Region VIII Council Member
POSITION DESCRIPTION
- PURPOSE
Liaison between state society and Region VIII Council.
- TERM OF OFFICE
2 years, while serving as President-elect and as President from a state
society within Region VIII
Maximum number of terms allowed: n/a
- QUALIFICATIONS
ASCLS Professional or Emeritus membership and reside in Region VIII, serving
as President-elect or President from a state society within Region VIII
Recommended experience that would be helpful to someone holding this office:
Previous involvement within region or state society
- DUTIES
Disseminate information received from Council to State Society members and
leadership. Provide input from state society to Regional Director and
Council.
Reports to: Region VIII Director
Other duties performed: Participate in Council activities
- EXPECTATIONS
Meeting attendance &Travel requirements: Attend at least two (out of
three) Region VIII Council meetings per year – Jackson (during IMSS), Salt
Lake City (spring), or national meeting site (summer)
Reports: Provide State Society report to Regional Director before each
Council meeting
Deadlines: as assigned by Regional Director
Average time commitment: Approximately 3 hours in September and July, 1 day
in March or April
Financial considerations: Travel expenses and registration costs to IMSS or
national meeting
- RESOURCES
Mentors: Past Region VIII Directors and officers, Past state society
presidents
Materials: Region VIII Guidelines
Helpful Hints & suggestions: Computer, e-mail very helpful.
- BENEFITS:
Contributions to the profession: Improve communication within the
organization and the profession
Skills developed/enhanced: Communications, leadership, meetings management,
time management
Contacts / networking opportunities: Meet and develop relationships with
colleagues throughout Region VIII
Travel opportunities: Jackson, Salt Lake City, and site of national meeting.
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