Board of Directors

The bylaws provide for a structure composed of the slate of directors listed below. Click on each title to read the job description:

President
Vice President
Immediate Past President
Treasurer
At-Large Board Director (3)
Non-Hospital Health Care Board Director (2)
Chapter Officer Director
Regional Director
New-to-the-Profession Director
Health Care CEO Director

President
Position Summary
The president serves as the champion of the ASHHRA mission, vision and guiding values. Through the president’s leadership and strategic vision, the board and society will deliver value to members who serve in the health care community. The president develops relationships with internal and external audiences across all levels to develop future human resources and ASHHRA leaders. As a visionary leader committed to advancing the profession, the president is the primary communicator to the members and the health care human resources community.

Term of Office: One year

Summary of Job Responsibilities

Leads the strategic planning process for the society, ensuring that all voices are heard through strategic policymaking discussions. In conjunction with the executive director, ensures that the strategic plan is clearly developed and implemented; communicated to the board, staff and members; and is subject to ongoing review and evolution as needed.

Presides at all board meetings and works with the executive director to develop agendas for those meetings.
Supports and explains all policies and programs adopted by the Board of Directors.
Presides over the annual conference and the Annual Chapter Leadership Conference. Works with the executive director, committee chairs, committee members, and ASHHRA staff in preparation for those conferences.
Chairs the executive committee and manages issues and decisions that need to be discussed between regularly scheduled board meetings; calls special meetings of the executive committee and board as needed.
Works with the Executive Committee, executive director and the board to ensure that ASHHRA operates within its budget.
Works with the Executive Committee and the board to identify and encourage new and diverse leadership by appointing all chairs and members of committees and task forces, and mentors new volunteer leaders. Also establishes ad hoc committees and task forces as needed.
Works through the appropriate chain of accountability to delegate duties to members of the board, committees, task forces and the think tank.
Communicates effectively to the board, staff, committee and task force chairs, and members about the Executive Committee and board activities.
Facilitates the board’s decision-making process and fosters a spirit of teamwork.
Oversees the annual board member self-evaluation process.
Works with past presidents on special assignments for ad hoc committees and think tank opportunities/challenges.
Ensures effective transitions as board members become officers or as new members are appointed, including the delivery of training and orientation as well as ongoing board development.
Monitors the progress and effectiveness of ongoing programs and services, and ensures that new programs and policies are aligned with the strategic plan as developed by the Board of Directors.
Directs the hiring process, in collaboration with AHA, for the executive director and evaluates the executive director annually; solicits feedback and participation from board members, and together with the board provides performance feedback annually.
Works closely with appropriate AHA personnel, including the vice president of the Personal Membership Groups, to advance the mission of ASHHRA and promote the goodwill of ASHHRA.
Collaborates with AHA personnel on matters relating to finance, marketing, and the sharing of resources. Looks for opportunities to work with other societies within the AHA framework sharing best practices and health care knowledge.
Serves as a spokesperson for ASHHRA to its members, other stakeholders, the health care human resources profession as well as the health care community.
Responds in a timely manner to requests by the board, Executive Committee, ASHHRA staff, or to those tasks reasonably requested by the AHA or other partner organizations.
Collaborates with other organizations as deemed appropriate.

Responsibilities as ASHHRA Board of Directors Member

Serves as an advocate and ambassador for ASHHRA.
Works closely with fellow board members to provide input during the strategic planning process and approves the ASHHRA strategic plan.
Serves as a responsible steward of ASHHRA resources and ensures that those resources are allocated based on the strategic and operational objectives of the society.
Provides feedback in the selection and evaluation process of the executive director.
Ensures all activities are in compliance with the society’s bylaws and conflict of interest guidelines.
Inspires others and nurtures leadership to promote professional growth.
Engages a diverse membership.
Attends all board meetings and the annual conference.
Participates on all board conference calls.
Conducts annual self-evaluation to determine the achievement of objectives and overall effectiveness as a board member.
Supports ASHHRA products, services and educational opportunities as an advocate, attendee and purchaser in line with the board member’s financial resources.
Identifies appropriate relationships to promote vendor and partner collaboration.
Exemplifies personal leadership by actively participating and supporting board decisions; maintains the integrity and confidentiality of board business.
Serves on task forces and committees, as appropriate.
Models the ASHHRA HR Leadership Competencies.
Adheres to board performance criteria.

