Board of Director

Board members of The INN Between ensure ongoing operational integrity, relevance of the mission and the funding required for continuing to serve the homeless suffering from a medical crisis.

Time Commitment:

12 meetings per year (60-90 minutes each), special event attendance (10 hours per year), additional board volunteer work (time commitment varies). Board term is three years.

Qualifications:
• Passion for The INN Between's mission and the services it provides to the community.
• An absence of a conflict of interest
• Collaborative working style
• Respect for the outcomes of official votes
• Willingness to understand and respect clear boundaries between board authority/business and the authority of the Executive Director
• Availability for meeting attendance on a regular basis
• Familiarity with policy governance desirable
• Familiarity with issues related to homelessness desirable

Requirements:
• 18+ Years of Age
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Attend New Volunteer Orientation and Board specific training
• Sign required volunteer documents: Department of Human Services Code of Conduct, DWS Code of Conduct and Non-Disclosure Statement, etc.
• Complete VerifiedFirst background check
• Track volunteer hours in Volgistics (Volunteer Management Software)


Training Commitment:
• New Volunteer Induction - 1 Hour
• Tour of Facility with Executive Director - 1 Hours
• Fundraising for Board Members - 3 Hours
• Position Specific Training


Duties
• Ensure mission, vision and values are always being reflected in the services and strategic goals
• Contribute to the selection, support and evaluation of the Executive Director
• Ensure integrity and transparency of all financial management is consistent with the obligations of a 501(c)(3)
• Take responsibility for knowledge about and agreement with the mission, ensuring support of the organization in the community
• Ensure compliance with the highest ethical standards of conduct and law in all business/professional aspects of the organization
• Ensures and participate in recruitment and orientation of new board members, adherence to a policy governance model and assessment of board effectiveness
• Actively participate in board meetings, taking responsibility for meeting preparedness, discussion and decision-making.
• Participate in the organization's development efforts according to ability and personal comfort with fundraising

To apply for a position on The INN Between's Board of Directors, please submit an application with a cover letter to be reviewed by the Board of Directors at the next working meeting. The Executive Director or Board Chair will reach out to you to schedule a tour of the program.