General Position Summary

The Chair of MSC ALOT is responsible for managing a staff of 5-6 Executives, 18-22 Group Leaders, and 60-90 freshmen members, as well as working alongside a Vice Chair. The Chair is responsible for overseeing various tasks performed by Executives, Group Leaders, and freshmen, including:

• Setting and facilitating a full budget for one fiscal year
• Recruit current members to fill staff positions for the following school year
• Organizing and planning freshmen recruitment process
• Coordinating interview process and member management processes for all positions
• Overseeing and facilitating work being done by Executives, Group Leaders, and freshmen members
• Maintaining a knowledge of the MSC ALOT policies and serving as a facilitator of them
• Development of both executive and general staff members
• Being a liaison between the MSC, and ALOT, specifically through the Program Assembly

Meeting Requirements

Significant changes or additional functions for this position in the upcoming year

• The new Chair of MSC ALOT will be responsible for further establishing the organization’s role within the MSC. It will be their responsibility to make sure ALOT's programs are aligned with the current goals of the MSC E-Team, promote co-programming with other MSC organizations, and increase utilization of resource areas.
• Work on finding, coordinating and communicating the new possibilities for programming that fit within the MSC
• Develop a long term development plan to help further grow committee
   

Job Duties

Learning Outcomes

• The Chair of MSC ALOT will be able to:
• Effectively communicate to both Executives and Group Leaders about tasks that need to be completed
• Set clear expectations for timelines, budget updates, and sub-committee reports and help others to set and follow these expectations.
• Provide clear communication to all levels of members within MSC ALOT
• Assist staff members in recruitment, interview, and selection process of new members
• Set and maintain a budget for one fiscal year as a Chair
• Provide effective transitions materials to incoming Chairs, Executives, and Group Leaders
• Effectively handle and resolve conflict
• Manage and schedule your time between ALOT, school, and other activities
• Develop a vision for the organization

Required Experience, Knowledge, and/or Skills

• Excellent organizational skills and communication skills
• Previous experience in an MSC committee and an understanding of the MSC structure
• Experience with planning programs, retreats, and other events
• Previous experience in working with a team, and leading them

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, and/or Skills

• Experience with running meetings and making meeting agendas
• Experience in MSC ALOT as a staff member
• Knowledge of each sub-committee in order to provide guidance
• Knowledge of the Committee Advancement Team processes, committees, and resources within the MSC
• Ability to set a vision and plan for the year, and the ability to achieve it
• Creation of long-term plans
• Ability to work well with others and maintain professional working relationships
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience
• Conflict Resolution Skills
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Communication and public speaking proficiency

Required MSC Council Officer Responsibilities:

• Represent the MSC Council:  As a student leader in the MSC Council, your actions are a direct reflection and representation of the organization and our values. Committee Chairs have the responsibility of directing their committee’s programs and goals to ensure alignment with those of the MSC Council.
• Alignment with the MSC Programs mission:  MSC Programs will prioritize support for programs, experiences, and student leadership opportunities that reflect and align with its mission of engaging students in providing purposefully designed campus programs and service opportunities that prepare them to be global leaders.
• Attend Weekly Monday Night Meetings: When creating your academic schedule, please be mindful of your requirement to attend Program Assembly meetings every Monday night at 6pm.
• Complete the full Academic Year: MSC Officer positions are meant to be performed for the full academic year including the Summer.
• Attend Leadership Launch (& August Leadership Refresher): Every spring, the MSC hosts Leadership Launch in order to assist with the transition of new leaders.
• Understand the Student-Staff Partnership: Each committee is assigned an advisor by MSC Programs. Through that advisor, MSC Programs and the MSC Council are committed to strong student/staff partnerships and built upon the idea that there is mutuality in teaching and learning and that advisors and students see each other as a resource; each group offering what it uniquely can provide.