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Board Member Responsibilities 

What do Board members do?

Our community council is governed by a board of volunteers. Serving on the board is a way to serve your community and help make decisions about land use and development, approaches to youth development, and building the community. A formal board member "job description" is below. For more specifics or any questions, do not hesitate to contact our office.

The board of directors of the SouthEast Community Organization is legally responsible for all activities of the organization. The board sets goals, determines organizational policies that guide staff implementation of goals, provides financial oversight and approves and monitors the annual budget. Each member of the board also sits on one of the standing committees of the Council. 

Experience and Qualification Requirements:

The board sets goals, determines organizational policies that guide staff implementation of goals, provides financial oversight and approves and monitors the annual budget. Each member of the board also sits on one of the standing committees of the our community council.

Demonstrated interest in and support of the SouthEast Community Organization's mission. Must be at least 18 years old and reside or work in the district.The board of directors of the SouthEast Community Organization is legally responsible for all activities of the organization. 

Basic Responsibilites 

  • Job Title: Board Member

  • Neighborhoods: Eastview, Conway, Battle Creek, and Highwood neighborhoods of St. Paul, MN

  • Salary: Unpaid 

  • Type: Part-time / Volunteer

Each board member has the following responsibilities:

Policy Administration: 

Set policies, advise on the annual plan, and recommend program activities. Approve annual budget and actively participate in financial reporting and oversight. 

Time Commitment:

Attend a minimum of 7 Board meetings annually (3 unexcused absences shall be grounds for dismissal) and any scheduled committee meetings.  

Leadership Development: 

Participate in one's own leadership development, and recruitment, orientation, and development of new Board Members. Encourage the development of key volunteers to take on future leadership roles in the organization and community. 

Understanding Issues:  

Develop a basic understanding of issues that come before the board. Utilize staff expertise whenever necessary. Board members should possess or develop the ability to be effective advocates for residents’ participation within their community and if needed, to the media. 

Fundraising

Help the organization raise money by any or all of the following:

1. Establishing a meaningful personal contribution;

2. Setting fundraising goals with board and staff;

3. Assisting with the annual fundraising campaign (e.g., providing names of potential donors, soliciting donations from individuals or businesses, assisting with preparation, mailing, thank you notes or calls);

4. Assisting with solicitation of grants in line with strategic goals (e.g., identifying grantors, providing testimonials, identifying partners, assisting with grant writing and site visits).

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