Membership Committee: Community Groups Subcommittee: Vice Chair

The community groups vice chair works as part of the Membership Committee on the Community Groups Subcommittee. The role helps lead the subcommittee and assists the community group leaders in managing community groups. Responsibilities Supports community group operations, including event management (Swoogo) and communications (email).Organizes regular monthly meetings:Develops agenda items with the chair and helps with related documentation.Ensure meeting notes are taken and shared.Coordinate with the chair for setting action items and following up with members.Aids in recruiting and developing committee members as needed.Serves in place of the chair as needed.Plans and coordinates the in-person community group meetings during the annual conference.Facilitates an environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Qualifications Required Membership in the association, which can be fulfilled at application. (Free general membership for higher education professionals would meet this requirement.)Thinks in terms of Association goals.Demonstrates ability to communicate with committee members, staff, and other groups.Ability to project manage and adhere to strict deadlines. Preferred Skilled in project management, including how to plan and execute projects with a team.Supports orderly procedures for conducting work.Familiarity with the Association.Proficiency with Clickup or similar project management tools.Google Drive proficiency.Swoogo proficiency. Estimated time commitment The vice chair is expected to virtually attend monthly meetings.The time commitment for this position varies from 2-6 hours per month. Length of appointment Up to two years as vice chair with the expectation to become chair once that position is vacated. Growth opportunities By Serving As The Vice Chair, You Will Gain Experience and training for becoming the chair.Volunteer and leadership experience in a non-profit organization and community conference.Community engagement experience.Training and learning activities to help you grow professionally.Experience managing volunteers.Access to volunteer rewards Conference attendance Annual conference attendance is required. Conference registration is waived for this position. How to Apply To apply, select the following Apply for Job button, then use the supplied link. You will be taken to your Volunteer Profile form. Update your profile to include your interest in this position and your related qualifications.