Chapters run by utilizing members
All roles within the chapter are led by volunteer members. If you want to learn more about the roles you can volunteer for within the chapter this is the resource for you.
The Roles
Our chapter is made up of roles either that function for admin or operational aspects of the chapter. Our steering committee elections are held during the summer every year and HGOs are elected every eight months. You may also do another role by joining a committee or working group.
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Co-Chair A
Steering Committee
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Co-Chair B
Steering Committee
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Secretary-Treasurer
Steering Committee
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Communications Coordinator
Steering Committee
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Membership Coordinator
Steering Committee
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YDSA Coordinator
Steering Committee
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HGO A
Comrade Support
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HGO B
Comrade Support
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HGO C
Comrade Support
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Committee Coordinator
Committees
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Working Group Coordinator
Working Groups
What do the roles do
Each role plays a pivotal part in the operation of the chapter
01
Co-Chair
The co-chairs coordinate the steering committee while also ensuring facilitation happens for chapter meetings and the planning is done in a way that ensures the meetings function equitably.
02
Secretary-Treasurer
The secretary treasurer handles our finances while also keeping us compliant with state laws. In this role you can also expect to record the history of chapter functions through detailed notes and ensuring archiving of chapter material.
03
Communications Coordinator
The communications coordinator handles our social media presence along with interacting with press and drafting our statements. The Communications coordinator also handles our weekly specter which is a once a week email newsletter.
01
Membership Coordinator
The membership coordinator onboards new members through one on one meetings and regular member orientions, and co-chairs the Membership Engagement Committee (MEC). The MEC supports the work of the membership coordinator, and plans outreach events such as socials and canvassing.
02
YDSA Coordinator
The YDSA Coordinator supports student and youth organizers in their YDSA chapters and organizing committees to develop strong socialist campaigns and organizing priorities.
03
HGO
Harassment & Grievance officers conduct misconduct investigations and offer support to comrades through facilitating culture and inclusion within the chapter along with helping members navigate conflict within our organizing spaces.
03
Coordinator
A coordinator facilitates the function of a committee or working group allowing the operations of the charter goals to further the mission. They also onboard members to committees or working groups.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to commonly asked questions about our chapter roles.
How are members chosen for roles?
Chapter roles are decided based on democratic elections of the membership.
Where can I find support for my role?
If you are involved in chapter leadership you can take a national training on leadership but this is not required and is only highly suggested to help you adjust to your new role within the chapter. You may also refer to our help center with documents and guides on how to perform your role.
How long does the role last?
Depending on the role you are involved in you may perform your duties from1-2 years. Steering members are elected every year with a two term limit before running again and HGOs do not have term limits but are elected every two years. If you are a coordinator the roles and terms are decided by the charter. If you are an ad-hoc (Steering selected role) leader the terms are set forth from the steering committee.
What happens if I can no longer perform my role?
At anytime you may become unable to perform your role you may resign. Our bylaws are set up for redundancy and informs the leadership to how to handle the roles once they become vacant. A special election may need to occur within the organizing body that role is assigned to.
Can I have more than one role?
If you are elected to the steering committee you may not also serve as an HGO while you are serving on the Steering committee. If you are a steering committee member you may also server as a coordinator for a committee as seen by our membership coordinator who also runs the membership engagement committee.
Will I need any special training?
You do not need any special training to take a role within the chapter which makes this a great opportunity to develop your organizing and leadership skills to further support the cause of socialism.