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Term of Office

One year, followed by one-year terms as President-Elect, President and then Immediate Past President.

Method of Appointment

The Vice President shall be elected by the voting members of the Society as described in the Society’s bylaws.

Roles

Member of the Board of Directors
Member of the Executive Committee
Vice Chair, Society Awards Committee (ex officio)
Board Liaison to one of the Society’s committees

Accountability

Reports to: Board of Directors
Staff Liaison: Chief Executive Officer

Estimated Time Commitment

• Board of Director in-person meetings (March, June, October)
• Board of Director conference calls (up to three calls per year)
• Executive Committee conference calls (six calls per year)
• Committee meetings (up to four in-person meetings/conference calls per year)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

In collaboration with the full Board of Directors:

• Exercise Duty of Care: Act honestly, reasonably and in good faith
• Exercise Duty of Obedience: Faithfully pursue IDSA’s mission and act consistently with policies, procedures and bylaws
• Exercise Duty of Loyalty: Act in the best interest of IDSA and disclose and avoid all conflicts of interest
• Understand the needs, wants and values of the membership of the Society
• Establish the strategic direction of the Society
• Ensure effective organizational planning and adequate resource allocation
• Partner with the Chief Executive Officer to monitor progress towards strategic goals
• Set and monitor Society policies

Individually:

• Carry out special assignments as requested by the President
• Prepare for, attend and actively participate in all Board of Director, Executive Committee and committee meetings and conference calls
• Actively engage in identifying, nominating and mentoring other Society leaders
• Leverage connections, networks and resources to help achieve the Society’s mission
• Support all Board of Director decisions and policies
• Protect the confidentiality of the Society’s proprietary and privileged information
• Participate in Board governance training sessions
• Make an annual contribution to the IDSA Foundation
• At the Society’s request, officially represent IDSA in various settings
• As a member of the Executive Committee, annually evaluate the Chief Executive Officer’s performance

Experience/Skills and Attributes

• Has served on the IDSA Board of Directors
• Ability to Solve Problems Collaboratively: Contributes to group decision making by sharing various perspectives, balancing analysis and experience.
• Ability to Demonstrate Accountability: Engages and contributes during meetings and follows through on commitments in a timely manner.
• Ability to Communicate Effectively: Is able to effectively transmit thoughts and concepts in a variety of settings: one-on-one, group and with diverse audiences.
• Ability to Establish Credibility: Gains the trust and respect of colleagues and staff.
• Ability to Think Innovatively: Generates and encourages new ideas and develops tangible strategies to implement new initiatives.
• Ability to Exhibit Sound Decision Making: Remains objective in analyzing complex and ambiguous situations.
• Ability to Manage Group Dynamics and Discussions Effectively: Maintains an open, collegial atmosphere while keeping group discussions focused.
• Ability to Effectively Appropriate Resources: Balances appropriate use of financial and staff resources.
• Ability to Display Executive Presence: Projects calm, confidence and poise under a variety of circumstances.
• Ability to Think Strategically: Anticipates future trends and can translate vision into clear and obtainable strategies.
• Ability to Lead and Manage Change Thoughtfully: Influences others and builds coalitions to support key initiatives.

Term of Office 

Three years. 

Method of Appointment 

The Treasurer shall be elected by the voting members of the Society as described in the Society’s bylaws. 

Roles 

• Officer of the IDSA Board of Directors 
• Member of the IDSA Executive Committee 
• Officer of the IDSA Foundation Board of Directors 
  Member of the IDSA Foundation Executive Committee 
• Member of the IDSA Investment Committee 

Accountability 

Reports to: IDSA & IDSA Foundation Board of Directors 
Staff Liaison: Chief Executive Officer 

Estimated Time Commitment 

• IDSA & IDSA Foundation Board of Directors in-person meetings (up to four per year) 
• IDSA & IDSA Foundation Board of Directors conference calls (up to four calls per year) 
• IDSA & IDSA Foundation Executive Committee conference calls (up to five calls per year) 
• Investment Committee meetings (one in-person meeting/three conference calls per year) 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

The Treasurer for IDSA & IDSA Foundation provides oversight for timely completion of accurate financial statements for both organizations and reports on results and issues to the Boards in the Treasurer’s Report.  This includes review of any necessary reporting of all receipts and disbursements and cash and investment activity provided by the Finance department. The Treasurer will also be responsible for overseeing the budget process and the annual financial audit.  The Treasurer will serve as a voting member of the Investment Committee in their review of asset allocation and investment performance by the outside investment advisors. 

