We are seeking three new executive board members to begin service in late February. The Executive Board is a working board that collectively plans for and administers the services and programs of the Seattle AmeriCorps Collaborative. As the principal governing body of SAC, the Executive Board makes strategic decisions to advance the organization’s mission, representing the interests of the overall network of AmeriCorps programs and members that engage with SAC. Basic requirements for serving on the Executive Board are:

1. Be a currently serving AmeriCorps member at time of application
2. Attend monthly board meetings
3. Show dedication to enhancing the AmeriCorps experience for members in Seattle

Those who join the Executive Board develop professional skills that make them highly employable upon finishing their AmeriCorps terms. Each position requires leadership and the ability to work in a dynamic team setting. What’s more, your team is in control of SAC’s strategy and activities; these higher-level responsibilities can truly foster growth for someone whose AmeriCorps position is considered entry level. Depending on your position within the Board, you may be tasked with planning an event for 50-100 people, developing a small grant proposal, conducting member surveys and analyzing the data, developing our website, creating an annual budget, and more. To say that you are on the board of a nonprofit dedicated to leveraging the impact of national service members looks great on a resume, and throughout the year you will have the opportunity to make new contacts that can benefit your career. We are proud to say that all three outgoing board members have recently secured nonprofit jobs, and we hope you will bring your amazing skills and leadership to our board this year.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions for the 2016 year: Board Chair, Events Lead, and Membership Development Lead.

Duties of the Board Chair include:

• Serve as the face of the organization when interacting with events and sponsor groups
• Encourage and oversee the work of the officers, activities, and organizational development.
• Plan agendas for monthly meetings
• Develop and maintain infrastructure of organization through bylaws, constitution, policies, procedures, and partnerships/contracts
• Oversee budget

Duties of the Events Lead include:

• Create solidarity among fellow current AmeriCorps members
• Offer a small social or service events at least once month
• Help lead the annual Fall Living on a Stipend Presentation
• Identify and promote external opportunities for member interaction

Duties of the Membership Development Lead include:

• Create and share personal and professional growth opportunities for members
• Determine needs of members and develop appropriate services to meet those needs
• Identify ambassadors in AmeriCorps cohorts to assist with major events
• Help lead the annual Spring Job Fair

Email us at seattleaccollaborative@gmail.com and let us know what position you are interested in! Deadline for applications is February 5, 2016.