Selection Criteria

Understands and models strategic leadership with expertise in the health care human resources arena.
Demonstrates strong advocacy for health care and health care human resources issues.
Manages relationships at all levels with respect, caring and confidence.
Communicates with a variety of constituencies.
Embraces technology to deliver programs and communications.
Demonstrates business and financial acumen.
Demands open communication that increases the voices of all society members.
Displays track-record of creative approaches to deliver service and solve problems.
Selects and analyzes relevant data in preparation for ongoing planning efforts.
Makes value-based decisions based on analyzed data.
Creates change through transformational thinking and action.
Responds to member needs through a commitment to service excellence.
Understands trends and/or issues in health care human resources management.

In addition, the president must:

Be an ASHHRA practitioner member in good standing for a minimum of five consecutive years. “Good standing” means that he/she has no outstanding debt or obligation to ASHHRA.
Have served as a board member or committee chair for a minimum of three years.Have demonstrated leadership abilities within ASHHRA.

Vice President
Position Summary
The vice president supports the president, providing visionary leadership for the board and society and represents the board and the society in the president’s absence. As preparation for his/her role as the next president, the vice president will model leadership behavior to support and motivate other board members, committee and task force chairs, members and ASHHRA staff. During his/her term, the vice president learns about the president’s responsibilities and prepares for the transition to president.

Term of Office: One year

Summary of Job Responsibilities

Performs the duties of the president whenever the president is unable to do so.
Works in partnership with the president to ensure that the strategic planning process involves all key ASHHRA constituencies.
In conjunction with the board, reviews and updates the strategic plan and develops the annual business plan for the following year.
Provides effective communication to the board, ASHHRA staff, committee and task force chairs, and ASHHRA members regarding all activities of the office.
Serves as an active and prepared member of the executive committee; attends meetings regularly; and contributes ideas, suggestions, and concerns to the agenda for executive committee calls and board meetings.
In collaboration with the Executive Committee, supports the hiring process of the executive director and provides performance feedback annually.
Prepares to appoint chairs of all committees and task forces for his/her term in office by identifying leaders with the required skill sets and expertise.
Models leader behavior and sets the tone for professional development for other board members.
Performs other duties as reasonably requested by the president or the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities as ASHHRA Board of Directors Member

Serves as an advocate and ambassador for ASHHRA.
Works closely with fellow board members to provide input during strategic planning process and approves the ASHHRA strategic plan.
Serves as a responsible steward of ASHHRA resources and ensures that ASHHRA resources are allocated based on the strategic and operational objectives of the society.
Provides feedback in the selection and evaluation process of the executive director.
Ensures all activities are in compliance with bylaws and conflict of Interest guidelines.
Inspires others and nurtures leadership to promote professional growth.
Engages a diverse membership.
Attends all board meetings and the annual conference.
Participates on all board conference calls.
Conducts annual self-evaluation to determine the achievement of objectives and overall effectiveness as a board member.
Supports ASHHRA products, services and educational opportunities as an advocate, attendee and purchaser in line with the board member’s financial resources.
Identifies appropriate relationships to promote vendor and partner collaboration.
Exemplifies personal leadership by actively participating and supporting board decisions; maintains the integrity and confidentiality of board business.
Serves on task forces and committees, as appropriate.
Performs other duties as requested by the president.
Models the ASHHRA HR Leadership Competencies.
Adheres to board performance criteria.

Selection Criteria

Understands and models strategic leadership with expertise in the health care human resources arena.
Demonstrates strong advocacy for health care and health care human resources issues.
Manages relationships at all levels with respect, caring and confidence.
Communicates with a variety of constituencies.
Embraces technology to deliver programs and communications.
Demonstrates business and financial acumen.
Demands open communication that increases the voices of all society members.
Displays track-record of creative approaches to deliver service and solve problems.
Selects and analyzes relevant data in preparation for ongoing planning efforts.
Makes value-based decisions based on analyzed data.
Creates change through transformational thinking and action.
Responds to member needs through a commitment to service excellence.
Understands trends/issues in health care human resource management.

