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Leadership Duties

Leadership Position Descriptions

JOB TITLE: CHAPTER PRESIDENT
Developed FY 2004

The President is the presiding officer of the NASW Idaho Chapter Board of Directors and Executive Committee and an ex-officio member of all committees. The President does not vote on issues except when needed to break a tie. He or she fills a three-year term. The President works with National NASW, Chapter Officers, Board and Chapter members, Chapter staff and pertinent outside entities to fulfill his or her responsibilities and the mission of the Chapter. All Chapter elected terms run from July 1 through June 30.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Serves as the presiding officer of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee and an ex-officio member of all committees. 2. Develops Board of Director meeting agendas in conjunction with the Executive Director.
3. Represents the Chapter and Board of Directors between meetings and reports to the Board of Directors on all important interim actions.
4. Makes all appropriate committee, task force, branch, and other appointments, in consultation with the Board of Directors.
5. Provides quarterly articles for the Chapter newsletter.
6. Attends the NASW Annual Leadership Meetings.
7. Chairs the Chapter’s delegation to the Delegate Assembly.
8. Chairs the Executive Director Selection Committee.
9. Makes himself or herself available to consult with the Executive Director.
10. Participates in the development of and oversees authorization of the Executive Director’s employment contract with Board approval.
11. Coordinates completion of the Executive Director’s annual written evaluation.
12. Participates in the development of and authorizes all Chapter contracts as dictated by National NASW.
13. Facilitates both ongoing and annual evaluation of the Chapter’s goals, financial status, and program plans as they relate to the Chapter’s mission.
14. Serves on the Chapter Finance Committee.
15. Orients President Elect to ensure a smooth transition.
QUALIFICATIONS

Membership in NASW Idaho.
Knowledge of and commitment to NASW and the Chapter.
Evidence of active involvement and leadership in Chapter activities.
Availability to fulfill the duties of the office.

JOB TITLE: PRESIDENT-ELECT
Developed FY 2004

The President Elect serves as a member of the NASW Idaho Chapter Board of Directors and is elected one year in advance of assuming the duties of the office of President. He or she attends all meetings of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, has voting privileges, and fully participates in the decision making process. The President Elect works with National NASW, Chapter Officers, Board and Chapter members, Chapter staff and pertinent outside entities to fulfill his or her responsibilities and the mission of the Chapter. All Chapter elected terms run from July 1 through June 30.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Completes an identified orientation process for this position to effectively assume the role of President.
2. Attends all meetings of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee.
3. Serves on Chapter committees as assigned by the President.
4. Represents the Chapter in attendance at national, regional and statewide meetings as assigned by the President.
5. Serves as the guaranteed alternate to the Delegate Assembly in appropriate years.
6. Serves on the Chapter Finance Committee.

QUALIFICATIONS

Membership in NASW Idaho.
Knowledge of and commitment to NASW and the Chapter.
Evidence of active involvement and leadership in Chapter activities.
Availability to fulfill the duties of the office.

JOB TITLE: VICE PRESIDENT
Developed FY 2009

The Vice President serves as a member of the NASW Idaho Chapter Board of Directors. He or she is elected to a two-year term, attends all meetings of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, has voting privileges and fully participates in the decision making process. The Vice President works with National NASW, Chapter Officers, Board and Chapter members, Chapter staff and pertinent outside entities to fulfill his or her responsibilities and the mission of the Chapter. All Chapter elected terms run from July 1 through June 30.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Fulfills the duties of the President in the event of absence or disability, and assumes the Presidency upon the President's resignation or inability to discharge the office.
2. Oversees development and implementation of the Chapter’s annual work plan which is consistent with the Chapter’s strategic plan, policies and procedures, and budget parameters.
3. Represents the Chapter in attendance at national, regional and statewide meetings as assigned by the President.
4. Chairs the Annual Awards Committee.
5. Serves on the Chapter Finance Committee.
6. Orients the incoming Vice President to ensure a smooth transition.

