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Nominations Process
Serve on a Committee or with the National Board of Directors
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Members are encouraged to nominate themselves or a colleague to serve on a committee or the national Board of Directors.
Committee Member
Members are encouraged to nominate themselves or a colleague for the various standing committee positions. Nominations for the next nominations process are due to the NACAS office by July 15 each year.
Once all nominations are received by the July 15 deadline, the NACAS President-Elect then works diligently, in conjunction with the four Regional Boards, to fill all vacancies. The final slate of committee members is reviewed and approved by the NACAS Executive Committee in late summer. New committee members are then notified of their appointment via email by the end of August. Committee members are encouraged, but not required, to attend each NACAS Annual Conference.
Committee Chair
Committee Chairs are required to be a current member of the committee they wish to chair.
Once all nominations are received by the July 15 deadline, the NACAS President-Elect then works diligently, in conjunction with the four Regional Boards, to fill all vacancies. The final slate of committee members & chairs is reviewed and approved by the NACAS Executive Committee in late summer. New committee chairs are then notified of their appointment via email by the end of August. Committee chairs are encouraged, but not required, to attend each NACAS Annual Conference.
Committee Chairs are expected to attend the Annual Leadership Team Meeting and provide an acknowledgement of institutional support in the form of a letter of commitment.
Executive Committee Board Member
Each region is asked every four years to nominate one member to serve as the NACAS President, starting in the Vice President role. The Regional Board of Directors is responsible for submitting the final recommendation that will be considered by the Nominations Committee and the Board of Directors. The Nomination Committee then presents the final slate of officers to the membership for approval during the Annual Business Meeting at the NACAS Annual Conference.
Executive Committee positions are expected to attend the Annual Leadership Team Meeting and provide an acknowledgement of institutional support in the form of a letter of commitment.
Regional Director Board Member
Each region is asked to submit a nominee to represent their region on the NACAS Board of Directors. The Nomination Committee then presents the final slate of Regional Directors to the membership for approval during the Annual Business Meeting at the NACAS Annual Conference.
Regional Director positions are expected to attend the Annual Leadership Team Meeting and provide an acknowledgement of institutional support in the form of a letter of commitment.
At-Large Board Member
Members are encouraged to nominate themselves or a colleague for the At-Large Board positions. The Nomination Committee will review and select the most qualified member and present the final slate of At-Large Members to the membership for approval during the Annual Business Meeting at the NACAS Annual Conference.
At-Large member positions are expected to attend the Annual Leadership Team Meeting and provide an acknowledgement of institutional support in the form of a letter of commitment.
Regional Board of Directors
Nominations for a Regional Board of Directors position are handled by the individual Regional Boards (Central, East, South, West). Please contact your Regional President if you wish to serve on the Regional Board.
Length of Service
Service in a volunteer position begins and ends around the NACAS Annual Conference. For instance, a three year appointment will begin in November 2013 and end November 2016; a one year appointment will begin in November 2013 and end November 2014.
Leadership Position Qualifications
NACAS has established general leadership position qualifications used in selecting association volunteers. The qualifications are used by the Nominating Committee, regional leadership and the NACAS Board of Directors and may be adjusted or modified to ensure maximum involvement in the association leadership.
We request that all nominees have:
Demonstrated performance on campus or with other organizations in effective organizational, leadership and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to carry a complex task to completion
Committed to understanding the diverse needs and priorities of the Association’s membership
Commitment from campus to attend the National Conference
Maintained full-time employment with a member college or university, or employment with a member Business Partner of the Association
Committee Chairs and Board of Director positions are also expected to attend the Annual Leadership Team Meeting and provide an acknowledgement of institutional support in the form of a letter of commitment.