Specifications include, but are not limited to: An open call to all artists and student artists. Qualifications • Alachua County Resident • Published Poet • Flexible Schedule • Experience with Literary Activities • Experience Narrating • Letters of Recommendation – at least two • Statement of Interest, 250 words maximum • Resume Honorarium A $2,000 annual honorarium will be provided to the selected Poet Laureate. Requirements • Approve and authorize the County to use poems created for Alachua County as Poet Laureate on electronic and printed mediums. • Participate in events, as the County’s Poet Laureate, upon request (likely monthly). • Work with County staff (i.e. Visit Gainesville, Alachua County, FL, the County Manager’s Office, etc.) on Poet Laureate programs and events. • Submit web and social media content to highlight poetry. • Write Alachua County poems annually. • Mentor youth interested in poetry. • Approve and authorize Alachua County to review poetry selections in advance for Poet Laureate programs and events.