QUALIFICATIONS

Membership in NASW Idaho. in NASW Idaho.

Knowledge of and commitment to NASW and the Chapter.

Evidence of active involvement and leadership in Chapter activities.

Availability to fulfill the duties of the office.

JOB TITLE: SECRETARY
Developed FY 2009

The Secretary serves as a member of the NASW Idaho Chapter Board of Directors. He or she is elected to a two-year term, attends all meetings of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, has voting privileges and fully participates in the decision making process. The Secretary works with National NASW, Chapter Officers, Board and Chapter members, Chapter staff and pertinent outside entities to fulfill his or her responsibilities and the mission of the Chapter. All Chapter elected terms run from July 1 through June 30.

RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Records minutes at all Board and Executive Committee meetings and other meetings as assigned.
2. Represents the Chapter in attendance at national, regional and statewide meetings as assigned by the President.
3. Announces the preliminary election slate and petition process to Chapter members through publication on the Chapter website and a membership e-mail blast.
4. Chairs the Bylaws Review Committee, which shall meet on a regular basis (as determined by the Board) to update the bylaws.
5. Serves on the Chapter PACE Committee.
6. Orients the incoming Secretary to ensure a smooth transition.

QUALIFICATIONS

Membership in NASW Idaho.

Knowledge of and commitment to NASW and the Chapter.

Interest in/evidence of active involvement and leadership in Chapter activities.

Availability to fulfill the duties of the office.

JOB TITLE: BRANCH CHAIR
Developed 2010

Branch Chairs serve as members of the NASW Idaho Chapter Board of Directors. They are each elected to a two-year term, attend all meetings of the Board of Directors, have voting privileges and fully participate in the decision making process. Branch Chairs work with National NASW, Chapter Officers, Board and Chapter members, Chapter staff and pertinent outside entities to fulfill his or her responsibilities and the mission of the Chapter. All Chapter elected terms run from July 1 through June 30.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assesses interest and needs of NASW members and potential members in their part of the state. Communicates member interests, needs, and concerns to Chapter staff and leadership in a timely fashion.
2. Arranges Branch meetings/CEU offerings at least 3 times/year, offering at least six CEUs each calendar year.
3. Designs Branch flyers and coordinates copying and mailing of documents with the Chapter office.
4. Ensures timely notice (at least 8 weeks in advance) of all Branch meetings by allowing Chapter office adequate time to have Branch meeting notices printed and mailed to all NASW members and as appropriate non-NASW members in the respective Branch.
5. In a timely manner, welcomes all new NASW members with a personal contact, using report supplied by Chapter staff.
6. Recruits new members to NASW by informing potential members of membership benefits.
7. Coordinates resolution of membership problems with Chapter office staff.
8. Assists with arrangements for any NASW state level sponsored workshops in their geographical area.
9. Submits information on Branch activities for membership communications from the Chapter office.
10. Helps follow-up with members who have allowed their membership to lapse for more than 60 days, using report and guidelines supplied by Chapter staff.
11. Encourages participation in NASW sponsored activities by members from their region of the state.
12. Orients incoming Branch Chairs to ensure a smooth transition.

QUALIFICATIONS

Membership in NASW Idaho and adherence to the Code of Conduct.

Knowledge of and commitment to NASW and the Chapter.

Interest in/evidence of active involvement and leadership in Chapter activities.

Availability to fulfill the duties of the position.

