Regional Director Application

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Are you passionate about the administrative support community and helping other leaders grow in their own leadership journey?

If you love the IAAP community and want to help it grow by supporting and leading other leaders, then becoming a Regional Director would be a great fit for you. Regional Directors lead a team of Branch Directors and Volunteer Chairs and recruit new leaders eager to begin their own leadership journey.

Purpose and Work

Regional Directors support IAAP’s core purpose by coaching and supporting current Branch Directors within their region, as well as recruiting new Branch Directors in underrepresented cities. They are also encouraged to assist Branch Directors in combining resources to organize larger events.

Connect with Branch Directors at least monthly to check in and offer guidance and direction when needed
Coach Branch Directors in their role
Welcome new Branch Directors and assist them with getting started
Attend Branch events whenever possible
Encourage member attendance at Branch events through social media, email, newsletters, and conversations
Bring IAAP brand awareness to your region
Attend trainings provided by IAAP to impact your leadership experience

Time Required: 5-7 hours per month

Term Length: Two (2) years (Governance year runs July-June)

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

Personal Information

First Name *
Last Name *
Email Address *
Phone *
Professional Information

How long have you been an administrative professional? *	1-3 years 4-6 years 7-9 years 10+ years
Professional Title *
Organization *
Industry *
Documentation to Review Prior to Completing Application Questions
Position Description [What Regional Directors Do] IAAP Leadership Matrix [Leadership Competencies Utilized] IAAP Strategic Plan
Have you been an IAAP member for at least the previous consecutive two years? *	Yes No
What IAAP leadership role have you served in previously? *
Do you have an active CAP credential? *	Yes No
Short Answer Questions

What do you consider to be your most valuable leadership trait, and what makes it so significant? *
Provide an example of how you plan to grow brand awareness of IAAP in your Region. *
Should a conflict arise between you and a fellow volunteer or member, how will you handle it? *
How do you plan to incorporate IAAP’s Strategic Plan into your Region? *
Have you been part of a coaching program? If so, what was most impactful to you? *
Describe how you will engage, connect with, and motivate admins in your region. *
Documents to Submit
Signed Confidentiality Agreement Resume Letter of Recommendation Please provide a letter of recommendation from a fellow volunteer that you have served with during your time with IAAP. If you served as a Branch Director, we recommend providing a letter from your Regional Director. If you are a current Regional Director applying for an additional term, we recommend providing a letter from a Branch Director you have served. Letters from members of past IAAP committees/working groups you have participated in will also be accepted.
Confidentiality Agreement Submission *
Resume Submission *
Letter of Recommendation Submission *
Demographic Information
Diversity Disclosure: The IAAP Board is responsible for setting the strategic direction of IAAP. 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 diverse volunteers lead the organization. As part of the nominating process, volunteer 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 volunteers have the opportunity to contribute and lead.
With what gender do you most identify? *	Agender Genderfluid Gender non-conforming Genderqueer Man Nonbinary Two-spirit Woman Other: Please Specify Prefer Not to Answer
Other gender identity
Do you identify as transgender? *	Yes No Prefer Not to Answer
Age *	34 or under 35 - 45 46 - 55 56 - 65 Over 65 I prefer not to answer.
Ethnicity *	Asian - For example, Chinese, Filipino, Asian Indian, Vietnamese, Korean, Japanese, Asian American Black or African American - For example, Jamaican, Haitian, Nigerian, Ethiopian, Somali Hispanic, Latino or Spanish - For example, Mexican or Mexican American, Puerto Rican, Brazilian Middle Eastern or North African - For example, Lebanese, Iranian, Egyptian, Syrian, Moroccan Native American or Alaska Native - For example, Native Hawaiian, Samoan, Chamorro, Tongan White - For example, German, Irish, English, Italian, Polish, French Some other race, ethnicity, or origin not listed here Prefer Not to Answer
Are you a new or returning applicant? *	New applicant Returning applicant
If not appointed to this role, are you interested in serving in another role within IAAP? *	Yes No
Acknowledgement and Agreement
I acknowledge that I have reviewed, understand, and agree to uphold and support IAAP’s Leadership Matrix, the Position Description, and the Confidentiality Agreement. I acknowledge that the application process includes a virtual video interview.
Signature *
Accommodation Requests
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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