Board Position Descriptions

All positions are held for two-year terms.

Nomination Eligibility Requirements for all positions: NYSAWLA member in good standing for a minimum of three years.

President

1. Coordinates all meetings
2. Prepares agendas for meetings
3. Approves all official NYSAWLA correspondence
4. Works closely with webmaster
5. Grants final approval of all official statements made on behalf of NYSAWLA
6. Represents NYSAWLA or designates representation to other educational institutions, organizations, agencies and professional meetings
7. Oversees the organization’s strategic planning process
8. Is signatory on all accounts and co-signs all checks with the treasurer

First Vice-President

1. Attends all board meetings
2. Serves as coordinator of the FLACS Exams
3. Oversees co-chairs for steering committees
4. Coordinator of Exam calendar
5. Oversees field testing of exams & feedback
6. Is the contact person regarding exams
7. Oversees all other NYSAWLA committees

Second Vice President

1. Attends all board meetings
2. Prepares calendar for the following year
3. Serves as chairperson of the spring conference:
   1. Coordinates vendors, food, and workshops
   2. Coordinates workshop/conference presenters
   3. Prepares conference program
   4. Coordinates registration with the secretary-treasurer

Treasurer

1. Assists in developing a budget.
2. Provides detailed reports on NYSAWLA finances at executive board meetings and provides a general financial report at general membership meetings.
3. Co-signs all necessary checks on behalf of NYSAWLA.
4. Maintains a membership database and provides the executive board with an updated list of members.
5. Keeps NYSAWLA funds in an approved bank.
6. Works with a certified accountant to ensure all NYS and federal documents and forms are completed and submitted.

Board Liaison Officer (2 positions)

1. Attends all board meetings
2. Consults with president on all official contact with the media – may serve as the official spokesperson with the media as authorized by the president, or if the president is unavailable
3. Publicizes NYSAWLA scholarships and awards. Convenes a committee of NYSAWLA members in good standing to select the scholarship and award winners
4. Promotes the goals of NYSAWLA via email and social media
5. Responds to general inquiries about the organization
6. Carries out any additional duties as determined by the executive board.

Immediate Past President

1. Attends all board meetings
2. Mentors the president as needed
3. Assists at all conferences and events as needed.