JOB TITLE: MSW STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE
Developed FY 2009

The MSW Student Representative serves as a member of the NASW Idaho Chapter Board of Directors. He or she is elected to a one-year term, attends all meetings of the Board of Directors, and has voting privileges and fully participates in the decision making process. The MSW Student Representative works with National NASW, Chapter Officers, Board and Chapter members, Chapter staff and university/college faculty and students to fulfill his or her responsibilities and the mission of the Chapter. All Chapter elected terms run from July 1 through June 30.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Serves as the representative for all MSW students in the state assuring adequate flow of information from the Chapter and Board to appropriate students and faculty.
2. Convenes and serves as co-chair (with the BSW Student Representative) on the Legislative Advocacy Days Planning Team.
3. Provides student perspective/input to Chapter committees and task forces as requested.
4. Is encouraged to attend the local Branch meetings and facilitate student participation in these meetings and activities.
5. Convenes NASW meetings for students on his/her own campus 1-2 times a year in order to encourage student membership.
6. Writes articles on MSW student activities for distribution to the Chapter membership and assists with social networking sites (i.e. Facebook).
7. Identifies student members with leadership interest or potential for the Chapter Committee on Nominations and Leadership Identification (CCNLI).
8. Orients the incoming MSW Representative to ensure a smooth transition.

QUALIFICATIONS

Membership in NASW Idaho and recommendation of at least two faculty members.

Must have at least one year remaining in his/her program of study when taking office.

Knowledge of and commitment to NASW and the Chapter.

Interest in becoming involved in a leadership training position and in Chapter activities.

Availability to fulfill the duties of the position.

JOB TITLE: BSW STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE
Developed FY 2009

The BSW Student Representative serves as a member of the NASW Idaho Chapter Board of Directors. He or she is elected to a one-year term, attends all meetings of the Board of Directors, and has voting privileges and fully participates in the decision making process. The BSW Student Representative works with National NASW, Chapter Officers, Board and Chapter members, Chapter staff and university/college faculty and students to fulfill his or her responsibilities and the mission of the Chapter. All Chapter elected terms run from July 1 through June 30.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Serves as the representative for all BSW students in the state assuring adequate flow of information from the Chapter and Board to appropriate students and faculty.
2. Convenes and serves as co-char (with the MSW Student Representative) on the Legislative Advocacy Days Planning Team.
3. Provides student perspective/input to Chapter committees and task forces as requested.
4. Is encouraged to attend the local Branch meetings and facilitate student participation in these meetings and activities.
5. Convenes NASW meetings for students on his/her own campus 1-2 times a year in order to encourage student membership.
6. Writes articles on BSW student activities for distribution to the Chapter membership and assists with social networking sites (i.e. Facebook).
8. Identifies student members with leadership interest or potential for the Chapter Committee on Nominations and Leadership Identification (CCNLI).
9. Orients the incoming BSW Student Representative to ensure a smooth transition.

QUALIFICATIONS

Membership in NASW Idaho and recommendation of at least two faculty members.

Must have at least one year remaining in his/her program of study when taking office.
Knowledge of and commitment to NASW and the Chapter.
Interest in becoming involved in a leadership training position and in Chapter activities.
Availability to fulfill the duties of the position.

JOB TITLE: LEGISLATIVE CHAIR
Developed FY 2004

The Legislative Chair serves as a member of the NASW Idaho Chapter Board of Directors. He or she is elected to a three-year term, attends all meetings of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, has voting privileges and fully participates in the decision making process. The Legislative Chair works with National NASW, Chapter Officers, Board and Chapter members, Chapter staff, Chapter lobbyist and pertinent outside entities to fulfill his or her responsibilities and the mission of the Chapter. All Chapter elected terms run from July 1 through June 30.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assures that the Legislative Committee meets regularly.
2. Chairs the Chapter Legislative Committee meetings.
3. Develops and implements the Legislative Committee’s annual legislative agenda and related work plan/budget.
4. Keeps the NASW-Idaho membership informed of pertinent legislative issues.
5. Maintains the legislative page on NASW-Idaho's web page and legislative action listserv.
6. Assures there is an article on legislative issues in each quarterly issue of NASW-Idaho’s newsletter, Gatekeeper.
7. Collaborates with the Chapter lobbyist on legislative issues and related actions.
8. Participates on the Legislative Advocacy Day Planning Committee.
9. Serves on the Chapter PACE Committee.
10. Orients the incoming Legislative Chair to ensure a smooth transition.

