Position: Association Community Liaison Responsible to: Executive President
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Association Community Liaison (ACL) shall serve as the facilitator to accomplish the strategic imperatives/priorities of AOHP with regard to increased national name recognition; collaborative efforts with governmental agencies; other professional associations with common interests and with the healthcare community at large. This position is a non-voting member of the Executive Board of Directors.
The ACL will report directly to the AOHP Executive President and will take direction from the Executive Board as to the identified processes to implement the strategic plan. The ACL will also collaborate with Association Committees on special projects as needed.
Qualifications
An active AOHP member and actively employed in the specialty of occupational health in healthcare; articulate and knowledgeable with regard to the issues that face the discipline and the association. Demonstrates ability to problem-solve while developing creative approaches for the accomplishment the association’s strategic plan. Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills and critical thinking skills. Committed to working within established timelines.
Duration of service/position
Selection: This part-time (~200 hour/year) position shall be appointed by the executive president and is subject to approval by the executive board of directors. The ACL shall be asked to commit to a minimum of a 2-year term, with the option to renew—with board approval—for an indefinite period of time.
Compensation:
The AOHP member who holds this position shall be compensated a stipend as determined by the board of directors.
Duties and Responsibilities
Identifies, with Executive Board input, the key governmental agencies and associations that are to be contacted and formulates action plan to contact and develop collaborative efforts.
Provides input into the quarterly membership newsletter and writes a report for the Association’s quarterly Journal.
Represents the Association at various governmental activities when the Executive President is not able to attend including providing testimony and public policy comments.
Drafts position statements for identified areas of specialty practice in a timely and accurate fashion.
Serves as ad hoc member of the Governmental Affairs Committee and assists with special projects as indicated.
Provides input into the revision of the Getting Started Manual.
Submits semi-annual written report to the Executive Board by January and July 15th of each year.
Serves as public speaker for the Association at various governmental and professional meetings.
Serves as a member of the Planning Committee for Continuing Education and completes the Faculty-Directed Program Review Form as needed.
