| Agency: |
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Camp Fire USA Central Puget Sound Council |
| Incorporation Year: |
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1921 |
| Annual Budget: |
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$1,000,000 to $4,999,999 |
| Board Meetings Held: |
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Monthly |
| Current Board Size: |
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20 |
| Number Paid Staff: |
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50 |
| Primary Group(s) Served: |
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Children (5-12)
Adolescents (13-17)
Families / Parents
Infants / Preschoolers (0-4) |
| Directors and Officers insurance is provided (if applicable): |
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Yes |
| Current Board Roster: |
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Suzie Burke, Fremont Dock CompanyDanette Capello, Recreational Equipment, Inc.
Stacy Waddell Carlson, Community Volunteer
Pat Hayes, The Boeing Company
Jeanette James, Seattle Girls' School
Fred Jarrett, WA State House of Representatives
Sarah Johnson, Nordstrom
David Luchtel, PEMCO Corporation
Cheri MacKinnon, Community Volunteer
Sam MacKinnon, Youth Representative
Charles McDonald, UBS Financial Services
Sarah McDowell, Youth Representative
D. Jolene Miller, Recreational Equipment, Inc.
Chelsea Minkler, Lake Partners Strategy Consultants
Leslie Nellermoe, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Kovas Palunas, Youth Representative
Victor Raisys, Microsoft Corporation
Leslie J. Rice, DaVita VillageHealth, Inc
Thomas P. Rook, The Commerce Bank of Washington
Wende L. Sauvage, Encelium Technologies
Elethea Steward, Community Volunteer
Jennifer Tada, Puget Sound Energy
Hillary U, Youth Representative
Russ Woodruff, Milestone Management Group
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| Primary Contact: |
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Jane White Vulliet, Chief Executive Officer, (206) 826-8937, (email)
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| Position title: |
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Board Connections Position |
| Description: |
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JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: BOARD MEMBER
POSITION SUMMARY
Legally responsible for governing the Council; participates actively in the deliberations and decision-making of the Board; must become knowledgeable of the Council's affairs and activities, carries out specific duties as assigned, and is an active Adult Member (annual financial contribution to Camp Fire USA).
RELATIONSHIPS: Responsible to the Council membership. Works with the President and other Board members in carrying out Board responsibilities. Works with committee members, members of the community, staff and others as appropriate in carrying out specific assignments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Policy Determination - A Board member has an obligation to:
• become familiar with current National Camp Fire policies, standards and requirements;
• participate in establishing Council-organizational goals, policies, standards and requirements;
• be informed of the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of the Central Puget Sound Council and Camp Fire USA;
• keep abreast of legislative issues and activities which further the Council's advocacy role; and
• serve on and actively participate in at least one Council-level committee or task force each year.
- Resource Development - A Board member has an obligation to:
• be knowledgeable of the financial management of the Council;
• fund Camp Fire programs through:
o enhancing the public image of the Council;
o participating in Council activities and events; and
o supporting, directly and indirectly, the annual giving and other fund raising endeavors.
- Agency Continuity and Credibility - A Board member has an obligation to:
• devote the amount of time necessary to provide effective leadership to the Council;
• supply and assure continuous leadership through cultivation of friends for the Council;
• serve as an ambassador of Camp Fire in the community;
• attend Board meetings in accordance with the Bylaws (may not miss more than three meetings without prior notice);
• be informed and prepared to voice qualified opinions;
• physically inspect all Council properties at least annually;
• attend Board orientation and training sessions; and
• recognize personal inability to fulfill responsibilities to the Council and to tender a written resignation in such instances.
• Camp Fire USA is an organization that supports diversity and cultural competence, and expects its staff and volunteers to demonstrate respectful interactions with all others in all communications and functions as a representative of the organization.
- Relationship with the President and the Chief Executive Officer - A Board member has an obligation to:
• maintain good communications with the Council President and the Chief Executive Officer;
• bring to the attention of the Council President or the Chief Executive Officer community issues relevant to the welfare of the Council.
