BOD - Board of Directors Application

Overview

The East Texas Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (ETCADA) board governs the overall execution of the organization’s mission. Principally, the Board works with the Executive Director to set long-term priorities for programs and also oversees the Executive Director, who is responsible for day-to-day management of the organization. Overall, the members of the Board contribute the educational, management, legal, and financial skills needed to ensure long term organizational stability for ETCADA’s mission.

The Board of Directors has up to 15 voting members. Terms are for 3 years.

Board Member responsibilities include attendance of regular board meetings (minimum of 9 of 11), as well as teleconference meetings as part of Board committees and electronic conversations.

Board members also hold a fiduciary responsibility for management of organizational capital and ensuring appropriate filings with federal, state, and local authorities consistent with the organization’s status as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Declaration of Candidacy

Board positions require both time and energy commitments. Candidates are urged to consider personal and professional priorities prior to applying.

Resources available to prospective members:

Organizational Documents: Strategic Plan, Bylaws, FY Budget, and others upon request
Program Overview
Email or call the Nominations Committee Chair with questions.

Time and Financial Considerations

Meetings:

Board Meetings- [monthly, third Thursday of each month noon to 1:00 pm]
Committee Work (generally by email and quarterly virtual meeting)
Annual Employee Appreciation Event
Fundraising- board participation needed/required

Donations: As with any Board, members will be asked for cash or in-kind donation; 100% participation is sought; the amount is optional, but we ask that board members consider giving at a leadership level. Board members should maintain an active membership status during their term.

Board of Directors contact information is shared with State and Federal agencies as required by the grant. It is important that the information listed in the application is the preferred address, email and phone number of contacts.

Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Email

example@example.com

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Current Employer

Please answer the following questions.

Why do you seek a position on this board?

Please briefly outline the specific skills you bring, or contributions you hope to make, to this board.

Are you currently serving on the board of directors for another organization? If so, please list the organization name and your position/role.

If you serve on a committee which would be your preference?

Applicant Acknowledgment

I acknowledge that I have read and understand the Board Member Commitments outlined in this application. I understand the expectations and responsibilities associated with serving on the ETCADA Board of Directors and, if selected, agree to fulfill these commitments to the best of my ability.

I also understand that a current résumé must be attached to this application before it can be submitted for consideration.

Current Resume

Please upload a current résumé. A current résumé is required before this application can be submitted.

Signature

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