In collaboration with the full Board of Directors: 

• Exercise Duty of Care: Act honestly, reasonably and in good faith 
• Exercise Duty of Obedience: Faithfully pursue IDSA & IDSA Foundation’s mission and act consistently with policies, procedures and bylaws 
• Exercise Duty of Loyalty: Act in the best interest of IDSA & IDSA Foundation and disclose and avoid all conflicts of interest 
• Understand the needs, wants and values of the membership of the Society 
• Establish the strategic direction of the Society & IDSA Foundation 
• Ensure effective organizational planning and adequate resource allocation 
• Partner with the Chief Executive Officer to monitor progress towards strategic goals 
• Set and monitor Society & IDSA Foundation policies 
• Individually: 
• Carry out special assignments as requested by the IDSA President & IDSA Foundation Chair 
• Prepare for, attend and actively participate in all Board of Director, Executive Committee and committee meetings and conference calls 
• Actively engage in identifying, nominating and mentoring other Society & IDSA Foundation leaders 
• Leverage connections, networks and resources to help achieve the Society & IDSA Foundations missions 
• Support all Board of Director decisions and policies 
• Protect the confidentiality of Society & IDSA Foundation proprietary and privileged information 
• Participate in Board governance training sessions 
• Make an annual contribution to the IDSA Foundation 
• At the Society & IDSA Foundation’s request, officially represent the organizations in various settings 
• As a member of the Executive Committee, annually evaluate the Chief Executive Officer’s performance 

Experience/Skills and Attributes 

• Has served on the IDSA or IDSA Foundation Board of Directors 
• Ability to Solve Problems Collaboratively: Contributes to group decision making by sharing various perspectives, balancing analysis and experience. 
• Ability to Demonstrate Accountability: Engages and contributes during meetings and follows through on commitments in a timely manner. 
• Ability to Communicate Effectively: Is able to effectively transmit thoughts and concepts in a variety of settings: one-on-one, group and with diverse audiences. 
• Ability to Establish Credibility: Gains the trust and respect of colleagues and staff. 
• Ability to Think Innovatively: Generates and encourages new ideas and develops tangible strategies to implement new initiatives. 
• Ability to Exhibit Sound Decision Making: Remains objective in analyzing complex and ambiguous situations. 
• Ability to Manage Group Dynamics and Discussions Effectively: Maintains an open, collegial atmosphere while keeping group discussions focused. 
• Ability to Effectively Appropriate Resources: Balances appropriate use of financial and staff resources. 
• Ability to Display Executive Presence: Projects calm, confidence and poise under a variety of circumstances. 
• Ability to Think Strategically: Anticipates future trends and can translate vision into clear and obtainable strategies. 
• Ability to Lead and Manage Change Thoughtfully: Influences others and builds coalitions to support key initiatives. 

Term of Office

Three years.

Method of Appointment

A Director shall be elected by the voting members of the Society as described in the Society’s bylaws.

Roles

Member of the Board of Directors
Board Liaison to one of the Society’s committees

Accountability

Reports to: Board of Directors
Staff Liaison: Chief Executive Officer

Estimated Time Commitment

• Board of Director in-person meetings (March, June, October)
• Board of Director conference calls (up to three calls per year)
• Committee meetings in your role as a Board Liaison (up to four in-person meetings/conference calls per year)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

In collaboration with the full Board of Directors:

• Exercise Duty of Care: Act honestly, reasonably and in good faith
• Exercise Duty of Obedience: Faithfully pursue IDSA’s mission and act consistently with policies, procedures and bylaws
• Exercise Duty of Loyalty: Act in the best interest of IDSA and disclose and avoid all conflicts of interest
• Understand the needs, wants and values of the membership of the Society
• Establish the strategic direction of the Society
• Ensure effective organizational planning and adequate resource allocation
• Partner with the Chief Executive Officer to monitor progress towards strategic goals
• Set and monitor Society policies

Individually:

• Carry out special assignments as requested by the President
• Prepare for, attend and actively participate in all Board of Director and committee meetings and conference calls
• Actively engage in identifying, nominating and mentoring other Society leaders
• Leverage connections, networks and resources to help achieve the Society’s mission
• Support all Board of Director decisions and policies
• Protect the confidentiality of the Society’s proprietary and privileged information
• Participate in Board governance training sessions
• Make an annual contribution to the IDSA Foundation
• At the Society’s request, officially represent IDSA in various settings

Experience/Skills and Attributes

• Recent volunteer involvement with the Society is desired
• Ability to Solve Problems Collaboratively: Contributes to group decision making by sharing various perspectives, balancing analysis and experience.
• Ability to Demonstrate Accountability: Engages and contributes during meetings and follows through on commitments in a timely manner.
• Ability to Communicate Effectively: Is able to effectively transmit thoughts and concepts in a variety of settings: one-on-one, group and with diverse audiences.
• Ability to Establish Credibility: Gains the trust and respect of colleagues and staff.
• Ability to Think Innovatively: Generates and encourages new ideas and develops tangible strategies to implement new initiatives.
• Ability to Exhibit Sound Decision Making: Remains objective in analyzing complex and ambiguous situations.
• Ability to Manage Group Dynamics and Discussions Effectively: Maintains an open, collegial atmosphere while keeping group discussions focused.
• Ability to Effectively Appropriate Resources: Balances appropriate use of financial and staff resources.