Board of Directors: Description of Duties
Directors are elected to two year terms and may run for additional terms at the conclusion of their term. Directors are also expected to attend a minimum of two Board meetings per year, one of which is an in-person meeting at an in-state location. ANNY’s Bylaws also set forth minimal duties of all Directors. These include:
- Establishing policies and developing projects for ANNY
- Carrying out policies as determined by the membership
- Adopting the annual budget
- Making available all official documents to members upon request
- Overseeing the content and maintenance of an ANNY website, and ensuring a continuing online presence
- Acting on problems that need immediate attention
- Establishing membership policies and fees
- Overseeing professional development events
- Overseeing networking opportunities
- Providing an annual report to members regarding membership, finances and other activities
- Soliciting the advice and opinions of the members at least once annually
- Establishing a Policies and Procedures Manual, which shall guide the day-to-day operations of ANNY with policies and procedures consistent with the broader contract of the bylaws
- Scheduling and conducting an Annual Meeting with the membership.
- Newsletter/blog editor
- Webmaster
- Listserv manager
- Survey coordinator
- Conference planner
- Membership and volunteer outreach manager
- Board meeting planner
- Webinar coordinator
- Special committee chair