In addition, the vice-president must:

Be an ASHHRA practitioner member in good standing for a minimum of five consecutive years. “Good standing” means that he/she has no outstanding debt or obligation to ASHHRA.
Have served as a board member or committee chair for a combined minimum of three years.
Have demonstrated leadership abilities within ASHHRA.

Immediate Past President
Position Summary
The immediate past president uses expertise in human resources leadership combined with past ASHHRA experience to serve as an actively engaged board member who provides context and experience for the Board of Directors. He/she serves as the liaison to past presidents of ASHHRA.

Term of Office: One year

Summary of Job Responsibilities

Serves as chair of the Nominating Committee, leading the committee to assess current board composition, identify qualified candidates and develop a slate of candidates that meets the strategic needs of ASHHRA.
Works with the board and the executive director to ensure that the bylaws are updated and support the ASHHRA strategic and business plans.
Serves as parliamentarian ensuring that the board, Executive Committee and ASHHRA staff adheres to published bylaws, board resolutions and policies, and that all governance meetings are managed respectfully and professionally.
Serves as an active and prepared member of the Executive Committee; attends meetings regularly; and contributes ideas, suggestions, and concerns to the agenda for Executive Committee calls and board meetings.
In collaboration with the Executive Committee, supports the hiring process of the executive director and provides performance feedback annually.
Engages past presidents on initiatives as defined by the president.

Responsibilities as ASHHRA Board of Directors Member

Serves as an advocate and ambassador for ASHHRA.
Works closely with fellow board members to provide input during strategic planning process and approves the ASHHRA strategic plan.
Serves as a responsible steward of ASHHRA resources and ensures that ASHHRA resources are allocated based on the strategic and operational objectives of the society.
Provides feedback in the selection and evaluation process of the executive director.
Ensures all activities are in compliance with the society’s bylaws and conflict of Interest guidelines.
Inspires others and nurtures leadership to promote professional growth.
Engages a diverse membership.
Attends all board meetings and the annual conferences.
Participates on all board calls.
Conducts annual self-evaluation to determine the achievement of objectives and overall effectiveness as a board member.
Supports ASHHRA products, services and educational opportunities as an advocate, attendee and purchaser in line with the board member’s financial resources.
Identifies appropriate relationships to promote vendor and partner collaboration.
Exemplifies personal leadership by actively participating and supporting board decisions; maintains the integrity and confidentiality of board business.
Serves on task forces and committees, as appropriate.
Performs other duties as requested by the president.
Models the ASHHRA HR Leader Competencies.
Adheres to board performance criteria.

Selection Criteria

Previously served as ASHHRA President during last term on board (see criteria for president).
Understands and models strategic leadership with expertise in the health care human resources arena.
Demonstrates strong advocacy for health care and health care human resources issues.
Manages relationships at all levels with respect, caring and confidence.
Communicates with a variety of constituencies.
Embraces technology to deliver programs and communications.
Demonstrates business and financial acumen.
Demands open communication that increases the voice of all society members.
Displays track-record of creative approaches to deliver service and solve problems.
Selects and analyzes relevant data in preparation for ongoing planning efforts.
Makes value-based decisions based on analyzed data.
Creates change through transformational thinking and action.
Responds to member needs through a commitment to service excellence.
Understands trends and/or issues in health care human resources management.
In addition, the past president must be a current ASHHRA practitioner member in good standing. “Good standing” means that he/she has no outstanding debt or obligation to ASHHRA.

Treasurer
Position Summary
As the society’s financial advisor, the treasurer serves as a steward of ASHHRA resources by monitoring expenditures based on the ASHHRA strategic and operational plan. He/she engages other board members in discussions about ASHHRA financial resources to make values-based decisions on behalf of ASHHRA members in line with established budgetary guidelines.