QUALIFICATIONS

Membership in NASW Idaho.
Knowledge of and commitment to NASW and the Chapter.
Evidence of active involvement and leadership in Chapter activities.
Interest in/knowledge of general legislative process.
Availability to fulfill the duties of the position.

JOB TITLE: CHAPTER ETHICS COMMITTEE CHAIR
Developed FY 2010

The Chapter Ethics Committee Chair is appointed to this position by the Chapter President with a term of July 1st - June 30th. He or she serves as an identified NASW leader and reports on a regular basis to the Board of Directors. The Chapter Ethics Chair works with the Chapter Executive Director, National NASW, the Idaho Board of Social Work Examiners and other pertinent outside entities to fulfill his or her responsibilities and the mission of the Chapter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversees the Chapter Ethics Committee and ensures fulfillment of the committee's identified responsibilities
2. Serves as a liaison between the Chapter Ethics Committee and the Chapter Board of Directors.
3. Provides written reports to the Board of Directors on a quarterly basis.
4. Orients the incoming Chapter Ethics Chair to ensure a smooth transition.

QUALIFICATIONS

Membership in NASW Idaho.
Knowledge of and commitment to NASW and the Chapter.
Have a working knowledge of the NASW Code of Ethics and the Idaho State Social Work Licensing criteria related to ethics.
Know and oversee the NASW Professional Review Process on behalf of the Chapter as needed.
Availability to fulfill the duties of the position.
Be able to present or co-present workshops on ethics

JOB TITLE: CONTINUING EDUCATION APPROVAL CHAIR
Developed FY 2004

The Continuing Education Approval Chair is appointed to this position by the Chapter President with approval from the Chapter Board of Directors and has no defined restrictions on the length of his or her term as long as the identified responsibilities are being adequately fulfilled. He or she serves as an identified NASW leader and reports on a regular basis to the Board of Directors. The Continuing Education Approval Chair works with National NASW, Chapter Officers, the Idaho State Social Work Examiner's Board, Board and Chapter members, Chapter staff and other pertinent outside entities to fulfill his or her responsibilities and the mission of the Chapter. All Chapter appointed terms will attempt to coincide with elected terms which run from July 1 through June 30.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversees the Continuing Education Approval Committee and ensures fulfillment of the committee's identified responsibilities
2. Serves as a liaison between the Continuing Education Approval Committee and the Chapter Board of Directors.
3. Provides written reports to the Board of Directors on a quarterly basis.
4. Orients the incoming Continuing Education Approval Chair to ensure a smooth transition.

QUALIFICATIONS

Membership in NASW Idaho.
Knowledge of and commitment to NASW and the Chapter.
Have a working knowledge of the Idaho State Social Work Licensing criteria related to CEUs.
Availability to fulfill the duties of the position.

COMMITTEE CHARGES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ANNUAL AWARDS COMMITTEE

Charge
The NASW Idaho Chapter Awards Committee is responsible for developing and coordinating the annual recognition awards process.

Accountability
The Awards Committee is accountable to the Chapter Board of Directors.

Duties
1. Develops, maintains and carries-out a defined process for selecting annual award nominees.
2. Selects the annual award winners.
3. Designs, coordinates and conducts a recognition program(s).

Composition and Term of Participation
The Awards Committee will be chaired by the Vice President and comprised of at least four (4) NASW Idaho members from at least two (2) Branches. Committee members will be identified by the Vice President and will each serve a two year term.

Committee on Ethics, as defined in the NASW Procedures for Professional Review and the Professional Review Technical Aids. The Committee on Ethics shall be composed of 5 persons from at least two different branches, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Board who shall be responsible for hearing and determining complaints filed in accord with the Association's policy on professional review. The Committee on Ethics may convene local panels to conduct hearings.

