Join the Board!

Do you have ideas on how to make OALEP a more effective and valuable organization? Are you interested in having a voice in the future direction of the Association? Are you interested in making a difference? Now is your opportunity to take a leadership role in your profession - join the OALEP Executive team!

OALEP is pleased to announce the calling for nominees for election to two positions on the Executive Board of Directors this Fall.

Being part of the Executive Board:

• benefits the Association through new ideas and the participation,
• gives members a chance to be leaders, and
• offers a sense of reward through accomplishment, professional development, and service among your colleagues.

Without volunteers, many of the Association activities and initiatives would not be possible. In recognition of the Executive Board members’ volunteer commitment to OALEP, symposium registration fees are now waived. As a Board member, this helps ensure you are able to attend each semi-annual business symposium and represents a savings to you and your agency of at least $350 each year.

OALEP Executive Board Vacancies

Each Director is elected for a two-year term. Your agency should be supportive of your position on the OALEP Executive Board. There is no financial obligation. Only your time and expertise are requested in the form of approximately 10 hours a month. Monthly OALEP Executive meetings are held via teleconference once a month to keep travel to a minimum.

Spring 2012 Vacancies

The Finance Director is responsible for all funds and securities belonging to the Association. This Director is responsible for depositing and safeguarding the Association funds, collecting cheques and online payments, preparing a working budget and full financial report, keeping accounting records current and accurate, and reconciling bank records monthly.

Fall 2012 Vacancies

The President represents OALEP to IALEP and other organizations. They provide leadership for the Executive, and is responsible for ensuring By-Laws and Operating Guidelines are followed. The President creates an agenda for each Executive meeting. The President liaises with all members of the Executive and assists them in meeting the responsibilities of their position. The President shall serve a two-year term, followed by a one-year term as Immediate Past President.

The Vice President speaks for the President when necessary, assists the President in monitoring the development and implementation of the semi-annual Business Symposiums, and co-ordinates with the Communications Director to advise the membership. The Vice-President is responsible for maintaining the membership roster, and recording of minutes from OALEP Executive meetings.  The Vice President shall serve a two-year term.

Here is your opportunity to help and get involved!