NCURA Region I

New England

Region 1 Chair-Elect

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

 

Serve as an executive officer of Region I, working closely with the Chair, to represent all members of the region. The Chair-Elect shall assist the Chair in directing regional affairs.

 

DURATION:

 

Elected by the regional membership for a one-year term beginning January 1. Succeeds to the position of Chair of Region I immediately following the term as Chair-Elect and serves as Immediate Past Chair following the term as Chair.

 

A. Function of Position:

 

Represents Region I at all NCURA meetings, activities and other functions as necessary. The Chair-Elect will be a voting member of the Region I Advisory Committee and will assist the current Chair with all regional matters. If the Chair of Region I is unable to complete the term for any reason, the Chair-Elect will assume the duties of the Chair. After completing the term of a vacated Chair, the Chair-Elect will serve a full term as Chair. If the Chair-Elect is unable to complete the term of office for any reason, the Advisory Committee shall elect one of its members to serve out the remainder of the term.

 

B. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 

The Chair-Elect shall serve as Co-Chair of the Program Committee to plan and coordinate the Region I Spring Meeting. The Chair-Elect shall appoint a Co-Chair and other committee members as appropriate to help in the planning process. See description of Program Committee Co-Chair for list of duties and responsibilities.

 

If the Chair of Region I is unavailable to attend a meeting (such as the regional or national NCURA meeting), the Chair-Elect will fill in for the Chair and preside over the Region I business meeting and other meetings as necessary.

 

C. Time Commitment:

 

Approximately 2 to 3 hours a week. Time will be devoted to assisting the Chair with regional business issues. Involvement with the Region I Spring meeting includes convening Program Committee meetings and providing oversight for all planning activities.

 

D. Public Speaking:

 

Required as part of assisting the Chair in regional business matters. The Chair-Elect may also welcome attendees and introduce speakers at the Region I Spring meeting.

 

E. Qualifications/Requirements:

 

(1) Knowledge and/or Skills: Must be familiar with NCURA from both a national and regional perspective. Previous experience with NCURA Region I activities is desirable. Research administration experience is required.

 

(2) Education and/or Experience: Must be a member of Region I. Familiarity with research administration issues or specific expertise in a particular specialty area within the profession is desirable.

 

(3.) Eligibility - Must be a member of Region I.

 

F. Training and Support:

 

Support from current Chair, Advisory Committee members and other members of the region who have held positions within NCURA. Occasional conference on leadership held by the national office.

 

G. Additional Information:

 

(1) Benefits: Professional development and recognition both regionally and nationally within NCURA.

 

(2) Travel: Travel is required to attend Advisory Committee meetings, the Region I Spring meeting and the national NCURA meeting in Washington, D.C. Reimbursement for travel expenses is not available under normal circumstances.

 

H. Election Procedures:

 

Region 1 Chair-Elect will be elected in annually starting January 1 of the following year in accordance with the Region 1 by-laws.