Region VIII Leadership Development Chair

POSITION DESCRIPTION

  1. PURPOSE
    Encourage and facilitate development of members into new leaders, and the movement of leaders from state to regional and national positions. Serve as a communication link between the national LDC committee and the state LDC chairs.
  2. TERM OF OFFICE
    3 years, coinciding with the term of the Regional Director
    Maximum number of terms allowed: n/a
  3. QUALIFICATIONS
    ASCLS Professional or Emeritus membership and reside in Region VIII
    Recommended experience that would be helpful to someone holding this office:
    Previous regional position. Previous state president experience is very helpful. State LDC experience or Regional Director experience very helpful.
  4. DUTIES
    Mentor state LDCs in all states in the region to carry out their position. Provide resources to assist the state LDCs and state presidents in recognizing and encouraging more members to become leaders in the organization. Provide feedback to the national LDC about state and regional LDC activities and issues.
    Reports to: Region VIII Director, national LDC Chair or committee member
    Other duties performed: Special projects that encourage leadership development such as New Member forums, Keys to the Future appointments, leadership training opportunities. Make recommendations for nominations or appointments to leadership positions .Participate in Council activities
  5. 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: Fall, Spring, Final reports to Regional Director
    Deadlines: as assigned by Regional Director
    Average time commitment: Approximately 4-6 hours per month
    Financial considerations: Travel expenses and registration costs to IMSS or national meeting
  6. RESOURCES
    Mentors: National LDC committee members, Regional Director, other regional or national leaders
    Materials: Region VIII Guidelines, LDC committee materials
    Helpful Hints & suggestions: Computer, e-mail very helpful. Give lots of praise and recognition to volunteer leaders at all levels of the organization. The 3 most important messages to give to new leaders are "You can do it", "I am here to help you suceed", and "You are important".
  7. BENEFITS:
    Contributions to the profession: Enhance the continuity of leadership that is essential to the continuation of the Society, improve communication within the organization and the profession
    Skills developed/enhanced: Delegation, recognition, mentoring, communication, marketing
    Contacts / networking opportunities: Meet and develop relationships with colleagues throughout Region VIII and at the national level
    Travel opportunities: Jackson, Salt Lake City, and site of national meeting.

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