Term of Office: Two years

Summary of Job Responsibilities

Reviews the operational budget to ensure that it is aligned with the society’s strategic directions and key initiatives.
Provides advice and counsel to the president and the executive director on matters relating to the budget.
Attends Executive Committee meetings regularly and advises the Executive Committee on the society’s budget.
Presents detailed and current financial information at board and executive committee meetings and makes recommendations to review or revise budget allocations based on an analysis of the current budget and strategic initiatives of the society.
Works with the executive director to prepare for the AHA budgetary process, ensuring the board’s active involvement.
Participates actively in discussions relating to the society’s long-term financial planning; works with the board, the executive director and AHA representatives to draft business plans to request funding from the reserve account.
Meets with the executive director and AHA representatives, including the chief financial officer and members of his staff, to understand and monitor the current and future financial position of ASHHRA.

Responsibilities as ASHHRA Board of Directors Member

Serves as an advocate and ambassador for ASHHRA.
Works closely with fellow board members to provide input during the strategic planning process and approves the ASHHRA strategic plan.
Takes the leading role as the responsible steward of ASHHRA resources and ensures that those resources are allocated based on the strategic and operational objectives of the society.
Provides feedback in the selection and evaluation process of the executive director.
Ensures all activities are in compliance with the society’s bylaws and conflict of Interest guidelines.
Inspires others and nurtures leadership to promote professional growth.
Engages a diverse membership.
Attends all board meetings and the annual conference.
Participates on all board conference calls.
Conducts annual self-evaluation to determine the achievement of objectives and overall effectiveness as a board member.
Supports ASHHRA products, services and educational opportunities as an advocate, attendee and purchaser in line with the board member’s financial resources.
Identifies appropriate relationships to promote vendor and partner collaboration.
Exemplifies personal leadership by actively participating and supporting board decisions; maintains the integrity and confidentiality of board business.
Serves on task forces and committees, as appropriate.
Performs other duties as requested by the president.
Models the ASHHRA HR Leader Competencies.
Adheres to board performance criteria.

Selection Criteria

Active member whose primary function is as a health care human resources professional with direct authority for the management of a multi-million dollar budget.
Understands strategic financial management; displays expertise in reading financial statements; and communicates complicated financial and operational concepts in an effective manner.
Understands and models strategic leadership with expertise in the health care human resources arena.
Demonstrates strong advocacy for health care and health care human resources issues.
Manages relationships at all levels with respect, caring and confidence.
Communicates with a variety of constituencies.
Embraces technology to deliver programs and communications.
Demonstrates strong business and financial acumen.
Demands open communication that increases the voice of all within the organization.
Displays track-record of creative approaches to deliver service and solve problems.
Selects and analyzes relevant data in preparation for ongoing planning efforts.
Makes value-based decisions based on analyzed data.
Creates change through transformational thinking and action.
Responds to member needs through a commitment to service excellence.
Understands trends and/or issues in health care human resources management.

In addition, the Treasurer must:

Be an ASHHRA practitioner member in good standing for a minimum of five consecutive years. “Good standing” means that he/she has no outstanding debt or obligation to ASHHRA.
Have served as a board member or committee chair for a combined minimum of three years.
Have demonstrated leadership abilities within ASHHRA.

At-Large Board Director
Position Summary
The at-large board director serves as the voice of members and non-members who work in hospital and health care systems by setting policies and direction for the organization and advocating for innovation in the health care human resources profession. There are three at-large board directors.

Term of Office: Two years

Summary of Job Responsibilities

• Understands the diverse needs of hospitals and health care systems and can translate that understanding into discussion of relevant ways to attract new members, provide programming for those audiences, and deliver value to them.

• Solicits regular feedback from members and non–members on issues relating to health care and health care human resources.

• Provides a unique perspective of the needs and concerns of human resources professionals in hospitals or health care systems through dialogue and discussion with the board and ASHHRA staff.

Responsibilities as ASHHRA Board of Directors Member

• Serves as an advocate and ambassador for ASHHRA.

• Works closely with fellow board members to provide input during strategic planning process and approves the ASHHRA strategic plan.

• Serves as a responsible steward of ASHHRA resources and ensures that ASHHRA resources are allocated based on the strategic and operational objectives of the society.

• Provides feedback in the selection and evaluation process of the executive director.

• Ensures all activities are in compliance with bylaws and conflict of Interest guidelines.

• Inspires others and nurtures leadership to promote professional growth.

