CHAPTER LEADERSHIP POSITIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Creating leaders that honor, inspire, and engage

OVERVIEW
The premise of the NSCS officer leadership program is to challenge each NSCS officer to
develop the skills and attributes necessary to be successful in the future as a global
citizen. Being an active NSCS officer is one of the most valuable ways to build leadership
abilities, expand interpersonal relationships, extend program management skills, and
develop and incorporate integrity into your daily life.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

FOR ALL OFFICERS

Serve as a role model, embodying the ideals of a student leader and engaged NSCS
member
Take an active role in planning and holding the New Member Induction Ceremony
Maintain open lines of communication with fellow officers and the chapter advisor,
chapter membership, and the NSCS national office
Possess accurate and up-to-date knowledge of NSCS opportunities and benefits, and
be able to effectively communicate the benefits of NSCS membership to those who
ask
Utilize the resources at www.nscs.org, and maintain an accurate chapter profile
Maintain Facebook chapter page based on requirements outlined in the Maintaining
your NSCS Chapter Facebook Page
Keep members engaged by attending regularly scheduled events
Network with other organizations and individuals on campus
Turn in requested information on or before stated deadlines
Fully prepare incoming officers to ensure a smooth transition for the next year
Take full advantage of the opportunities to develop personally and professionally
through an NSCS leadership role

ADVISOR
Advises and supports the efforts of the chapter, providing consistency from year to
year
Responsibilities
Manage the Invitation Approval Process, including:
- Signing the invitation letter
- Supporting NSCS registration on campus
- Finalizing the online Invitation Letter approval by October 1
Facilitate the eligible member information process so that new members can be
invited , including:
- Sending the request to the school registrar
- Following up with the registrar to ensure information is sent to the national office
by stated deadlines
- Troubleshooting roadblocks in getting eligible member information
Receive information sent from the NSCS national office, by mail, including but not
limited to the Fall and Spring Boxes and chapter checks

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Store chapter items from year to year so that they do not get lost in officer
transitions
Attend chapters New Member Induction Ceremony

CHAPTER PRESIDENT
Manages the chapters overall goals and direction for the year, while maintaining
positive relations with the national office, chapter membership, and campus
community
Responsibilities
Organize, plan, and facilitate the growth and success of the chapter
Set the agenda for chapter/officer meetings
Communicate regularly with the chapter advisor, officers, and the Member
Engagement Manager
Ensure that the chapter remains registered and in positive standing with all
appropriate campus offices; including being listed under student organizations on
school website
Attend the annual NSCS Leadership Summit
Maintain Facebook chapter page based on requirements outlined in the Maintaining
your NSCS Chapter Facebook Page
Hold chapter leadership accountable for chapter goals and performance, and
oversee officer transitions
With the chapter advisor, facilitate the member recruitment process (Invitation
Approval Packet in the fall; Eligible Member Information in the spring)
Act as a liaison between the national office and local chapter
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Collaborates with the chapter President to ensure the growth and success of the
chapter, manage NSCS Signature programs and to ensure compliance with all campus
and national regulations and deadlines
Responsibilities
Fulfill the duties of the chapter president in his/her absence
Initiate collaboration between chapter and other groups/organizations
Fulfill the duties of the chapter president in his/her absence
Attend all officer meetings and events unless otherwise approved by the Chapter
President
Maintain Facebook chapter page based on requirements outlined in the Maintaining
your NSCS Chapter Facebook Page
TREASURER
Oversees chapter finances, fundraising and tracks member involvement
Responsibilities
Understand all policies related to chapter finances and chapter credit card
Prepare seasonal chapter budgets, and coordinate disbursement of chapter checks
with the national office
Manage and oversee all financial transactions for the chapter, including
reimbursement of expenses
Plan all chapter fundraising activities

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VP, EVENTS (OPTIONAL)

