We will be holding elections for President, Director of Business, Director of Fan Experience, Director of Membership and one for a Treasurer/Bookkeeper. We are looking for members to apply for these open positions.
To select our new President, Directors and Treasurer/Bookkeeper, we are going to follow this process:
- Submit a 500 word application on why you are suitable for this position [FORM IS HERE]. The statement may include anything you think members would find relevant in making their decision, but ideally, the statement will include the unique qualifications would you bring to this position, your vision for this position, your vision for the Third Rail and how you would improve the Third Rail for our members. You must be a 2015 Third Rail Member to run for a position.
- Submit a photo of yourself so members know who you are.
- Applications for the position of President are due by 11:59pm on July 24th, 2015. The voting for President will start on July 27th at 11:59pm and end on July 29th at 11:59pm. VOTE HERE
- With a new President having been elected, applications will be accepted for the positions of Director of Business, Director of Fan Experience, Director of Membership (see job description below) and Treasurer/Bookkeeper starting on July 30th and ending on August 3rd at 11:59pm. The voting for these positions will then start on August 4th at 11:59pm and end on August 6th at 11:59pm
By August 8th, 2015 we will have all vacant positions filled.
The Board will then connect with winners of each election and introduce them to our membership
JOB DESCRIPTIONS
These are the four open positions:
President - Term August 2015 - January 2017
Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Being a leader on the central board as well as working with the President’s Council
Able to delegate tasks as needed in a professional manner
Be a constant and consistent voice for the Third Rail
Remain in contact with the NYCFC Front Office to communicate the best interests of the Third Rail
Must be above age 21
Preferred skills:
Professional communicator;
Customer service/management experience preferred;
Experience with a non-profit organization
Database administration a plus;
Working knowledge of Excel or Google sheets
Mailchimp proficiency preferred
Director of Business Operations - Term August 2015 - January 2017
must be 18+
Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Oversees all business decision making
Communicating the vision for how all business (new and existing) is conducted
Creating a strategy that establishes a cash flow positive group
Working with the Treasurer/Bookkeeper to maintain good financial standing with the Third Rail
Preferred skills:
Professional communicator;
Financial experience is a plus
Customer service/management experience preferred;
Must be proficient working with Excel and Google Sheets
Mailchimp proficiency preferred
Director of Fan Experience - Term August 2015 - January 2016
must be 18+
Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Accountable for planning initiatives and strategies
Events include away game days, membership meetings and other TR events
Provides Event Services and Concierge teams with strong leadership, mentorship and guidance in day-to-day plans as well as strategic initiatives.
Develops and champions the fan experience strategy
Develops and manages the event budget
Overall management of service contracts and partnership agreements for security, parking, and first aid
Develops working relationships with both internal and external clients, ensuring that regular, ongoing communication is happening between all areas involved in event operations
Coordinates with MLS team Ticket Offices for away games.
Preferred skills:
Event management experience, fan/customer focused role, preferably in a sports and entertainment venue
Committed to a vision of thrilling fans and providing an ultimate fan experience
Customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
Proven management experience
Superior communication, conflict resolution skills, with the ability to relate professionally to all levels of staff, management, clientele, suppliers, and partners.
Excellent planning, organizational and problem solving skills
Ability to handle conflicting deadlines and prioritize
Director of Membership - Term August 2015 - January 2016
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM BILL DOMEIKA:
From the very beginning the Third Rail has been very important to me and I see the new Chapter strategy as a dawn of a stronger Third Rail, one that has a very bright future ahead of it. Even before I joined the Board, my friends in Westchester Country have longed to put together a group that can really flourish, have an identity of its own, help increase membership, and drive passion for the Third Rail and NYCFC. With that said, the opportunity to be President of Third Rail 914 (Westchester) was one that I could not pass up. I am not leaving the Third Rail, in fact my time, energy and willingness to grow our Supporters Club has increased. With that said, I will remain the Director of Membership until the 7th of August at which point a new Director of Membership will be elected and I will step aside. However, I will continue to help the new Director transition into his or her new role, for however long that takes.
must be 18+
Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Maintaining the master member list, adding new members as needed;
Coordinating with Upper90 for membership packages and directory updates;
Updating contact information for members;
Communicating membership questions to appropriate board members;
Signing up new members at events/welcoming new members;
Answering any questions regarding membership;
Packing and labeling membership cards; and
Finding ways to get members involved in subcommittees
Preferred skills:
Professional communicator;
Customer service/management experience preferred;
Must be proficient working with Excel and Google Sheets
Mailchimp proficiency preferred
Treasurer/Bookkeeper - Term August 2015 - January 2016
must be 18+
Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Managing the finances and preparing quarterly reports to present to membership as well as a year end recap at the Annual Meeting.
Setting and meeting budgets;
Work with chapter treasurers
Tracking sales and reporting to the Board
Preferred skills:
Strong background in Finance, CPA
Past experience as a Treasurer is required
Previous experience with non-profit organizations
All Board members are volunteers, who receive no compensation for their service. Board members maintain their status as active members of The Third Rail for the duration of their board term..
The Third Rail welcomes all active 2015 members to apply for these positions. Recognizing that the strength of our city is in its diversity, our organization does not discriminate on race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, religion or military status in any of its activities or operations.