• Engages a diverse membership.

• Attends all board meetings, as well as the annual conference.

• Participates on all board conference calls.

• Conducts annual self-evaluation to determine the achievement of objectives and overall effectiveness as a board member.

• Supports ASHHRA products, services and educational opportunities as an advocate, attendee and purchaser in line with the board member’s financial resources.

• Identifies appropriate relationships to promote vendor and partner collaboration.

• Exemplifies personal leadership by actively participating and supporting board decisions; maintains the integrity and confidentiality of Board business.

• Serves on task forces and committees, as appropriate.

• Performs other duties as requested by the president.

• Models the ASHHRA HR Leader Competencies.

• Adheres to board performance criteria.

Selection Criteria

• Currently serves as a human resources professional in a hospital or health care system

• Understands and models strategic leadership with expertise in the health care human resources arena.

• Demonstrates strong advocacy for health care and health care human resources issues.

• Manages relationships at all levels with respect, caring and confidence.

• Communicates with a variety of constituencies.

• Embraces technology to deliver programs and communications.

• Demonstrates business and financial acumen.

• Demands open communication that increases the voice of all society members.

• Displays track record of creative approaches to deliver service and solve problems.

• Selects and analyzes relevant data in preparation for ongoing planning efforts.

• Makes value-based decisions based on analyzed data.

• Creates change through transformational thinking and action.

• Responds to member needs through a commitment to service excellence.

• Understands trends and/or issues in health care human resources management.

In addition:

• An at-large board director must be an ASHHRA practitioner member in good standing for a minimum of three consecutive years. “Good standing” means that he/she has no outstanding debt or obligation to ASHHRA.

• Previous leadership experience on an ASHHRA committee or task force is desired for this position.

Non-Hospital Health Care Board Director
Position Summary
The non-hospital health care board director serves as the voice of members and non-members who work in non-hospital health care settings to reflect the profession’s advances and future opportunities and responsibilities. He/she sets policies and direction for the organization and advocates for innovation in the health care human resources profession. There are two non-hospital health care board directors.

Term of Office: Two years

Summary of Job Responsibilities

• Represents the human resources professional in non-hospital health care settings which may include, but is not limited to, long-term care facilities, ambulance companies, ambulatory clinics, health insurance organizations, and medical group practices.

• Understands the needs of non-hospital health care professionals and translates that understanding into discussion of relevant ways to attract new members, provide programming for those audiences, and deliver value to them.

• Solicits regular feedback from members and non–members on issues relating to health care and health care human resources.

• Provides a unique perspective of the needs and concerns of human resources professionals in non-hospital settings through dialogue and discussion with the board and ASHHRA staff.

Responsibilities as ASHHRA Board of Directors Member

• Serves as an advocate and ambassador for ASHHRA.

• Works closely with fellow board members to provide input during strategic planning process and approves the ASHHRA strategic plan.

• Serves as a responsible steward of ASHHRA resources and ensures that ASHHRA resources are allocated based on the strategic and operational objectives of the society.

• Provides feedback in the selection and evaluation process of the executive director.

• Ensures all activities are in compliance with bylaws and conflict of Interest guidelines.

• Inspires others and nurtures leadership to promote professional growth.

• Engages a diverse membership.

• Attends all board meetings as well as the annual conference.

• Participates on all board conference calls.

• Conducts annual self-evaluation to determine the achievement of objectives and overall effectiveness as a board member.

• Supports ASHHRA products, services and educational opportunities as an advocate, attendee and purchaser in line with the board member’s financial resources.

• Identifies appropriate relationships to promote vendor and partner collaboration.

• Exemplifies personal leadership by actively participating and supporting board decisions; maintains the integrity and confidentiality of board business.

• Serves on task forces and committees, as appropriate.

• Performs other duties as requested by the president.

• Models the ASHHRA HR Leader Competencies.

• Adheres to board performance criteria.

Selection Criteria

• Currently serves as a human resources professional in a non-hospital health care setting.

• Understands and models strategic leadership with expertise in the health care human resources arena.

• Demonstrates strong advocacy for health care and health care human resources issues.

• Manages relationships at all levels with respect, caring and confidence.

