Volunteer Opportunity Details

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Service Summary

The Communications Chair conveys internal and external messages to members of the local office. They draft and publish materials in coordination with Local Council of Leaders (LCOL) and American Camp Association (ACA) staff.

Knowledge and Experience

• Ability to connect and engage local volunteers.
• Knowledge of the regional “picture” of camp and basic understanding of camp culture(s) within the designated region.
• Confident communicator.
• Good writing, editing, proofreading, and layout and design skills.
• Project management and time management skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media.
• Self-motivated with a positive and professional approach to management.

Participation Includes

• Drafting and/or posting communications on ACA Connect.
• Preparing communications for monthly local office newsletter.
• Posting events on the local office Facebook page.
• Creating ad hoc committees, subgroups, and task forces as needed.
• Giving guidance, stimulation, and support to all LCOL members and committees.
• Attending LCOL meetings.

Essential Responsibilities

• Attend committee meetings/calls as needed — ex: Professional development meetings before an event
• Communicate newsletter/email blast needs to ACA, Inc. staff
• Moderate the local office Facebook group and ACA Connect
• Marketing of events & trainings — ex: phone calls, emailing, social media blasts
• Help in recruitment of new volunteers, committee members, and LCOL members
• Communicate with other LCOL members, offer feedback and ideas, give input, etc.
• Attend trainings, meetings, and calls determined by ACA, Inc.
• Form a committee or workgroup as needed
• Develop and execute marketing and communications strategy

Time Commitment

The communications chair commits to:

• Serve at least a two-year term.
• Coordinate and attend LCOL 1 in-person and 3 Virtual Local Council of Leaders meetings.  
• Communicating with ACA staff and other volunteers in a timely and professional manner.