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Interested in Becoming an integral part of the Humane Society of Tuolumne County (HSOTC)?
You can by applying for a Board of Director position!
The HSOTC is seeking applications for Board members who understand and support the mission and core values of the HSOTC; can play an active role on the HSOTC Board; support the HSOTC’s fundraising efforts and individual giving campaign; accept the HSOTC’s standards of excellence, and have demonstrated a commitment to improving the effectiveness of our nonprofit organization.
Additionally, Board candidates must be cognizant of the unique yet complementary roles each Board member plays in serving the needs of our shelter animals. Board candidates must be committed to attend and participate in Board meetings, policy setting, fundraising efforts, membership recruitment, and other work as deemed necessary.
We’re looking for Board members with strong strategic thinking, futuristic vision, and problem-solving capabilities. In evaluating candidates for Board positions, the following criteria are considered (although candidates are not expected to meet all the criteria). This criteria along with Board diversity are given considerable weight in the overall selection process:
Board of Director Applicant Criteria:
Functional Expertise
- Past experience in an animal-related field
- General understanding of nonprofit structure and management
- Prior nonprofit or Board experience
- Prestige within the industry and community
Governance/Management Expertise
- Demonstrated interest in advancing the HSOTC’s mission, programs, and membership
- Values are consistent with the HSOTC’s core principles
- Recognition of fiduciary responsibility of the HSOTC
- Availability and flexibility to participate and commit time
- Authority to make decisions and act on behalf of the HSOTC
Personal Qualities
- Results oriented
- Visionary scholar
- Strategic planning ability
- Strong problem solving/decision-making skills
- Open-minded/creative thinker
- Team player
- Ethics and integrity
This is an exceptional opportunity to help foster the growth and development of the HSOTC while aiding in facilitating and promoting our efforts - the adoption of companion animals and ensuring food, shelter, exercise, medical care, vaccinations, and love until our residents find their forever homes.
If you’re interested in applying for a position, please complete the information on the Board Application Form and email your application to shelter@hsotc.org. Or you can mail it to HSOTC, PO Box 830, Jamestown, CA 95327 or simply drop it off at our shelter located at 10040 Victoria Way, Jamestown, CA 95327
Thank YOU for your consideration!
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