Overview
Secretary Board of Directors (Volunteer) Jobs in Clinton Township at Elms Family and Community Services
Elms Family and Community Services (EFCS) is recruiting for its Board of Directors Secretary for the 2026-2028 Board Term. This is a volunteer (unpaid) role that serves as a member of the organization’s Board.
EFCS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, located in Macomb County, Michigan. We service youth, families and adults across Macomb/Wayne counties and the surrounding Detroit Metro Area. The organization aims continuously to provide services, resources and support that will enable under-represented families, individuals and youth to overcome social, economic, and educational barriers. We do this through our support services, programs and community projects.
Summary of Role: The Board of Director Secretary provides administrative support to the organization’s Board.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Types and maintains minutes of board meetings
- Responsible for providing notice to each director as required by law, the articles of incorporation, or the organization’s bylaws
- Custodian of corporate records
- Maintains record of the names and addresses of each officer and director
- Performs all duties incident to the office and other duties assigned by the President
- Attends all board meetings
- Maintains all board records and ensure their accuracy and safety
- Provides notice of meetings of the board and/or of a committee when such notice is required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in using MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
- Always exemplify professionalism and a positive image
- Must be punctual and/or timely in completing assigned tasks
- Exercises a high level of discretion when dealing with highly confidential information-Ability to lead, guide and direct others
- Capacity to take on additional tasks, serve and lead committees, participate in fundraising, actively participate in deliberations and providing wisdom to the board meeting discussions
- Ability to assess budgets and read financial statements with a critical eye
- Understands legal duties, including non-compliant actions, omissions and industry issues-Understands the importance of the organization’s social mission and viability; Understands cultural differences (i.e. values, behaviors, beliefs and basic assumptions)
- Understands what governance is all about-Is knowledgeable, aware and accepts other cultures
- Ability to provide diverse points of view to board deliberations
Education/Experience
Minimum of an Associate Degree in Business Administration or similar coursework or combined education and experience. A minimum of 1 year’s experience serving in a leadership or board capacity.
Preferred experience working in human services, a nonprofit organization or similar settings.
Time Commitment
The successful candidate must attend all Board meetings, every 2nd Monday monthly and be available for approximately 5-10 hours monthly.
Position Term: 3-Year term
Please visit our website at elmsfamilyandcommunityservices.org, to learn more about us.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $0.01 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 1 year of experience working with a Board of Directors and/or Executive leadership?
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Business: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Clinton Township, MI 48038
Title: Secretary Board of Directors (Volunteer)
Company: Elms Family and Community Services
Location: Clinton Township
