Board Members 

BOARD MEMBER RESPONSIBILITIES

Members of the governing body of this agency are primarily responsible for establishing and developing policies through which the goals of the organization can be accomplished. The board is the ultimate authority in determining courses of action presented to it by various committees charged with specific activities of the corporation. The blending of talent and expertise that each individual brings to the board are the key ingredients that forge it into an effective working team.

Key Responsibility Area -- Policy Administration

Continue the legal or corporate existence of the Agency. Ensure that it meets legal requirements for the conduct of the organizational business and affairs. Be responsible for ensuring that the agency operates within its bylaws. Adopt policies which determine the purpose, governing principles, functions and activities, and course of action of the agency. Assume ultimate responsibility for internal policies which govern the organization.

Key Responsibility Area -- Evaluation

Regularly evaluate and review agency operations and maintain standards of performance. Monitor the activities of the organization, including: reviewing reports of appropriate committee; confirming, modifying, or rejecting proposal; counseling and providing good judgment on plans of committees or the executive; and considering, debating, and deciding issues.

Key Responsibility Area -- Public And Community Relations

Give sponsorship and prestige to the agency and inspire confidence in its program. Understand and interpret the work of the organization to the community. Relate the services of the agency to the work of other community organization and focus on progress in the community as a whole.

Key Responsibility Area -- Personnel

Select employ, and evaluate the Executive Director. Approve the policies which govern the administration of personnel. Participate in recruitment, selection, and development of other board and committee members.

Key Responsibility Area -- Finance

Approve and monitor the corporate finances of the agency. Authorize and approve the annual audit.





BENEFITS OF PARTICIPATION ON BOARD


· Opportunity to learn about/apply for training grants that will benefit your organization.

· Opportunities for networking and professional development.

· Access to information about workforce development activities in the area.

· Access to employer services provided by the CareerWorks center.

· Capacity to educate businesses and industries in the area on the resources and opportunities available through the Workforce Investment Board.

 

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34 School Street, First Floor
Brockton, MA 02301
Phone: 508-584-3234
Fax: 508-584-3235

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