Board members wanted

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Join our ever-growing nonprofit who share their passion for advancements in parks and green space improvements. We provide for the promotion and innovation of programs that improve park management, maintenance, administration and usage. Be a part of a partnership where we educate and cultivate relationships around green spaces. We are here to make a change and a difference. Join us.

Board Co-chair

The Executive Co-chair is the co-leader of the board of directors along with the Development Co-chair. Responsibilities include evaluating the effectiveness of the organization, guiding the board in matters of organizational priorities and governance, leading strategic planning, oversight of budgeting and staffing, and giving public presentations. The co-chairs also develop agendas for board meetings and facilitate board meetings.

Board Member - Treasurer

The Treasurer is the liaison between the bookkeeper and the board. Responsibilities include managing financial processes, reporting, and fiscal oversight. The Treasurer presents the budget to the board for its approval and ensures the financial policies and procedures are developed, updated, and approved by the board.

Board Member - Secretary

The Secretary takes and/or manages meeting notes, manages by-laws and guidance documents, offers stewardship of the annual State and Federal reports, tracks board membership, tracks liability insurance coverage and submits claims, and manages organization/storage of files.

Board Members - At Large

At Large members offer their specific skill sets to support Green Spaces for DC. Skills desired include design and content creation, social media, marketing, web development and IT, bookkeeping, legal and nonprofit advising, and volunteer management.

Minimum volunteer requirement for all board positions isapproximately 4 hours per month, plus attendance at periodic board meetings and an annual board retreat.

Green Spaces for DC advocates for quality parks and green space through independent research, measurement and performance reporting. We aim to have a diverse representation of our community.

To apply for one of the open board positions, please send a letter stating your intent to apply including your full name, contact information, volunteer position, qualified skills and desired training/skills by email to john@greenspaces4dc.org.

Learn more about our organization at www.GreenSpaces4DC.org.