IAAP Board of Directors Application

Are you passionate about elevating the administrative profession and the growth of IAAP through strategic thinking and advanced-level leadership skills?

If you have a passion for the administrative profession and the success of IAAP, along with exceptional leadership and strategic thinking skills, then becoming an IAAP board member would be a great fit for you. As a board member, you guide the future of IAAP and the administrative profession.

Purpose and Work

Provide volunteer leadership, governance, and oversight to IAAP as a voting officer of the board with full authority and responsibility to develop the strategic direction and policies of the association. Monitor the association’s financial health, participate in budget planning, and support IAAP's core strategy, purpose, and values.

Develop, understand, and support the strategic plan in its core purpose of IAAP
Be knowledgeable and stay current on issues and trends affecting the association and the profession
Develop policies to govern the association
Protect assets and provide proper financial oversight
Ensure effective organizational planning
Participate in informal and formal coaching of current and future board members
Serve as a coach to assigned Volunteer Leaders
Serve on board subcommittees, working groups, and other board assignments which may require monthly/semi-monthly conference calls
Contribute to the performance evaluation of the CEO
Ensure long-term viability of the board through succession planning
Uphold IAAP’s public image, both internal and external
Attend and participate in board orientation and in-person board meetings annually, as well as monthly board meetings
Prepare for all meetings by reviewing the agenda and supporting documents in advance
Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to leadership effectiveness by completing self-assessments, receiving and implementing feedback, and acting on individual development plan

Time Required: 10-12 hours per month for Directors and Diversity Officer; 14-16 hours per month for Chair and Chair-Elect. Travel and weekend time required.

Term Length: One (1) or two (2) years, depending on role (Governance Year runs July-July)

Applications Open: December 18, 2024 - January 14, 2025

Application Guide [Application Process Overview]
Position Descriptions [What Board Members Do]
IAAP Leadership Matrix [Leadership Competencies Utilized]

The Board of Directors is the highest level of leadership in the association. To ensure the highest qualified candidates are on the ballot, the Governance and Leadership Committee (GLC) will evaluate a candidate's leadership competency by sending relevant questions to their manager, colleague, and a volunteer leader peer for a comprehensive assessment.

Please provide an email address for each below and alert them that they'll receive an email from IAAP. Candidates MUST have responses from all 3 parties to be assessed for the position they are applying for.

NOTE: Returning board candidates have a Board Development Committee (BDC) report sent to the GLC, which is used in place of external references. If you are a returning board candidate, put NA in the email fields.

The IAAP Board is responsible for setting the strategic direction of IAAP, which includes policy, fiscal, and governance. To ensure a dynamic and inclusive association that is relevant to supporting the administrative profession, and one that can effectively uphold IAAP’s core purpose, it is imperative that a diverse board leads the organization. As part of the nominating process, board diversity is to be evaluated across several criteria: professional expertise, knowledge, abilities, and perspectives, as well as ethnicity, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, socioeconomic background, age, and other dimensions of diversity. Consideration should also be given to individuals who bring intersectional perspectives, ensuring the board reflects the diverse lived experiences of our community. Our commitment to diversity is complemented by a focus on equity, ensuring all board members have the opportunity to contribute and lead.

I acknowledge that I have reviewed, understand, and agree to uphold and support IAAP’s Leadership Matrix, the Application Guide, the Position Description, the Conflict of Interest, the Confidentiality Agreement, and the Fiduciary Responsibility.
I acknowledge that the application process includes a virtual video interview.

If you have any accessibility needs for the IAAP Volunteer Leader application process, please email Rachel.Suman@iaap-hq.org with your accommodation request.

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