• Communicates with a variety of constituencies.

• Embraces technology to deliver programs and communications.

• Demonstrates business and financial acumen.

• Demands open communication that increases the voice of all society members.

• Displays a track record of creative approaches to deliver service and solve problems.

• Selects and analyzes relevant data in preparation for ongoing planning efforts.

• Makes value-based decisions based on analyzed data.

• Creates change through transformational thinking and action.

• Responds to member needs through a commitment to service excellence.

• Understands trends and issues in health care human resources management.

In addition:

• Non-hospital health care director must be an ASHHRA member in good standing. “Good standing” means that he/she has no outstanding debt or obligation to ASHHRA.

• Although a certain number of years as an ASHHRA member is not required, it is preferred that a candidate for this position has been an ASHHRA member for at least three years.

• Previous leadership experience on an ASHHRA committee or task force is desired for this position.

Chapter Officer Director
Position Summary
The chapter officer represents the interests of local chapters and serves general membership by setting policies and direction for the organization and serving as an advocate for innovation in the health care human resources profession. He/she brings the unique perspective of previous chapter leadership experience to the Board of Directors.

Term of Office: One year

Summary of Job Responsibilities

• Increases the diversity of thought and perspective on the board, particularly from the viewpoint of a previous chapter leader.

• Solicits robust and active feedback for and from chapter leaders and shares that feedback through dialogue and discussion with other board members and ASHHRA staff.

• Sits on the Regional, Chapter and Member Services Committee.

Responsibilities as ASHHRA Board of Directors Member

• Serves as an advocate and ambassador for ASHHRA.

• Works closely with fellow board members to provide input during strategic planning process and approves the ASHHRA strategic plan.

• Serves as a responsible steward of ASHHRA resources and ensures that ASHHRA resources are allocated based on the strategic and operational objectives of the society.

• Provides feedback in the selection and evaluation process of the executive director.

• Ensures all activities are in compliance with ASHHRA bylaws and conflict of Interest guidelines.

• Inspires others and nurtures leadership to promote professional growth.

• Engages a diverse membership.

• Attends all board meetings as well as the annual conference.

• Participates on all board conference calls.

• Conducts annual self-evaluation to determine the achievement of objectives and overall effectiveness as a board member.

• Supports ASHHRA products, services and educational opportunities as advocate, attendee and purchaser in line with the board member’s financial resources.

• Identifies appropriate relationships to promote vendor and partner collaboration.

• Exemplifies personal leadership by actively participating and supporting board decisions; maintains the integrity and confidentiality of board business.

• Serves on task forces and committees, as appropriate.

• Performs other duties as requested by the president.

• Models the ASHHRA HR Leader Competencies.

• Adheres to board performance criteria.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated previous ability to build a strong and committed chapter within ASHHRA.

• Previous ability to recruit and retain chapter and ASHHRA members.

• Understands and models strategic leadership with expertise in the health care human resources arena.

• Demonstrates strong advocacy for health care and health care human resources issues.

• Manages relationships at all levels with respect, caring and confidence.

• Communicates with a variety of constituencies.

• Embraces technology to deliver programs and communications.

• Demonstrates business and financial acumen.

• Demands open communication that increases the voice of all within the organization.

• Displays a track record of creative approaches to deliver service and solve problems.

• Selects and analyzes relevant data in preparation for ongoing planning efforts.

• Makes value-based decisions based on analyzed data.

• Creates change through transformational thinking and action.

• Responds to member needs through a commitment to service excellence.

• Understands trends/issues in health care human resources management.

In addition, the chapter officer must:

• Be an ASHHRA practitioner member in good standing for a minimum of three consecutive years. Good standing means that he/she has no outstanding debt or obligation to ASHHRA.

• Have been a chapter president or other chapter officer within the last five years.

Regional Director
Position Summary
The regional director serves on board of directors as the liaison between the nine regional consultants and the board of directors. He/she serves members by setting policies and direction for the organization and advocates for innovation in the health care human resources profession.

Term of Office: Two years

Summary of Job Responsibilities

• Serves as chair of the Regional, Chapter and Member Services Committee that, in partnership with designated ASHHRA staff, develops programs for regional/local membership, and sets agendas for committee meetings.

