Job Description
BOARD OF DIRECTORS - MEMBER
OVERVIEW
Spokane Sports leads economic and community development through sports tourism for the Spokane region. Operating as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Spokane Sports boasts a strong foundation in event recruitment, creation and facilitation. With established public funding sources and private support from community businesses and industry, Spokane Sports is dedicated to creating a meaningful economic and community impact in the region.
As a member of the Board of Directors, you will play a pivotal role providing strategic oversight of the non-profit, and supporting the vision for the future. The ideal candidate brings a passion for the organization's mission, is dynamic, collaborative, and an experienced professional.
ESSENTIAL ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Champion the organization's mission, vision, and initiatives
- Participate in the selection and oversight of the CEO
- Contribute to strategic planning and participate in annual plan assessments
- Evaluate program effectiveness and alignment with the organization's mission
- Aid in budget development and implementation of financial controls
- Recruit, and support fellow board members, and conduct regular self-assessments
- Uphold legal and ethical standards to maintain organizational integrity
- Approve organizational policies and maintain a strong knowledge of board matters
- Serve on assigned/designated committees to advance specific focus areas of Spokane Sports
DESIRED TRAITS FOR SERVICE
- Skillset: Board membership is based on individual skillset and organizational need-not an appointment or representative from an organization. Current priority of the board is adding sports industry perspective, but all applications will be reviewed.
- Integrity: Demonstrate the highest level of commitment to honesty and strong moral principles, especially as it relates to the organization's values.
- Strategic Thinking: Participate in thought-level leadership discussions.
- Innovation: Exhibit a track record of visionary thinking and contribute to the growth of companies or organizations in meaningful ways.
- Leadership: Effectively lead, inspire, and mentor staff to advance the organizational goals.
- Collaborative: Work alongside the CEO, other board members, stakeholders, and staff to drive initiatives and strategic decision making.
- Organizational Alignment: The ability and willingness to align behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of the organization. Focus on the organization's mission before one's own preferences or professional priorities. Current organizational priority is foundational work, with focus on sustainable growth.
- Accountable: Participate in meetings of the Board of Directors, and actively participate on one or more committees or task forces.
- Engagement: Commitment to attend key special events for organization; anticipated to be two or more annually. Be willing to serve the needs of the organization by volunteering time, energy and resources to support special event(s).
- Knowledgeable: Prepare and stay informed about the affairs of the organization to properly perform their duty and act in the best interest of the organization.
- Representation: Uphold and elevate the Spokane Sports brand when representing the organization with stakeholders, supporting Spokane Sports' mission and core values.
- Composure: Demonstrate advanced communication skills, diplomacy, and tact in complex situations.
- Awareness: Maintain an understanding of the mission and vision of Spokane Sports, either through the engagement within the local community or sports tourism industry to grow awareness both locally and nationally.
SCOPE & COMMITMENT
- Location: Spokane, WA | Remote candidates will be considered, but will be required to attend two or more in-person meetings annually, with travel expenses paid by organization.
- Financial Contribution Expectation: $0.
- Status: Volunteer role, without compensation.
- Time Commitment: 1.5hr Board Meetings, held on the first Wednesday of the month at 12:00pm PST. Engagement with committees, task forces and special events.
- Board Size: No less than five, no more than 15 board members.
- Board Term: Board term of three years, with each member serving up to two terms. Under special circumstances, the nominating committee can recommend a third term.
EXPECTED TIMELINE
- July 2024: Nomination process opens for new board members.
- September 13, 2024: Application deadline for new board members.
- September 23-October 23, 2024: Review of Board Member applicants and interviews.
- November 6, 2024 Board Meeting: Proposed slate of candidates from nominating committee presented.
- November 2024: Confirmation of Board members via email, selection and non-selection.
- December 2024: New Board member orientation.
- January 2025: Term begins for new board members.
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