FINANCE COMMITTEE

Charge
The NASW Idaho Chapter Finance Committee is responsible for financial oversight of the Chapter budget and related financial recommendations to the Chapter Board of Directors.

Accountability
The Finance Committee is accountable to the Board of Directors.

Duties
1. Assists the Treasurer in preparation of an annual budget, monitoring fiscal operations and establishing fiscal policy.
2. Arranges for an annual audit by an independent CPA and for an audit report to be forwarded to the National Office.
3. Reviews quarterly reports on Chapter income and expenditures.
4. Brings to the attention of the Board all questions regarding Chapter finances that require Board consideration and action;
5. Submits an annual budget to the Board of Directors two weeks prior to the annual June Board meeting.
6. Maintains appropriate minutes for all meetings.

Composition and Term
The Finance Committee will be chaired by the Chapter Treasurer. The Treasurer-Elect, the President, the President-Elect, and the Vice-President are mandatory positions. A maximum of three (3) additional NASW Idaho Chapter members may be appointed to the committee by the President for a term of 2 years. These positions will all have voting privileges and are staggered to provide continuity. The Executive Director will serve as a non-voting member of the committee.

LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE

Charge
The NASW Idaho Chapter Legislative Committee recommends legislative priorities for the Chapter and assists the contract lobbyist in carrying out legislative programs approved by the Board.

Accountability
The Legislative Committee is accountable to the Chapter board of Directors

Duties
1. Participates in regular meetings.
2. Reviews legislation being introduced and determines what the Chapter will support.
3. Develops a legislative agenda for the Chapter that could include introduction of legislation that benefits NASW members.
4. Assists in carrying out the Chapter Legislative Committee work plan.
5. Maintains appropriate minutes for all meetings.
6. Oversees the Chapter’s Legislative Advocacy Day event.

Composition and Term of Participation
The Legislative Committee will be chaired by the Legislative Committee Chair. The committee will consist of at least six NASW Idaho Chapter members including the Legislative Committee Chair and the Chapter Lobbyist. Committee members will be identified by the Legislative Chair and will have no defined limit on the time they can serve as a member of the committee.

Political Action for Candidate Election (PACE) Committee

Charge

The NASW Idaho Chapter PACE Committee endorses state and local candidates.

Authorization and Accountability

The PACE Committee is accountable for the activities of the PACE Committee and reports to the NASW Idaho Board of Directors on an annual basis.

Purpose

The purposes of the PACE Committee are:

To help elect candidates to public office who support legislation and policies consistent with the goals of the social work profession and those who are served by the social work profession.
To promote NASW legislative policies through political action and/or through support of candidates.
To promote political education and full participation among members of the social work profession in Idaho.
To take such other and further action as may be necessary to accomplish the foregoing.

Time Frame

The PACE Committee is an ongoing committee of the Chapter subject to termination by a majority vote of the NASW Idaho Board of Directors.

Members, Terms and Criteria

There shall be a minimum of five members administering this fund all of whom shall be members of NASW and who shall be appointed by the President of NASW Idaho. Three committee members shall be members of the Board of Directors of NASW Idaho. One member, ideally, should be from each of the following geographic regions: Far North Branch, North Branch, Southwest Branch, Capital Branch, South Central Branch, and Southeast Branch. Committee members who are not NASW Board members shall be appointed for a full 3-year term unless appointed to fill an unexpired term of a previous member. Members who are NASW Board members shall serve as long as they are on the board. No member shall serve for more than six consecutive years on the committee. The Chairperson and a Secretary/Treasurer shall be selected by the Committee members annually from among their number by a majority vote.

