volunteer oportunity on the library board of trustees

The Del Norte County Library District is currently seeking a board member who is committed to serving the community through open and equal access to cultural, intellectual, and informational resources. A board member’s primary responsibility is to set the budget and vote on policies to align with our mission, vision, and values. 

Board Member Responsibilities: 

• Make the commitment to work and lead with determination, integrity, and purpose
• Regularly prepares for and attend required board meetings 
• Provide leadership for all strategies and fund developments of the organization
• Regularly assessing the board and its function
• Maintain objectivity 
• Participate in an honest evaluation of one’s own performance and that of the other board members
• Advocates for and maintains relationships with the community, financial supporters and other organizations
• Act and make decisions in the best interest of the Library and avoid conflicts of interest

Desired Skills and Experiences: More than one of these requirements is preferred:

• Previously (or currently) serving on a board or executive leadership role in corporate, nonprofit or government sector (Strategic Planning, Management)
• Leadership or involvement in community, school organizations, community outreach (Public Advocacy)
• Expertise in philanthropy, fundraising and/or marketing
• Expertise in board governance
• Passion and skill set for general education and/or literacy
• Expertise in accounting with familiarity in non-profit financial management
• Expertise in law with familiarity in non-profit legality and contracts

Interested candidates, please submit a letter of interest and resume to pgoodeill@delnortecountylibrary.org.  open till filled.