These Position descriptions are provided from a Resource Guide from the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues and for the interim care serve as a sample description . Please feel free to call the President (in confidence) or the current position holder if you have further questions.
Position Title: President Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is 3 years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Provides leadership to the board by:
- encouraging board members to participate in meetings and activities
- focusing the board’s activities on the organization’s mission
- Ensures the board members are oriented, trained, evaluated and recognized for their contributions.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of the board’s decision-making process.
- Acts as a liaison between the community league and other community leagues or civic organizations.
- Promotes the organization’s purpose in the community and to the media and acts as spokesperson for the league.
- Is the primary liaison between the league and EFCL.
- Participates in the selection and release of any paid employees in consultation with other executive officers.
- Plays a leading role in supporting fundraising activities.
- Is responsible for committees by:
- serving as an ex-officio member of all committees and attending their meetings when needed;
- ensuring that committee chairpersons are appointed
- Arranges for the orientation of committee chairpersons.
- Is responsible for the board’s agenda.
- Chairs meetings of the community league according to Robert’s Rules of Order or as designated in the bylaws and ensures meetings adhere to the agenda.
- Acts as one of the signing officers for cheques and other documents such as contracts and grant applications.
- Prepares a President’s Report for the annual general meeting.
Position Title: Past President Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is for ___ years.
- Past chairperson or past president is not elected, but remains on the board until a new president is elected.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities - Not an automatic position so it must be stated in the league’s bylaws if desired.
- Serves on the executive committee.
- Supports current chairperson.
- Often chairs nominating committee for recruitment of new board members.
- Assists with training and orientation of the Board of Directors.
- Provides historical continuity.
- If this position becomes vacant within the current president’s term:
- it can remain vacant until a new president is elected,
- the previous past president can complete the term,
- other past presidents can complete the term.
Position Title: Vice-President Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is ___ years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Acts in the absence of the president/chairperson.
- Assists president whenever possible.
- Is familiar with all committee members and their duties.
- May act as a signing officer for cheques and other documents.
- Other special duties by interest or assignment.
Position Title: Treasurer Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is ___ years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Gives regular reports to the board on the financial state of the community league.
- Acts as signing officer, with another officer, for cheques and other documents.
- Issues cheques for all invoices.
- Make deposits.
- Enters all transactions in the journal and balances monthly.
- Arranges for annual audit of books.
- Prepares financial statements.
- Supervises the bookkeeper, if one is engaged.
- Completes security clearance check.
Position Title: Bookkeeper (A Potential new role for Malmo Plains) Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is ___ years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Provides written receipts and record monies received on behalf of the community league.
- Records and signs for pre-numbered receipt books as issued on a Master control sheet.
- Records transactions in the general ledger.
- Deposits all community league monies in appropriate bank accounts, preferably within 24 hours of collection.
- Processes accounts payable/payroll cheques and record transactions in general ledger.
- Prepares monthly bank reconciliations on all bank accounts.
- Prepares monthly financial reports for meetings.
- Assists treasurer in collecting information for annual budget, grant applications and GST recovery accounts.
- Assists community league auditor in the preparation of annual financial statements.
Position Title: Secretary Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is ___ years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Keeps copies of the bylaws, minutes and other documents.
- Keeps lists of Directors, committees and general membership.
- Notifies board members of meetings and includes agenda, noting items that need special preparation.
- Records all minutes during board and general meetings.
- Files correspondence.
- Ensures there is a quorum.
- Records all motions and decisions of meetings.
- Signs minutes to attest to their accuracy.
- Distributes copies of minutes to directors and posts minutes online (if applicable) promptly after meetings (and at least 10 days before the next meeting).
- Notifies members of general meetings.
- Files the annual return, amendments to the bylaws and other incorporating documents with the Corporate Registry.
- In the absence of the chairperson and vice- chairperson, chairs board meetings until the election of an alternate chairperson.