• Sets agendas for committee meetings that fulfill the annual goals of the committee.

• Works closely with the chapter officer director, ensures that issues of regional interest are communicated to the committees, board, and staff.

• Communicates effectively to the chapters and regional membership about the strategic direction of ASHHRA, the activities of the board and ASHHRA staff, and the benefits of continued ASHHRA membership.

• Appoints Regional Nominating Committee chairpersons from within each region scheduled for election in that year. The regional director’s selections for each chairperson will be made from recommendations submitted by the presidents of the chapters within the region, the regional consultant (if not running for a second term), or a member of the current Board of Directors.

Responsibilities as ASHHRA Board of Directors Member

• Serves as an advocate and ambassador for ASHHRA.

• Works closely with fellow board members to provide input during strategic planning process and approves the ASHHRA strategic plan.

• Serves as a responsible steward of ASHHRA resources and ensures that ASHHRA resources are allocated based on the strategic and operational objectives of the society.

• Provides feedback in the selection and evaluation process of the executive director.

• Ensures all activities are in compliance with bylaws and conflict of interest guidelines.

• Inspires others and nurtures leadership to promote professional growth.

• Engages a diverse membership.

• Attends all board meetings as well as the annual conference.

• Participates on all board calls.

• Conducts annual self-evaluation to determine the achievement of objectives and overall effectiveness as a board member.

• Supports ASHHRA products, services and educational opportunities as advocate, attendee and purchaser in line with the board member’s financial resources.

• Identifies appropriate relationships to promote vendor and partner collaboration.

• Exemplifies personal leadership by actively participating and supporting board decisions; maintains the integrity and confidentiality of board business.

• Serves on task forces and committees, as appropriate.

• Models the ASHHRA HR Leader Competencies.

• Performs other duties as requested by the president.

• Adheres to board performance criteria.

Selection Criteria

• Must be current or former regional consultant. (This includes any individual who has served as a regional board representative within the last four years).

• Understands and models strategic leadership with expertise in the health care human resources arena.

• Demonstrates strong advocacy for health care and health care human resources issues.

• Manages relationships at all levels with respect, caring and confidence.

• Communicates with a variety of constituencies.

• Embraces technology to deliver programs and communications.

• Demonstrates business and financial acumen.

• Demands open communication that increases the voice of all within the organization.

• Displays a track record of creative approaches to deliver service and solve problems.

• Selects and analyzes relevant data in preparation for ongoing planning efforts.

• Makes value-based decisions based on analyzed data.

• Creates change through transformational thinking and action.

• Responds to member needs through a commitment to service excellence.

• Understands trends/issues in health care human resources management.

In addition, the regional director must be an ASHHRA member in good standing for a minimum of five consecutive years or a chapter board member in the last four years. “Good standing” means that he/she has no outstanding debt or obligation to ASHHRA.

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New-to-the-Profession Director
Position Summary
The new-to-the-profession director represents the interests of members who are new to the profession as well as general membership by setting policies and direction for the organization and advocates for innovation in the health care human resource profession. This position communicates to the board and ASHHRA staff, the challenges and needs of those new to the profession.

Term of Office: Two years

Summary of Job Responsibilities

• Solicits feedback from new professionals in the health care human resources community and shares that information with the board, committees and staff.

• Communicates effectively to new human resources professionals the value of association with ASHHRA.

• Sits on at least one ASHHRA board committee to represent the voice of those new to the profession. Committee assignment will be determined based on a discussion with the board president at the beginning of the board term.

• Encourages participation in ASHHRA activities and volunteer opportunities by those new to the profession.

Responsibilities as ASHHRA Board of Directors Member

• Serves as an advocate and ambassador for ASHHRA.

• Works closely with fellow board members to provide input during strategic planning process and approves ASHHRA’s strategic plan.

• Serves as a responsible steward of ASHHRA resources and ensures that ASHHRA resources are allocated based on the strategic and operational objectives of the society.

• Provides feedback in the selection and evaluation process of the executive director.

• Ensures all activities are in compliance with bylaws and conflict of Interest guidelines.

