self-nomination, please provide the following information about the nominator:
Name: ____________________________________________ Phone Number: ___________________
E-mail Address: _______________________________________________________________________
Education
Highest Level of Education:
o
High School-GED
o
Associates
o
Bachelors
o
Masters
o
post-Graduate
Professional Licenses Held (if applicable):
Question:
1. Meetings are held during the day. Will this create any conflict?
2. Why do you want to serve on the NCSTHL? If nominating someone else, why do you feel they
should serve?
3. Describe candidate’s experience and knowledge relative to issues aecting older adults:
4. Describe candidate’s participation in groups or organizations for older adults and in councils or
committees which advise or oversee programs which have an impact on older persons:
5. Describe any special skills or attributes which would enhance candidate’s eectiveness as a
member of the NCSTHL:
Attachments (optional: resume, curriculum vitae, or bio):
