Looking for an opportunity to provide leadership for your branch’s vision and goals? Interested in offering key support for the Seattle Branch’s most dedicated volunteers? Ready to assume a Board of Directors position and serve as a liaison for The Mountaineers largest branch?
We are currently seeking a Seattle Branch Board of Directors Representative! Learn more about this great opportunity to contribute to and have a positive impact on the Seattle Branch and the entire Mountaineers organization. We are hoping to fill this position in the month of March.
Board of Directors Representative
Position Overview
The Board Representative serves on The Mountaineers Board of Directors, representing the Seattle Branch's nearly 10,000 members and over 900 volunteers. This role involves stewarding the future of our organization and serving as a key liaison between the Seattle Branch and the Board.
This position serves a two-year term.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend Board meetings (six times a year, including one- to two-day retreats)
- Participate in ad-hoc work as an officer and through committee meetings
- Provide virtual support and participate in philanthropic fundraising efforts
- Attend Mountaineers events
- Communicate key Board activities to the Seattle Branch Committee (subject to confidentiality limits)
- Represent the interests of the Seattle Branch in Board activities
Qualifications
- Commitment to the vision of the Seattle Branch and The Mountaineers
- Motivation to expand opportunities for connecting with nature and one another
- Excitement to participate in strategic and innovative conversations
- Willingness to commit intellectual and financial resources
- Personal/professional commitment to creating safe outdoor spaces for all humans
View the full job description for more information.
Benefits
- Complimentary copies of each new Mountaineers Books title
- 50% off all other Mountaineers Books titles, as well as GreenTrails maps
- Invitations to special events and complimentary tickets to some Mountaineers functions
- Opportunity to network with inspirational and influential leaders from around the region
If you are interested in the Seattle Branch Board of Directors Representative role, or know a fellow member who is, please reach out to our nominating committee: Kelsey Hoffman (current Chair), Peter Hendrickson (past representative), and Danielle Graham(outgoing representative).
Danielle Graham