Vice President, Governance and Operations
(Last updated August 27, 2026)
Five (5) Resource Development CCEs are awarded for Board service.
Position Summary
General Responsibilities on the Board:
- Governance oversight of Google Workspace files. This includes ensuring all Vice Presidents have maintained their files in the Google Workspace
- Responsible for the chapter calendar of dates (governance)
- Tracks Insurance costs and payments (work with Treasurer)
- Board job description updates
- By-law updates and reviews
- Oversees Board member elections process
- Attend Board meetings and contribute ideas, help set goals, and reach out to members.
- Volunteer to complete/participate in ad hoc projects
- Promote and recruit volunteers
Must actively contribute to one or more committees and/or lead special projects as requested by the President.
This Board position provides operational and governance oversight to ensure processes are in place for sustainable and effective execution of the business of the Chapter:
- Coordinate the maintenance of ICF operating procedures (by committee) with the committee chair
- Oversee Google Workspace structure, access, and document retention
- Ensure Board position descriptions are reviewed on a regular basis and updated as needed
- Cultivate IDEAS (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Solidarity) for the Board and the Chapter
- Maintain the governance documents for the Chapter, including an annual update of the Charter Chapter Agreement and By-Laws at least every 3 years
- Provide support for tools used to support the Chapter's business, including StarChapter for the website, Zoom, Google Workspace, etc.
Estimated Time Requirements:
- Preparation and participation in Board meetings
- Liaising with Vice Presidents for updates and review of procedures and relevant documentation
- Liaising with ICF Global or other Chapters for best practices
- Interaction with the Chapter’s VA for updates to Google Workspace, etc.
- Time commitment will vary based on special projects undertaken
Estimated Time: 15 - 20 hours per month
Experience/Qualifications (required and preferred):
- Member in good standing of the Chapter
- Nominated to the Board of Directors by the Nominating and Elections Committee
- Voted into office by a vote of members of the Chapter
- Confirmed in the role by the Board of Directors
- This role serves as a potential pathway to presidential leadership within the Board
Knowledge of:
Robert’s Rules of Order
Chapter By-laws
Board Member Handbook
Strategic Plan
Conflict of Interest Policy
Google Workspace
Robert’s Rules of Order
Chapter By-laws
Board Member Handbook
Strategic Plan
Conflict of Interest Policy
Google Workspace
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