Region VIII Student Representative

POSITION DESCRIPTION

1. PURPOSE
   Encourage and facilitate development of student members into active members and new leaders. Serve as a communication link between the national Student Forum and the state Student Representatives.
   
2. TERM OF OFFICE
   1 year
   Maximum number of terms allowed: None, but person must remain eligible for the student member category
   
3. QUALIFICATIONS
   ASCLS Student membership and reside in Region VIII
   Recommended experience that would be helpful to someone holding this office:
   Previous leadership position in an organization. State Student Representative experience very helpful.
   
4. DUTIES
   Mentor students in all states in the region to become involved in ASCLS. Provide resources to assist the student members and state Student Representatives. Provide feedback to the national Student Forum about state and regional student activities and issues.
   Reports to: Region VIII Director, national Student Forum Chair or committee member
   Other duties performed: Special projects that encourage student member development such as Employment forums, Student Bowl, leadership training opportunities. 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 hours per month
   Financial considerations: Travel expenses and registration costs to IMSS or national meeting
   
6. RESOURCES
   Mentors: National Student Forum members, Regional Director, other regional or national leaders
   Materials: Region VIII Guidelines, Student Forum materials
   Helpful Hints & suggestions: Computer, e-mail very helpful.
   
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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