Board Position Descriptions
Click on one of the positions listed below to view the complete description of the responsibilities for that particular position. While each Board position has a specific position description, please review the general requirements before deciding to run for office as well as the benefits to becoming a board member.
Officers
- President
- President-Elect (Open for 2027)
- Treasurer
- Secretary (Open for 2027)
- Vice President of Membership
Core Leadership Area Directors
General Requirements
- Be an active Board member. This includes meeting the attendance expectations described under Board Member Commitment, being prepared for Board meetings, asking critical questions, and helping the Board come to agreement in making decisions that affect chapter membership.
- Know or build your knowledge about your chapter, SHRM, and its governing by-laws. Learn about SHRM and its role with your chapter. A SHRM Leadership Guide will be provided to all Board members to assist you with this.
- Stay informed of trends in the field of human resources and timely issues affecting your chapter.
- Abstain from activities that may appear to create a conflict of interest. Follow the SHRM Code of Ethics.
- Be willing to provide contacts and resources to help your chapter grow and develop as an organization.
- Maintain confidentiality, as appropriate, of chapter Board issues and membership data.
- Be a chapter member in good standing.
Board Member Commitment
Board terms run one calendar year, and each board member signs a Board Member Commitment Agreement at the start of every term. Board members are expected to attend at least 80% of scheduled board meetings and chapter events, and to help with setup and teardown, not only the program itself. They know their position description, follow through on assigned tasks, and step in to support fellow board members when needed. The conflict-of-interest, SHRM Code of Ethics, and confidentiality expectations listed above are also part of the agreement.
Benefits to Becoming a Board Member
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The chance to make an impact and assist in the development of your chapter and the HR profession.
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An opportunity to be recognized as a leader in the field of human resources.
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The chance to attend SHRM’s annual Leadership Conference. Conference registration is FREE for the Chapter President or President-Elect, and other board members pay a nominal fee. Accommodations are FREE for eligible attendees under SHRM’s current requirements; contact the Chapter President for details.
If you have any questions regarding this information or you would like to get more information about a specific Board position, please contact the Chapter President.
