Leadership Development

ASCLS-ID LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT POSITION DESCRIPTION

I. PURPOSE

• Encourage and facilitate development of members into new leaders, and the movement of leaders from state to regional and national positions
• Serve as a communication link between the Regional LDC committee and the state LDC chairs

2. TERM OF OFFICE

• 1 year

3. QUALIFICATIONS

• ASCLS Professional or Emeritus membership and reside in the state
• Recommended experience: Previous Board member position

4. DUTIES

• Mentor other members to carry out their position
• Work with President to encourage more members to become leaders in the society
• Provide feedback to Regional LDC about state activities and issues
• Other duties performed: Special projects that encourage leadership development such as New Member forums, Keys to the Future appointments, leadership training opportunities
• Make recommendations for nominations or appointments to leadership positions

5. EXPECTATIONS

• Meeting Attendance: Attend all Board meetings as necessary
• Reports: Reports to the Board at meetings and an end of the year report
• Deadlines: As assigned by the President
• Average time commitment: Minimal
• Travel: Board meetings and conventions
• Financial considerations: Convention attendance

6. RESOURCES

• Mentors: Board members and previous office holders (state, regional, and national)
• Materials: LDC committee materials
• Helpful Hints and Suggestions: Use e-mail, praise volunteers and recognize them for their achievements

7. BENEFITS

• Contributions to the profession: Enhance the continuity of leadership that is essential to the continuation of the society, improve communication in the organization
• Skills developed and enhanced: Delegation, recognition, mentoring, communication, and marketing
• Contacts/Networking opportunities: Board meetings and membership