Steering Committee Positions*

Candidate Applications close August 31st 11:59pm

Each officer must be a member of the Local Chapter and be current in their dues at the time of election and throughout the duration of their term. The term of office shall be one year or until their successors are elected.  The officers shall not all be cisgender men; shall include at least one member of the LGBTQIA+ community; shall include at least one person of color (POC); and shall include at least one woman. In the event that adequate representation cannot be attained among the officers, the positions will be open to individuals of any background. No member shall hold more than one office at any given time, with the exception of temporary vacancies.*

Co-Chair (x2)

The Co-Chairs shall be the Chief Executive Officers of the Local Chapter. They shall preside over Local Chapter and Steering Committee Meetings or shall appoint a substitute to assume the powers and duties of the presiding officer as specified in the current edition of Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised.  

The Co-Chairs shall be the official public spokespersons for the Local Chapter and shall initiate such actions and policies as the Local Chapter’s general welfare may demand. The Co-Chairs shall be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operations and political work of the Local Chapters Branches, Committees, and other formations. The Co-Chairs shall report to Local Chapter Meetings on the business of the Steering Committee.

Communications Coordinator

The Communications Coordinator shall be responsible for answering all correspondence and queries of the Local Chapter and for maintaining an up-to-date membership list of the Local Chapter. They shall ensure effective communication with the National DSA. They shall temporarily assume the responsibilities of the Co-Chair, if neither Co-Chair is able to do so.  

The Communications Coordinator shall be responsible for the taking of minutes of all Local Chapter and Steering Committee Meetings and shall have custody of these minutes, and the resolutions, reports, and other official records of the Local Chapter. Minutes will include attendance of officers.

The Communications Coordinator shall transfer official records, such as meeting minutes and membership lists, in good condition to their successor. The Communications Coordinator is responsible for storing and ensuring members’ access to the latest versions of these bylaws, meeting minutes, agendas, resolutions, standing rules, and all other materials in the interest of the membership.

The Communications Coordinator shall be responsible for managing the social media profiles for the Local Chapter.

First Membership Coordinator

The First Membership Coordinator shall be responsible for the overall growth of the Local Chapter membership by coordinating the outreach and recruitment of the Local Chapter. The First Membership Coordinator shall oversee initiatives concerning membership growth and participation.

The Membership Coordinator shall organize their activities to be inclusive, culturally competent, and non-oppressive to marginalized groups. Special attention shall be devoted to the recruitment of members from marginalized groups. 

Second Membership Coordinator

The Second Membership Coordinator shall be responsible for the overall health  of the Local Chapter membership by coordinating engagement activities of the Local Chapter. The Membership Coordinator shall oversee initiatives concerning membership retention, engagement, and leadership development. 

Chapter Secretary

The Chapter Secretary shall be responsible for notetaking and ensuring chapter documentation i.e.. resolutions, bylaws, amendments, agendas are collected and organized.

Chapter Treasurer

The Treasurer shall be responsible for the funds and financial records of the Local Chapter. All funds collected by the Local Chapter shall be turned over to the Treasurer, who will hold these funds in a secure place until it is possible to deposit the funds in a credit union or bank account under the name of the Local Chapter. The Treasurer shall prepare budgets and financial reports for consideration at Local Chapter Meetings and as requested by the Steering Committee, and ensure the Local Chapter’s regulatory compliance. In cooperation with the Membership Coordinator, the Treasurer shall be responsible for ensuring that membership dues are current.  

The Treasurer shall create and document policies and procedures for carrying out their duties and for maintaining healthy Local Chapter finances. The Treasurer shall transfer to their successor the documented policies and procedures, financial records and reports, and access to financial accounts securely.