CONTINUING EDUCATION APPROVAL COMMITTEE

Charge
The NASW Idaho Chapter Continuing Education Approval Committee is responsible for certifying
the number of clock hours of educational content at the appropriate level of social work licensure for continuing education applications submitted to NASW Idaho in accordance and compliance with the Idaho State Social Work Laws and Rules

*Special Note: The Idaho State Social Work Law and Rules states that final approval of acceptable programs rests with the Board.

Accountability
The Continuing Education Approval Committee is accountable to the Chapter Board of Directors.

Duties:
1. Maintains an appropriate CEU application packet to be provided to requesting entities.
2. Evaluates CEU applications on a monthly basis to determine appropriate level of approval as defined by the Idaho State Social Work Licensing Law Rules and Regulations.
3. Maintains meeting minutes to reflect committee action.
4. Notifies applicants of approval outcome.
5. Maintains appropriate documentation in Chapter office related to each individual CEU request.
6. Collaborates as needed with the Idaho State Board of Social Work Examiner's to insure compliance with the CEU requirements.
7. Responds to questions from applying entities regarding the provision of CEU offerings that will meet Idaho State Licensing criteria.
8. Provides regular information for newsletter and Web page concerning CEU programs.

Composition and Term of Participation
The Continuing Education Approval Committee is chaired by the Continuing Education Approval Committee Chair. The committee is comprised of at least 3 additional NASW Idaho Chapter members all of whom are appointed by the Chapter President with follow-up approval by the Chapter Board of Directors. Terms are not limited, although the President will review committee composition on an annual basis to insure effective fulfillment of the committee's charge. Chapter staff will provide administrative support as necessary. All Committee members should have a working knowledge of the Idaho State Social Work Licensing criteria related to CEUs.

COMMITTEE ON NOMINATIONS AND LEADERSHIP IDENTIFICATION

Committee on Nominations and Leadership Identification Committee Charge

AUTHORIZATION

The Chapter Committee on Nominations and Leadership Identification (CCNLI) is authorized by Article XVI of the NASW Bylaws and is accountable to the NASW Idaho Chapter Board of Directors.

TIME FRAME

July 1 through June 30

COMPOSITION

A. The Committee composition shall be representative of the chapter and branch membership.

B. The term of the office of CCNLI members shall be two years, and terms shall be staggered. A Committee member shall not be eligible for re-eligible for re-election for one year after the expiration of his or her term on the Committee.

C. The Chair of the CCNLI shall be elected by the membership during the general election or selected by members of the CCNLI from among those serving in the last year of their term.

RESPONSIBILITY

The CCNLI is responsible for conducting the chapter’s nominations, selection, and election process in accordance with the Standards for NASW Chapter Nominations and Elections.

ACCOUNTABILITY

The CCNLI is accountable to the chapter board of directors.

The CCNLI shall carry out its duties related to the selection of candidates as an autonomous body. The CCNLI is subject to the policies set forth in the NASW Bylaws and by the National Board of Directors.

In the event of any necessary interpretation of Bylaws, CCNLI shall submit requests for bylaws interpretations to the Chapter Services Department and/or to legal counsel.

Checklist of Monthly Activities

JULY

Secretary of the board of directors announces results of the election to the chapter members in the newsletter, website or via direct mail.
CCNLI members receive information on the positions open for the next election, the standards and reference materials needed for their work, and the charge to the committee from the board of directors
First CCNLI meeting and orientation is scheduled, published, and distributed to membership through the current or next newsletter.
Chapter receives affirmative action goals from the national office.
Executive Director orients new staff members to the nomination and election process and describes the appropriate support role of staff to members and the CCNLI.