- Archives league records.
Position Title: Fundraising Director Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is ___ years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Maintains financial records.
- Applies for licence.
- Applies for grants and permits to run gaming events such as bingo and casinos
- Prepares written reports on gaming events twice annually and submits the reports to Attorney General’s Department.
- Helps recruit volunteer workers.
Position Title: Facilities Director Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is ___ years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Responsible for all facilities (community hall, rink, basketball and tennis courts, playground, etc.
- Oversees access to the community hall.
- Supervises building maintenance and repair.
- Manages rental to members and non-members (screens and approves tenants).
- Reviews condition of facilities.
- Maintains up-to-date building maintenance records.
- Advises league on maintenance and upgrades.
- Obtains estimates for maintenance, repair and upgrade work.
- Recommends upgrades to all facilities as required.
Position Title: Hall Rental Coordinator Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is ___ years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Reviews and maintains up-to-date hall rental policy.
- Reviews and maintains up-to-date hall insurance.
- Advises facilities director of maintenance and repair issues.
- Organizes key distribution to members and users for the building.
- Collects rent and submits to treasurer.
Position Title: Membership Director Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
- The membership director has the authority to purchase membership supplies from the EFCL on an annual basis.
Term of Office- Term of office is ___ years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Manages annual recruitment drive.
- Prepares the membership list and updates records.
- Orders membership supplies from the EFCL.
- Recruits and supervises volunteer canvassers.
- Reviews and prepares policy and procedures with respect to membership.
- Recommends fee structure and strategies to increase membership.
Position Title: Program Director (A Potential New Role for Malmo Plains) Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is ___ years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Works with the City Community Recreation Coordinators (CRCs).
- Prepares and reviews policy and procedures related to programs and social activities.
- Determines which programs will be offered to the community, then arranges for instructors and accommodation.
- Manages all matters related to social activities of the league, including dances, social nights, member barbecues, etc.
- Applies for grants for programs.
- Arranges registrations.
- Prepares budget and financial reports for the treasurer.
- Arranges payments to instructors, keeps appropriate records.
- Arranges access to the facilities used.
Position Title: Communications Director (Currently Provided for by a Team in Malmo Plains) Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is ___ years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Manages all aspects of the production and distribution of the newsletter.
- Manages the website (if applicable).
- Managers all aspects of other communication tools such as bulletins or news releases (if applicable).
- Manages appropriate advertising for the league.
- Works with program director and others as required to promote events and initiatives.
Position Title: Government Relations Director – Currently Malmo has a U of A Representative Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is ___ years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Monitors land use, transportation issues and other civic concerns.
- Reports to the board on matters relating to the neighbourhood or district.
- Establishes ad hoc committees to address specific issues.
- Coordinates submissions and inquiries to government and other organizations.
Position Title: Sports Director => Soccer Coordinator Authority - The board of directors is the legal authority for the community league.
Term of Office- Term of office is ___ years.
General Duties/Requirements- A director is expected to be fully informed on community league matters and participate in discussions and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.
- Commit to the work of the organization.
- Review the board’s conduct and monitor its performance to ensure compliance with bylaws and policies.
- Speak positively of the league and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, committees and communities to enhance the league’s mission.
- Orient new board members.
- Prepare for and arrive on time for all required meetings.
- Develop, monitor, review and approve all policies and other recommendations received from the board, its standing committees and staff.
- Review the bylaws and recommend changes to the membership.
- Participate in the development of the league’s organizational plan, annual review and budget.
- Approve the budget and other financial matters.
- Prepare and present required reports at board meetings.
- Prepare and present an annual report at the annual general meeting.
Responsibilities- Reviews and prepares policy and procedures related to sports programs.
- Recruits coaches.
- Delegates coaching responsibilities.
- Organizes registration times.
- Sets and collects sports programs fees.
- Arranges timetable.
- Attends zone and other city-wide related meetings.
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