• Inspires others and nurtures leadership to promote professional growth.

• Engages a diverse membership.

• Attends all board meetings as well as the annual conference.

• Participates on all board calls.

• Conducts annual self-evaluation to determine the achievement of objectives and overall effectiveness as a board member.

• Supports ASHHRA products, services and educational opportunities as advocate, attendee and purchaser in line with the board member’s financial resources.

• Identifies appropriate relationships to promote vendor and partner collaboration.

• Exemplifies personal leadership by actively participating and supporting board decisions; maintains the integrity and confidentiality of board business.

• Serves on task forces and committees, as appropriate.

• Performs other duties as requested by the president.

• Models ASHHRA’s HR Leader Competencies.

• Adheres to board performance criteria.

Selection Criteria

• Current practitioner in the health care human resources arena for no more than five years.

• Understands and models strategic leadership with expertise in the health care human resources arena.

• Demonstrates strong advocacy for health care and health care human resources issues.

• Manages relationships at all levels with respect, caring and confidence.

• Communicates with a variety of constituencies.

• Embraces technology to deliver programs and communications.

• Demonstrates business and financial acumen.

• Demands open communication that increases the voice of all society members.

• Displays a track record of creative approaches to deliver service and solve problems.

• Selects and analyzes relevant data in preparation for ongoing planning efforts.

• Makes value-based decisions based on analyzed data.

• Creates change through transformational thinking and action.

• Responds to member needs through a commitment to service excellence.

• Understands trends and/or issues in health care human resources management.

In addition:

• The new-to-the-profession director must be an ASHHRA member in good standing for a minimum of two consecutive years. “Good standing” means that he/she has no outstanding debt or obligation to ASHHRA.

• Previous leadership experience on an ASHHRA committee or task force is preferred for this position.

• Must be a current practitioner in health care human resources no more than five years.

Health Care CEO Director
Position Summary
Appointed by the president, the CEO board director represents the voice of health care leadership and serves general membership by setting policies and direction for the organization and advocates for innovation in the health care human resource profession.

Term of Office: One year

Summary of Job Responsibilities

• Communicates to the board the interests and challenges of the C-level suite as they relate to human resources and the business of health care.

• Serves as a liaison with AHA and its executive leadership, representing the interests of ASHHRA members.

• Shares insights and expertise on the health care industry with the board, committees, ASHHRA staff and members

• Advocates for human resources among peers at other health care institutions and raises the visibility of the profession and ASHHRA.

• Explores collaborative opportunities with key partners leveraging senior executive experience and relationships.

Responsibilities as ASHHRA Board of Directors Member

• Serves as an advocate and ambassador for ASHHRA.

• Works closely with fellow board members to provide input during strategic planning process and approves the ASHHRA strategic plan.

• Serves as a responsible steward of ASHHRA resources and ensures that ASHHRA resources are allocated based on the strategic and operational objectives of the society.

• Provides feedback in the selection and evaluation process of the executive director.

• Ensures all activities are in compliance with the society’s bylaws and conflict of interest guidelines.

• Inspires others and nurtures leadership to promote professional growth.

• Engages a diverse membership.

• Attends all board meetings as well as the annual conference.

• Participates on all board calls.

• Conducts annual self-evaluation to determine the achievement of objectives and overall effectiveness as a board member.

• Supports ASHHRA products, services and educational opportunities as advocate, attendee and purchaser in line with the board member’s financial resources.

• Identifies appropriate relationships to promote vendor and partner collaboration.

• Exemplifies personal leadership by actively participating and supporting board decisions; maintains the integrity and confidentiality of board business.

• Serves on task forces and committees, as appropriate.

• Performs other duties as requested by the president.

• Models the ASHHRA HR Leader Competencies.

• Adheres to board performance criteria.

Selection Criteria

• Expressed interest in the health care human resources arena.

• Demonstrated executive leadership in health care and a commitment to developing human resources leaders in the health care arena.

• Previous experience in human resources or management of that function is highly desired.

In addition, the health care facility CEO board director must be an ASHHRA member in good standing at the time of his/her appointment to the board. “Good standing” means that he/she has no outstanding debt or obligation to ASHHRA