NCURA Board of Directors - At Large Member

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
The Board of Directors is the primary governing body of NCURA. While membership on the Board of Directors may occur in a variety of ways, the charge remains the same for each member: guided by a strategic plan and working for the good of the organization, members shall oversee and direct the business of the national organization in accordance with the bylaws.

DURATION:
Concurrent with the duration of each office

• Regionally Elected Members: Two-year terms
• Elected At Large Members: Two-year terms
• Appointed At Large Members: One year concurrent with President’s term

1. Function of Position - Actively support the missions and goals of NCURA. In concert with the other Directors, control and direct the affairs of the Council and determine its policies.
2. Essential Duties and Responsibilities & % Time Devoted - Attendance at Board meetings which occur not less than twice annually. Review of all minutes, reports, special studies, petitions, and other documents brought before or provided to the Board. Participation in special non-routine Board working groups as needed. Liaison with Board appointed Task Forces as assigned. Design, deliberate and approve new policies and changes to existing policies as appropriate for the mission of the Council. Time involved annually averages 2 hours per week, including about four days for attendance at Board Meetings.
3. Qualifications/Requirements
   1. Knowledge and/or Skills – A comprehensive understanding of the mission, goals and structure (organizational and administrative) of NCURA; ability to listen to and understand various points of view; commitment to the professional development of NCURA's members; an ability to professionally represent NCURA.
   2. Presence/Professionalism- Ability and willingness to deal with individuals with sensitivity, tact and courtesy. Ability and willingness to prioritize topics, thoroughly and actively construct and analyze alternatives, openly consider alternatives presented by others, and make decisions in the organization's best interests.
   3. Education and Experience – Education and experience in the field of research administration sufficient to promote and support NCURA’s goals and objectives; proven leadership capabilities and experience in diverse, multicultural environments. Ability to work within a team, demonstrating respect for all the players in the governance process.
   4. Membership Status - Must hold Current Regular member status
4. Training and Support - Support and training will come from Officers, members of the NCURA Staff, and written documents of the Council such as the Administrative Policies and the Strategic Plan.
5. Additional Information (Benefits, Cost Reimbursement, Travel Requirements, etc) - All mandatory travel to meetings not held in conjunction with other events will be reimbursed by NCURA. Board Meetings require a minimum of four days per year. Much of the business of the Board is conducted via email and conference calls.

All nominations and supporting materials (listed below) from the nominees must be received electronically on or before April 20, 2017. Send nominations to: nominations@ncura.edu 

Submission materials:

• Nomination letter (if not self-nominated)
• Statement of no more than one page, single spaced, by the nominee that provides:
• Why the nominee wishes to serve as an NCURA At-Large Member of the Board of Directors
• Description of experience that qualifies the nominee for leadership in meeting the strategic goals of the Board of Directors  (located at http://www.ncura.edu/AboutUs.aspx )
• Description of three specific attributes of the nominee that would be an asset to the NCURA Board of Directors
• Current vitae/resume that highlights NCURA activities at a summarized level (e.g., each session taught should not be individually listed)
• No more than two letters (in addition to the nomination letter) of support from other NCURA members

NOTE: NCURA Awards: Current National Officers (President, Vice-President, Immediate Past- President, Treasurer and Secretary) and current NCURA Standing Committee Chairs and Vice Chairs (FMC, N&LDC and PDC) and the Members of the Board are ineligible for nomination for an NCURA Outstanding Achievement in Research Administration Award or for a Distinguished Service Award.