Friends of Weeki Wachee Board Application

APPLICATION TO JOIN THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
1. Why are you interested in serving on the Board of Directors for Friends of Weeki Wachee Springs?*
2. What skills and talents can you bring to the FWWSSP board?*

AccountingFundraisingArchitectural designGrant-WritingTreasurer dutiesMarketingAdministrativeEvent PlanningLandscape DesignVolunteer CoordinatorWebDesign/GraphicsOther
3. Do you currently belong to any other membership-based organizations?*

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4. Are you a paid member of the Friends of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park CSO?*

YesNo (If no, membership to our organization is required. Please visit the membership page for information on joining.)
5. If you have volunteered any time to help with park or FWWSSP events, please list which events:*
6. Do you have the time to spend several hours each month attending a board meeting and helping with events and fundraisers?*

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7. Is there anything about your job or other activities that would interfere with attending monthly meetings and helping with events?*

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8. Signing below signifies that you have read and agree with the attached job description.
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SUPPLEMEMTAL INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICATION TO JOIN FRIENDS OF WEEKI WACHEE SPRINGS CSO BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Please complete this supplemental information in its entirety. If a question does not apply, enter “NA”. Thank you for your interest in the Friends of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park Citizens Support Organization!
Board Position Applying For:*

General Board MemberPresidentVice PresidentSecretaryTreasurerOther
Do you have previous experience on a non-profit organization's board?*

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Name non-profit Org #1:
In what capacity did you serve?

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In what capacity did you serve?

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Education*

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Do you have computer experience with:*

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Is there related training or course work you would like us to know about:*
Any licensure, registration, or certifications you'd like us to consider?*
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or a first-degree misdemeanor?*

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If so, what charges and where?
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I am aware that any omissions, misstatements, or misrepresentations may disqualify me for Friends of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park Board membership now or later. I understand that any information I give may be subject to a background check, as allowed by law.
JOB TITLE: Board Member
TERM: Four-year term with the possibility of re-election to two additional terms after sitting off the Board for one year.

PURPOSE: To act as a voting member of the board with full authority and responsibility to develop policies, procedures, and regulations for the operation of the organization; to monitor the organization's financial health, programs, and overall performance; and to provide the resources to meet the needs of those the organization serves.

REQUIREMENTS: Board Member is also an active (paid) member in good standing of the Friends of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park CSO. Board Members must have a computer, an active email account, and a printer – all necessary for Board communication and Board document review.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Become familiar with the mission, goals and objectives of the Friends of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park. Must be familiar with the Florida State Citizens Support Organization’s Handbook. Must read and understand our organization’s Code of Ethics and Policies and Procedures.
- Attend regularly scheduled and emergency scheduled board meetings.
- Make informed decisions concerning actions being taken by the Board.
- Become familiar with major issues and challenges facing Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
- Regularly read email communications from the Board, and respond promptly, if required.
- Chair or undertake assignments as requested/appointed by the President.
- Supports and contributes to the mission, goals, and strategic plan of the organization.
- Come to meetings prepared to contribute to the discussion of issues and business by preparing for meetings in advance by reading the agenda and relevant material.
- Always act in the positive and supportive manner of the organization, the community, and the park.
- Recommend others to serve on the Board.
- Avoid any appearance of conflicts of interest related to Friends of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park business and decisions.
- Any director may be removed from office after (3) three unexcused absences in the same year.
TIME REQUIRED: Attend in person, tele-conference, (or zoom) monthly meetings and participate in FWWSSP events.

RESPONSIBLE TO: President
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