Apply to volunteer as the Treasurer for our
Board of Directors
"We need to create new avenues for students who have previously fallen between the cracks,
unnoticed by distinguished academics. Science is for everyone willing to put in the effort!"
-Eric M. Welsh, Executive Director
Thank you for your interest in applying for a Volunteer Board Member with GEM Environmental
Please see position descriptions and application deadlines listed below
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Board Officer - Treasurer Part Time Volunteer Position
1 x Positions Available
Term: 2 years
Start Date: Upon the successful completion of Background Check
Board Meetings are held quarterly March, June, September, and December with a virtual option.
Volunteer Position: Roughly 6-10 hours per month.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Volunteer Board Treasurer will assist in maintaining and reporting financial records, leading financial committees, maintaining corporate records, and assisting with policy development for the organization as an Officer of the Board. Board Officers are also expected to participate in regular organization functions, help spread the organization's mission through regular public interaction, and lead fundraising campaigns. The position requires the individual to interact with vulnerable populations, is critical to the operation of the organization, and does require applicants to undergo a criminal history screening before beginning any official duties.
REQUIREMENTS:
JOB DUTIES:
Start Date: Upon the successful completion of Background Check
Board Meetings are held quarterly March, June, September, and December with a virtual option.
Volunteer Position: Roughly 6-10 hours per month.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Volunteer Board Treasurer will assist in maintaining and reporting financial records, leading financial committees, maintaining corporate records, and assisting with policy development for the organization as an Officer of the Board. Board Officers are also expected to participate in regular organization functions, help spread the organization's mission through regular public interaction, and lead fundraising campaigns. The position requires the individual to interact with vulnerable populations, is critical to the operation of the organization, and does require applicants to undergo a criminal history screening before beginning any official duties.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Excellent knowledge of performance evaluation and change management principles.
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving ability
- Excellent time management skills
- Good understanding of the scientific method and processes involved in STEM education.
- Contagious positive attitude
JOB DUTIES:
- Establish and maintain a close working relationship with the Board Chairperson, Executive Director, and Board of Directors to execute both the organization’s mission and goals.
- Provide sound judgement in guiding the organization through fundraising and program initiatives.
- Inspire staff, members, participants, and the community to spread our mission.
- Be a resource for best practices, new ideas, and strong execution of shared goals.
- Foster the next generation of our scientific community through leadership development, value training, personal/professional development, and service learning.
If you're interested in applying, fill out and submit the online web-form below.
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Please fill out the online application below. You will be asked to attach several documents at the end of the application.
