Ongoing
Massachusetts, Connecticut River Valley,
MA
Looking for the satisfaction of using your skills to help people Be Outdoors in western Massachusetts? Explore chapter governance in this support and preparatory role, learning about all areas of the AMC Western MA Chapter, its activities, and the AMC organization. Curious? Drop a line to [email protected] for more information and/or to share your interest and fit for this dynamic and important role. AMC Western MA Chapter welcomes all interested candidates to inquire, and we invite the full participation of all individuals currently underrepresented in the outdoor community. The Chapter Vice Chair supports the Chapter Chair in leading the all-volunteer Chapter Executive Committee to advance the agreed-upon goals and serves for two consecutive years with the expectation that they will move into the Chapter Chair role after the Chair's two-year term. This position also serves as a liaison between the Chapter and the larger organization of AMC-with the Chair, they represent the organization at the local level and are an essential link between the staff, the Board of Directors, and the local Chapter members and volunteers. Areas that the Vice Chair will, or might be, involved with: - Attends and provides input in monthly Executive Committee meetings - Assists with recruitment for Executive Committee members - Assists with event coordination, including Annual Meeting and Annual Planning Meeting - Other projects as agreed upon to advance the Chapter goals - Opportunity to attend weekend retreat at AMC property and AMC Summit with Chapter funds - Participates on the Chapters Committee (Chairs, Vice Chairs, Regional Directors, and Volunteer Relations staff), including attending meetings and providing input (three regular planning meetings, including two in person, and occasional online meetings due to organizational updates) - Coordinates with various Chapter committees as needed - Training to move into the Chapter Chair role - Ongoing orientation is provided by the Chair, Regional Director, and Volunteer Relations staff! Preferred Qualifications: • Must be a member of the AMC or become a member before election • Organized, good communicator, willing to learn new things, willing to work with a diverse group of individuals; Responds promptly to email and voice communications; Team player • Attention to detail while maintaining a broad view of Chapter and AMC goals and needs • Access to a computer and some degree of computer proficiency for document management and information flow, or be willing to learn and utilize online resources • Enthusiastic promoter of the Chapter and the AMC! • Time commitment: ~5 hours per week AMC Western MA Chapter welcomes all interested candidates to inquire, and we invite the full participation of all individuals currently underrepresented in the outdoor community. We look forward to hearing from you at [email protected]. Thank you!
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