The Board of Directors (BoD) is an elected group of NPs with a fiduciary duty to represent the interests of members and oversee AUNP’s management and operations. The Board is responsible for providing the strategic guidance needed to ensure the sustainability and longevity of the organization. Board members play a crucial role in safeguarding their members’ interests, ensuring they receive accurate and timely information, and promoting transparency in financial reporting and disclosure. Board positions are two-year terms, being elected on off-set years.
President
25+ hours/month
(Executive Board)
Chairs all meetings of the Executive, Board, and Union. Acts as the Board spokesperson, is responsible for carrying out Union policy and Board’s adherence of constitution, as well as addressing discipline as outlined by the constitution. Ex-officio member of all committees.
Vice-President
20+ hours/month
(Executive Board)
Assumes all duties of the President if the President is unable for any reason. Maintains communication between the Union, its members and outside organizations. Chairs the Elections Committee and the Disciplinary Committee.
Secretary
10+ hours/month
(Executive Board)
Ensures that all documents, correspondence, and other records of the Union are kept and maintained, including an accurate and updated record of the membership of the Union. Takes or oversees the taking of minutes for all meetings of the Board and distributes agendas prior and minutes after such meetings. Chairs the Governance Committee.
Treasurer
15+ hours/month
(Executive Board)
Acts as custodian of the financial records and books of account of the Union and oversees revenues, expenditures, and budgeting in accordance with the Constitution and approval of the Board. Ensures an auditor is appointed and audit is completed each year. Chairs the Finance Committee.
Communications Director
10+ hours/month
Manages the Unions social media presence while promoting the Union’s brand. While doing so ensures that all messaging is in line with the Union’s Mission and Vision. Chairs the Communication Committee.
District Representative
5+ hours/month
Responsible for raising concerns brought forward by members in their respective districts and are expected to sit on at least one committee. Beyond this, District Representatives work with the Executive to carry out Union objectives.
Past President
5+ hours/month
Non-voting role who provides transitional support and may participate in projects during their term.