Region VIII Secretary

POSITION DESCRIPTION

  1. PURPOSE
    Record and distribute minutes of Region VIII Council meetings. Any other correspondence deemed necessary by the Council (letters, thank you cards, etc.).
  2. TERM OF OFFICE
    2 years, alternating election years with the Treasurer
    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 involvement within region or state society
  4. DUTIES
    Keep a permanent record of all minutes taken at Council meetings. Distribute minutes to Council members within 45 days of meeting.
    Reports to: Region VIII Director
    Other duties performed: Send notification to Council members at least 4 weeks prior to the next Council meeting. Transfer records to successor within 45 days of expiration of term of office.
  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: see duties
    Deadlines: see duties
    Average time commitment: Approximately 3 hours per month
    Financial considerations: Travel expenses and registration costs to IMSS or national meeting
  6. RESOURCES
    Mentors: Past Region VIII Directors and officers
    Materials: Region VIII Guidelines
    Helpful Hints & suggestions: Computer, e-mail very helpful
  7. BENEFITS:
    Contributions to the profession: Improve communication within the organization and the profession
    Skills developed/enhanced: Written communications, meetings 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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