board of directors (BOARD MEMBER) - POSTED 1/13/12

Denver Asset Building Coalition (DABC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that offers free tax preparation services in metro Denver, provides tax-related education programs and helps clients statewide resolve significant issues with the IRS through a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC). DABC currently operates with a volunteer working board of directors consisting of up to 20 individuals. We have two paid full-time employees and manage an enthusiastic group of over 100 volunteers.

We are currently seeking persons who are interested in taking a leadership role in this young organization. 

DABC Mission Statement

To provide free tax preparation, financial education, and financial services through accessible sites in Denver to help the underserved build for the future and become economically stable.

Board Member Position Background

The Board of Directors is, as a group, responsible for the overall health and success of the organization. The Board meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the King Trimble Center (2980 Curtis St, 80205) at 5:30pm and sets the direction, goals, and obligations of the organization. Specific board member duties include:

• Advocate for the DABC and its mission

• Regular attendance of board meetings

• Participation in discussions and decision making

• Participation in a board committee (see below)

• Creation and implementation of projects to further the mission of the organization

• Fundraising, including an annual contribution to the organization

• Recruitment of volunteers

• Training of volunteers as appropriate

• Participation in DABC activities

In general, board members are both organizational goal setters and managers of projects. They work with the board as a group to set the direction of the project, develop the project as a committee, and then implement the program through volunteers, or paid employees when funding has been obtained.

Board of Directors Organization

The Board of Directors has a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer with specific board related duties. With the support of 2 staff people, DABC depends on volunteers to execute our programs and perform our services. The Executive Director represents the organization daily and works on projects directed by the Board of Directors. The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for recruiting and retaining volunteers for the organization.

Board Members are required to commit to a two year term ending in October.

The Board is separated into several Committees which may meet as needed.

The Board conducts much of its business and planning via electronic communication outside of board meetings. Currently this includes email discussions, email votes, a wikispace where reference documents are stored, and a web based volunteer management tool. We are currently working to expand our use of electronic resources to facilitate our goals. Applicants should be comfortable using these web based tools, and have time to work on projects outside of board meetings.

Board Member Ideal Qualifications

Strong candidates for a board member will have some or all of the following qualifications:

• Passion for helping low-income persons become financially self-reliant

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Tax, or related work experience

• Management and planning experience

• Familiarity with and access to computers and the Internet

• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and comfort using web based tools and email

• Strong communications skills, both written and oral

• Strong work ethic and good organizational skills

• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to be flexible, responsive and firm

• Commitment to the mission of DABC

To apply, send a cover letter and resume via email with "Board Member" in the subject line. Questions may be directed to this email as well. The DABC Board President will contact interested persons. Depending on qualifications of the candidate, formal interviews may be conducted.

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