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| Type of board position: |
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Board of Directors |
| The process for selecting or nominating members: |
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Camp Fire's CEO and Nominating Committee actively seeks suggestions from Council members and community members for officers, Board and committee members. A board candidate is encouraged to meet with the CEO to learn about Camp Fire programs and needs. The CEO and Nominating Committee will present the nomination to the full Board of Directors who will vote on membership. |
| The organization provides a formal orientation to new members: |
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Yes |
| Additional information about this position: |
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EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
OF COUNCIL BOARD MEMBERS
TIME COMMITMENT:
• Attend Five to Eight Board Meetings Each Year. Meetings are held on the Third Wednesday of the months of January, February, March, May (2nd Wednesday), July, September, October and December (2nd Wednesday), from 4:30-6 p.m. Normally meetings are held at the Camp Fire headquarters, located at 4241 21st Ave W in Seattle. A meeting packet with agenda, minutes, financial information, action items, etc. is e-mailed one week prior to each Board meeting. Regular attendance is expected.
• Attend Annual Board Retreat. In place of the June Board meeting, the Board holds a Board Retreat on a Saturday.
• Serve on a Council Board Committee or Ad Hoc Committee. Board committees include: Finance, Resource Development, Marketing, Group Program, Revenue Task Force and Camping.
• Participate in Fundraising Events / Solicitation. The Board hosts the Leadership Breakfast in June and Benefit Auction in October/November.
• Attend a Two-Hour Board Orientation.
• Participate as an Individual in a Council Event(s). These are listed as Board activities on the annual Board calendar and quarterly cultivation calendars are prepared for Board members.
FINANCIAL COMMITMENT:
• Personal Giving Commitment. Each Board member is expected to make a yearly personal leadership gift to Camp Fire at a gift level that is significant and meaningful for her/him. A minimum gift is $750 for each Board member to the Annual Fund can be in cash, stock or workplace designation (United Way, etc.). Your personal gift to this organization, through a financial contribution, is an expression of your commitment to youth and to Camp Fire’s mission.
• Planned Gifts. We encourage our donors to make a lasting gift to Camp Fire through a bequest, charitable trust or other planned gifts. For more information contact the Development office.
• Additional Giving Opportunities. Throughout the year, opportunities to share in Camp Fire programs are presented to the Board to participate as they feel they are able to do so. These opportunities could include: candy fundraiser, sponsorship of a Wohelo recipient at the C.A.R.E. Dinner and/or attend the C.A.R.E. Dinner and board wine contribution for the Auction.
FUNDRAISING:
• Annual Council Benefit Auction. Each fall the benefit auction raises significant funds to support Camp Fire’s programs for youth. Board members are responsible for securing a minimum of $1,500 worth of items for the auction, hosting a table and attending the auction.
• Annual Leadership Breakfast. A fundraising breakfast is held each June. The purpose of the breakfast is to raise funds as well as increase awareness of Camp Fire’s programs among community and business leaders. Board members are responsible for hosting a table and attending the breakfast.
• Personal Solicitation. Board members may be asked to make contact with potential donors and solicit financial gifts.
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| Skills and Expertise: |
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Accounting / Auditing
Administration / Management
Advertising
Computers / Technology
Construction
Education
Entertainment / Culture
Banking / Finance
Finance/Investment
Entrepreneurship
Fundraising
Government
Health Care
Human Resources
Insurance
Legal Services
Manufacturing
Marketing / Sales
Media
Nonprofit
Operations
Organizational Development
Public Relations
Public Service
Real Estate
Religious
Research / Evaluation
Restaurant / Hospitality
Retailing
Risk Management
Written Communications
Advocacy / Public Policy
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| Human Services: |
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Youth/Teens
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| Public, Societal Benefit: |
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Community Development
Leadership Development
Nonprofit Management
Volunteerism
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