President- Elect- Volunteer

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The President-Elect will prepare themself for taking on the position of President of the Board of Directors by assisting the current President of Rock Recovery’s Board of Directors in overseeing all activities of the organization. The President-Elect is a non-voting Board Member until the time they take on the role of President. In the absence of the President, the President-Elect will perform all the Presidential responsibilities except that of casting an official vote. Responsibilities of the President-Elect include:

Attend and participate in all meetings of Rock Recovery’s Board of Directors (the Board meets monthly on Monday evenings from 8:30 to 9:30PM; special meetings are called on occasion, but are not common)

Work closely with the current President in order to gain knowledge and understanding of the organization

Assist with and/or leading special projects

Provide information and/or other general assistance to other Board Member.

At the request of the President, or in his/her absence or disability, perform any of the duties of the President except that of casting a vote

Participate in the development and implementation of short-term and long-term strategy planning for the organization

Represent Rock Recovery in the community as needed (events, conferences, etc.)

Attend the annual Rock Recovery Board of Directors retreat, held in June of each year

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Ability to commit to 4 - 6 hours of work per week

General understanding of eating disorders and a passion for the Rock Recovery mission

Must live in the D.C. metro area

Willingness to serve for a minimum of three years (Year 1 - President Elect; Year 2 - President; Year 3 -Past President)