For example, vacancies are listed on the Commission on Women, and that commission is still operating, even though it has been legally defunded by the City Council. On rare occasions, it may be marginally helpful to have some expertise in the field. In practice, nearly all nominations are made by the individuals themselves. Endorsement letters from the special interests involved, the Councilmember, and the Mayor are vital for any serious attempt to be nominated to a board or commission. This office is extremely slow to act, and most vacancies remain vacant for months, if not years.
Continual pressure is necessary in order to be appointed to any vacancy.
Then lobby, lobby, lobby, lobby.