Selective Service System Executive Board Member
CurrentLocal Board Members play an important community role closely connected with our nation’s defense. In the event of a draft, approximately 2,000 Selective Service local boards would decide which registrants in their respective communities receive deferments, postponements, and/or exemptions based upon established criteria. Each local board consists of three or more members who are appointed by the President from recommendations made by the respective Governors or comparable executive officials.• Be a citizen of the United States• Must be at least 18 years old• Males must have registered with the Selective Service (Men born in March 1957 thru December 1959, and March 1975 thru June 1980 are exempt.)• Not an employee of any law enforcement occupation• Not an active or retired member of the Armed Forces or Reserve/National Guard• Not been convicted of any criminal offense