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SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR
CHAIR
Discussion
As an officer of the NPC, the chair must have
in-depth knowledge of the mission and programs of the organization as well as
the governing documents (i.e., articles of incorporation, bylaws, VA handbooks,
etc.) and policies/procedures. In addition, the chair must do the following:
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Manage the regular board and executive committee meetings, ensuring that
proper procedures are followed and that there is active participation in
discussions by all board members
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Serve as an ex-officio member of all committees
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Work with the executive director to prepare the agenda for the board meetings
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Work with the executive director to ensure that board resolutions are carried
out
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Call special meetings as necessary
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Appoint committee chairs, and in consultation with the executive director,
make recommendations for individuals to serve on the committees (including
non-board members if outside expertise is necessary)
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Ensure that board members and officers are aware of their roles and
responsibilities by working with the executive director on board training, new
member recruitment and board orientation
- Oversee new executive director searches as
needed
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Oversee executive director’s annual performance evaluation
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Oversee executive director’s compensation review
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Act as a spokesperson for the organization
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Oversee the board self-evaluation process
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Identify organizational and board strengths and weaknesses and put forward
motions to make improvements
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Nurture the board, staff and committees to support the organization’s mission
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Build trust
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Communicate regularly with board members and the executive director
A newly elected chair may want to spend some time with the current board chair, the executive director, treasurer, and other board members. In addition, the newly elected chair and executive director may want to participate in leadership training together to discuss roles and expectations.
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