NEW Central Region Conference Steering Committee Co-Chair

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Starts: Feb 23, 2026

Description:

Thank you for considering a position on our NEW Central Region Conference Steering Committee! 

We are excited to launch this new conference as an opportunity for professional growth and member engagement serving the entire upper Central Region. We are currently seeking applicants from the following local offices for these new Committee positions: ACA, Great Rivers, Indiana, Michigan, Northland, Ohio, St. Louis, Wisconsin, as well as ACA, Illinois.  If this opportunity interests you, or you know someone who would be a great fit, let us know!

About the position:

The steering committee co-chairs work with the regional ACA professional development manager to provide leadership, vision, guidance, and support to professional development efforts that result in quality professional development resources and opportunities at the regional level, primarily the annual planning and implementation of the NEW Central Region Conference. 

 

What You’ll Do  

Who You Are  

  • Partner with the ACA professional development manager to lead the planning, coordination, and promotion of the Central Region Conference (CRC) annually. 

  • Work cooperatively with the ACA professional development manager in the design, development, and implementation of the CRC, including a work plan which includes the identified target audience, educational outcomes, budget considerations, marketing plan, timeline, and evaluation process. 

  • Work with the professional development manager to analyze return on investment/return on influence during budget cycle. 

  • Provide information and customer service to interested groups and individuals about upcoming ACA professional development opportunities (both local and national). 

  • Participate in ACA nationwide professional development chairs’ meetings (in person at National Conference or send a representative), and any planned virtual meetings). 

  • Coordinate and attend committee meetings (in person or virtual) as assigned.   

  • Coordinate and facilitate with co-chair, steering committee members and/or sub-committee members as necessary to keep lines of communication open.  

  • Work with ACA staff and subcommittee members to send thank-you notes and to evaluate the event. 

  • Collaborate with staff and committee members to keep and share records of the work of the committee for use in future planning and for institutional knowledge. 

  • Follow all applicable ACA policies and procedures relevant to professional development events and efforts. 

  • Avoid conflicts of interest as well as identify and disclose any possible conflicts of interest. 

  • Communicate with ACA staff and other volunteers in a timely and professional manner.  

An active member of ACA.  

Able to lead a team and facilitate work in individuals and groups.  

Able to connect and engage local volunteers including recruiting volunteers to support the Central Region Conference.  

Experienced in leading work groups/committees to meet expected outcomes/goals.  

Experienced in working with adult learners 

Informed on ACA professional development resources and programs, as well as emerging professional development issues and trends. 

Knowledgeable of the regional “picture” of camp and basic understanding of camp culture(s) within your region.   

Adaptable and flexible: responds positively to change, embracing and using new practices or values to accomplish goals and solve problems. 

A leader: inspires and motivates a team, fosters collaboration, and cultivates a positive environment focused on achieving shared goals.  

A communicator: articulates ideas clearly and persuasively, listens actively, and builds strong relationships with volunteers, staff, and camp professionals.   

Adaptable: responds positively to change, embracing and using new practices or approaches to accomplish goals and solve problems.  

Supports organizational alignment: aligns the direction of services provided at the local office level with the mission, vision, and values of ACA.  

 

Time Commitment 

  • Serve for an initial year on the committee and, if a co-chair chooses to continue to serve, serve for a staggered term to allow seamless transfer of event and institutional knowledge. 

    • In subsequent years, serve a two-year term with a maximum of three consecutive terms 

  • Requires a time commitment of four to six hours per month, on average.     

  • Attend ACA nationwide professional development chairs’ meetings (in person at National Conference or send a representative, and any planned virtual meetings) each year. 

 

  

Our Mission  

Empowering camps to create quality experiences.  

Our Vision  

Building a world of belonging and growth.   

Our Organizational Values  

We nurture community — ACA cultivates and connects a supportive community where all are welcomed and can thrive. Our community flourishes by practicing transparency, celebrating achievements, and providing collaborative support during challenges.  

We empower — ACA builds informed teams that use their experience and their voice to support the sustainability of camp.  We identify opportunities to collaborate with allied organizations, government entities, and funders to recognize and prioritize the unique needs and values of camp.  

We are inclusive — ACA demonstrates and develops intentionally welcoming, kind, and safe environments within the camp community. We learn from our various experiences, we are curious about our differences, and we engage in sometimes challenging discussions. The root of our focus is to ensure every child and adult has equitable access and opportunities to attend a camp that fully embraces who they are as individuals.  

We foster well-being — ACA strives to create and sustain environments that promote overall well-being and safety — physically, emotionally, and psychologically.  It is through constant learning that we can increase opportunities for camps to provide safer experiences.  

We continuously improve — ACA identifies leading practices that embrace program and team quality through continuous improvement. We champion a culture of learning, both individually and collectively, reflecting the importance of our industry, our impact, and our ability to lead an industry through growth and belonging.    

 

Qualifications:

ACA Great Rivers
ACA Illinois
ACA Indiana
ACA Michigan
ACA Northland
ACA Ohio
ACA St Louis
ACA Wisconsin

Volunteers Needed:

2 (2 open slots)

Experience Required:

4 - 6 Years Industry Experience

Points:

480

Contact:

Tamara Korth


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