Public Service Opportunities
Bring your experience to public service. Help shape what comes next.
LGBTQ+ people bring valuable expertise and perspectives to government—from shaping policy and leading agencies to serving constituents and guiding community investment.
The Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce works to advance LGBTQ+ representation in public service by identifying talent, encouraging qualified candidates, and engaging elected leaders about opportunities to serve at the local, county, state, and federal levels.
Explore the resources below to share your interest in government roles, transition teams, and service on public boards and commissions. Check back regularly as additional opportunities and resources become available.
Transition Teams & Government Roles
As newly elected leaders prepare to take office after the 2026 Election, decisions are being made about who will help set priorities, advise incoming administrations, and carry out the work of government.
LGBTQ+ representation must be intentional—and that work starts now.
The Chamber has been connecting directly with elected leaders, including newly elected officials, about LGBTQ+ representation in transition planning, appointments, and hiring. We are also encouraging incumbent officials to advocate with their colleagues and help bring qualified LGBTQ+ candidates into consideration.
LGBTQ+ Public Service Talent Network Portal
The Chamber’s LGBTQ+ Public Service Talent Network Portal helps us identify LGBTQ+ people and allies interested in public service. Submit your résumé, share your areas of expertise and experience, and tell us where you would like to serve.
You can express interest in:
- Transition teams, committees, and advisory groups
- Appointed leadership positions
- Staff roles in elected offices, agencies, and departments
- Boards and commissions
- Internships and fellowships
We welcome interest from people at every career stage, including those exploring government service for the first time. Experience gained through business ownership, professional work, nonprofit leadership, and community service can contribute to effective government.
Before You Submit
Submitting your résumé expresses your interest in public service. It does not constitute an application for a specific position or guarantee that an opportunity will become available, that the Chamber will contact or refer you, or that you will receive an interview, appointment, or offer of employment. Each office or transition team makes its own selection decisions. Information may be shared as authorized through the Portal, and confidentiality cannot be guaranteed.
Current Opportunities & Résumé Banks
Commissioner-Elect Benjamin Floes Résumé Bank
Commissioner-Elect Benjamin Flores is building a team of dedicated public servants ready to deliver for Texas at the General Land Office, from funding public schools and serving veterans to protecting the Texas coast and helping communities recover from disasters.
Whether you're looking for a full-time role, an internship, or a board appointment, complete the form below.
Texas House Democratic Caucus Résumé Bank
Interested in working in the Texas House? The Texas House Democratic Caucus résumé bank is now live. Complete its interest form to share your experience and interest in serving.
SUBMIT: TEXAS HOUSE RÉSUMÉ BANK INTEREST FORM
This form is managed by the Texas House Democratic Caucus. Please review the information and instructions provided on its form. Submissions go directly to the Caucus, and hiring decisions rest with the relevant offices.
Boards & Commissions
Help shape decisions that affect your community.
Public boards and commissions influence economic development, housing, transportation, public health, arts and culture, and other priorities that shape everyday life.
The Chamber has helped identify and recommend LGBTQ+ leaders who now serve on public boards and commissions. We continue working to expand LGBTQ+ and allied representation and encourage people with a range of professional and community experience to consider serving.
Our Boards & Commissions Portal allows you to share your background and interest in appointed service, with a focus on opportunities in the City of Houston and Harris County.
Express Your Interest
Complete the Chamber’s preliminary interest form to tell us about your expertise and the areas in which you would like to contribute. Requirements and time commitments vary by board or commission.
Submitting the Chamber’s interest form does not guarantee a nomination or appointment. Individual positions may require a separate application, and selection decisions rest with the relevant appointing authorities.
Stay Updated
As more resources become available, we will add information about public service opportunities, application processes, and ways to get involved. Check back regularly for updates.
Know someone whose experience could make a difference? Share this page and encourage them to explore public service.
For questions, or to share an opportunity with the Chamber, please contact us.