Collaborates with the chapter President to manage the New Member Induction
Ceremony and all other NSCS Signature programs and to ensure compliance with all
campus and national regulations and deadlines
Responsibilities
Oversee the planning and execution of the New Member Induction Ceremony
Submit Induction Scheduling Form, Activity Report and Roster to National Office
Oversee all membership and recruitment events
Plan and coordinate chapter officer meetings
Secure speakers for meetings, events and other activities
Initiate collaboration between chapter and other groups/organizations
Attend all officer meetings and events unless otherwise approved by the Chapter
President
Collaborate with VP of Social Media and VP of Public Relations to publicize chapter
events
VP, SOCIAL MEDIA (OPTIONAL)
Maintains detailed, multimedia records of chapters service and social activities and
history to aid in publicity, recruitment, and officer transitions. Maintains the chapters
online presence on chapters Facebook Fan Page, also inclusive of managing chapter email accounts, web site (if applicable), and profiles in campus organization directories
Responsibilities
Upload picture(s) and tag all of the officers from your chapter on Facebook
Ensure all meeting minutes on Facebook are posted in the Notes section
Maintain conversation by responding to comments and answering questions on
the Facebook Fan Page
Create and upload photos/video for events on Facebook
Use Status Update to make announcements for events and important reminders

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VP, PUBLIC RELATIONS & RECRUITMENT (OPTIONAL)

Fosters awareness of NSCS and its activities among potential members, campus
officials, and the community at large
Responsibilities
Increase activeness in your chapter through public relations efforts
Consistently Update the NSCS Chapter Facebook Fan page with events, pictures and
video
Maintain Facebook chapter page based on requirements outlined in the Maintaining
your NSCS Chapter Facebook Page
Plan and coordinate chapters public relations campaigns, other member
recruitment activities
Publicize chapter meetings, events and member accomplishments
Participate in Organization Fairs, Fall Welcome activities, etc.
Visit Freshman Orientations/Seminars, Honors Classes, Residence Halls, etc. to
provide publicity for your NSCS chapter
Ensure your campus is engaged and familiar with NSCS
STAR STATUS COORDINATOR
Keeps an organized and detailed account of chapter activities, consistently updates
Chapter Checklist and monitors STAR Status progress
Responsibilities
Report chapter activities and member involvement to the national office, in
accordance with the STAR Program
Ensure that the chapter meets minimum STAR requirements
Maintain records for a member tracking/rewards program (if applicable)
Distribute all information about national opportunities to members and officer board
Provides national office with relevant documents, photographs, etc
Communicate with Member Engagement Manager regarding STAR Status
Standing
SECRETARY (OPTIONAL)
Keeps an organized and detailed account of chapter activities and happenings
Responsibilities
Secretary
Record minutes and attendance for all chapter/officer meetings; post minutes on
Facebook Fan Page
Maintain Facebook chapter page based on requirements outlined in the Maintaining
your NSCS Chapter Facebook Page
Distribute all information about national opportunities to members and officer board
Facilitate all correspondence and distribution of materials to chapter membership
Provides national office with relevant documents, photographs, etc.
VP, PLANNING TO ACHIEVE COLLEGIATE EXCELLENCE (PACE)
Coordinates the chapters Planning to Achieve Collegiate Excellence program,
maintaining its presence as the signature NSCS service initiative
Responsibilities

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Establish and maintain a relationship with partner school/organization

Plan regular PACE activities such as school visits, assemblies, and March to
College Day(s)
Recruit, train, and provide ongoing support to PACE volunteers
Solicit and implement feedback from program participants
Ensure program compliance with all legal and privacy regulations, as stipulated by
the partner organization and college/university administration

VP, COMMUNITY SERVICE

Connects members with their campus and local communities through participation in
charitable events, and NSCS-sponsored service activities
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain relationships with local service partners
Stay up-to-date on campus service activities
Recruit members to participate in service programs and events
Ensure program compliance with all legal and privacy regulations, as stipulated by
the partner organization and college/university administration
SOCIAL CHAIR (OPTIONAL)
Connect NSCS members to each other, and to potential members, through social
event. Update and maintain the NSCS Chapter Facebook page with events and pictures

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