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Guidelines - Commission & Interest Group Division Representatives

Title—Division Representatives:

One Division Representative is elected by new and continuing Commission chairpersons for a two-year term and is not eligible for two consecutive elected terms in this office. Another Division Representative is appointed by the NACADA President and is not eligible for two consecutive terms in this office. These two positions are staggered in terms so that both offices do not become vacant in the same year. A minimum of one full term as a commission chairperson is required to be eligible for the Division Representative position. The Division Representatives report to the NACADA President and serve as voting members on the NACADA Council.

General Description of Function:

The Division Representatives are responsible for all Commissions and Interest Groups, including their formation, activities and evaluation. The Division Representatives also oversee and work in conjunction with a Commission and Interest Group Division Steering Committee. The Division Representatives have the following responsibilities:

A. Fiscal

  1. To prepare and submit an annual budget to the Finance Committee. (Elected Rep in consultation with Appointed Rep)
  2. To prepare, as necessary, supplemental budget requests. (Elected Rep in consultation with Appointed Rep)
  3. To monitor cost center budget to ensure effective use of NACADA funds. (both Reps)
  4. To comply with fiscal procedures established by the Finance Committee and the Executive Office. (both Reps)

B. Division Expectations

  1. To participate in the fall NACADA Council meeting and other meetings as invited. (both Reps)
  2. To prepare for and facilitate the Commission and Interest Group Division Annual Meeting before the NACADA conference each Fall. (Both Reps prepare - elected Rep chairs the meeting and prepares final agenda)
  3. To prepare timely and complete written reports to the Council and Executive Office prior to the fall meeting. (Elected Rep prepares with assistance from appointed Rep and Executive Office liaison)
  4. To make recommendations to the Council on policies, procedures, and programs related to Commission and Interest Group Division concerns. (both Reps)
  5. To comply with the NACADA by-laws. (both Reps)
  6. To convene the Commission and Interest Group Division Steering committee. (Elected Rep is official convener/prepares agenda; both Reps assist in preparations and participate in meeting)
  7. To undertake specific projects at the request of the President or NACADA Council. (both Reps)
  8. To represent NACADA at regional meetings and external functions as requested by the President. (both Reps)
  9. To forward appropriate requests for new commissions to the Division for approval. (Elected Rep prepares meeting agenda; thus, is responsible for this.)
  10. To oversee the activities of all Commissions and Interest Groups. (both Reps)
  11. To conduct an annual review and evaluation of all Commissions and set performance goals for them as appropriate. (both Reps)
  12. To actively encourage membership and retention of members in NACADA. (both Reps)

C. Appointments

  1. The Division Representatives appoint initial chairs of new Interest Groups. (Elected Rep in consultation with appointed Rep and Executive Office liaison)
  2. The Division Representatives will appoint (with NACADA Board approval) commission members to fulfill the remaining term of any chair who resigns his/her position. (Elected Rep in consultation with appointed Rep and Executive Office liaison)
  3. The Division Representatives will appoint past commission chairpersons to replace division steering committee members as needed. (Elected Rep in consultation with appointed Rep and Executive Office Liaison)

 

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