Applications sought for DNR’s Coastal Advisory Council

The Coastal Resources Division (CRD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking qualified applicants to serve on a committee that advises CRD's Georgia Coastal Management Program (GCMP).

The Coastal Advisory Council provides input and advice to GCMP staff in the development of programs and projects to guide the conservation and management of natural, cultural, and historic resources within the coastal area. The Council also provides insight into setting the annual Coastal Incentive Grant theme, which has provided more than $29 million in grant funds to nearly 500 projects during the past 29 years.

Current vacancies include:

• 1 Scientific Research Organization
• 1 State Government/Regional Commission

Appointments are made by the commissioner of Natural Resources. Applicants should provide a statement of interest and potential contributions to the council. More information can be found at CoastalGaDNR.org/CoastalAdvisoryCouncil.

The deadline to apply is 4:30 p.m. Monday, September 14, 2026. Anyone with questions can contact Jan Mackinnon at [email protected] or 912-264-7218.

Click here to apply online. If you require a paper application, please contact Jan Makinnon by calling 912-264-7218.

The required Letter of Support may be mailed to:

Coastal Resources Division
Attn: Coastal Advisory Council
One Conservation Way
Brunswick, GA 31520

About the Coastal Resources Division

The mission of the Coastal Resources Division is to balance coastal development and protection of the coast's natural assets, socio-cultural heritage and recreational resources for the benefit of present and future generations.

Media Contact

Tyler Jones
Public Information Officer
Coastal Resources Division
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
[email protected]
912-230-9709

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