AUGUST

CCNLI informs members by chapter newsletter and web page of the positions open for the next election and the timetable for the nominationand election process and begins soliciting nominations.
Nomination forms are distributed through the chapter newsletter, placed on the website, at chapter meetings, and to members requesting them.
First CCNLI meeting and orientation are completed.
CCNLI meetings and work plan are set for the program year.
The Chapter office continues distribution of biographical fact sheets to interested members and nominees, with a cover letter from the CCNLI chairperson, and sends a copy to the members submitting the nomination.
Biographical fact sheets may be screened for membership and good standing and may have relevant affirmative action and representational data attached by staff or be held for the CCNLI to process.
CCNLI consults with the chapter president and the Chapter Services Department regarding questions or interpretations needed to proceed with the nomination, selection, and election process. The Chapter Services Department, in consultation with appropriate national staff, has the responsibility to make clarifications and interpretations on guidelines.

SEPTEMBER

Chapter members are informed of CCNLI meeting dates and locations for the balance of the year.
The chapter newsletter and website repeats call for nominations, with listing of open positions and deadline for submission of nomination forms.
CCNLI members begin contacting schools that have Council of Social Work Education accredited bachelor’s and master’s degree programs to identify potential candidates for student board member positions.
Biographical fact sheets continue to be distributed and received.

OCTOBER

CCNLI meets to conduct the selection process:

*Biographical fact sheets are made available

* Screening for membership and good standing are

completed.

*Affirmative action and representational data relevant to

meeting chapter goals are available on all nominees.

*A working slate that meets the chapter’s affirmative action

goals and representational mandates is identified.

CCNLI members call selectees and issue invitations to candidacy.
CNLI identifies alternate selectees for positions in which the selectee or selectees from the working slate decline the invitation to candidacy.
CCNLI members prepare a status report to members and solicit additional nominations as necessary and appropriate to their timetable.
CCNLI members consult with the chapter president and NASW Office of Chapter Services staff regarding any problems with the selection process.

NOVEMBER

CCNLI completes the selection process.
CCNLI advises all nominees of their status.
CCNLI certifies the preliminary ballot to the secretary of the board of directors and sends two copies to the Chapter Services Department.
CCNLI initiates dialogue with the chapter president (and consultation from the Chapter Services staff) if the selection process has not produced a certifiable preliminary slate.
Formal letters from the CCNLI chairperson confirming candidacy are sent by the chapter office to the candidates.

DECEMBER

The secretary of the board of directors announces the preliminary slate and the petition process to the members in the newsletter and the website this month or next, depending on the chapter’s newsletter schedule.

JANUARY

The secretary of the board of directors announces the preliminary slate and petition process to members in the chapter newsletter and website if the chapter had no December issue(s).
The CCNLI chairperson responds to questions about the petition process and campaign issues.
Chapter staff provide information and petition forms as requested by members.

FEBRUARY

CCNLI may meet to review petitions and inform petitioners of their decision.
CCNLI certifies final ballot to the secretary of the board of directors and sends two copies to the Chapter Services Department.
The chapter office solicits platform statements from candidates for use in the election mailing.

MARCH

CCNLI may meet to review petitions and inform petitioners of their decision.
Candidates return platform statements.
Election mailing preparations begin.
CCNLI works on leadership roster for use b the president and board of directors in filling appointive positions in the coming program year.

APRIL

Election mailing materials are completed.
Election materials and ballot are mailed to chapter members ONLY, with one copy sent to the NASW Office of Chapter Services.
Ballot requires member signature for validation and preserves members’ right to confidentiality.

MAY

Members receive election materials and ballot.
Members are informed of the deadline for voting and where to return ballots.

JUNE

Board of directors reviews and adopts charge to the CCNLI for the next year.
Chapters without July or August newsletters inform members in the June newsletter of the positions open for the next election and the timetable for the nomination and election process and begin soliciting nominations. This information should be posted on the chapter website also.
Ballots are tallied by the CCNLI.
Vote tally is certified to the secretary of the board of directors.
All candidates are informed of the vote tally for the position for which they ran.
The CCNLI supervises the coin toss solution provided for the Standards for NASW Chapter Nominations and Elections, when the tally for a position is a tie.
The CCNLI prepares for a special election if required, in the event of a tie in which the coin toss solution is not allowed.