Open Positions 

Elected State Board

Chair Elect 

The Chair Elect shall perform the duties of the Network Chair in the event of absence or disability and shall assist the Chair in such duties as the Chair shall assign. The Chair Elect ensures officers carry out responsibilities, operational tasks, and deadlines for the following Standing Committees: (1) Marketing and Communications, (2) Education, and (3) Bylaws.

Vice Chair of Membership

The Vice Chair of Membership shall perform the duties of the Network Chair in the absence of the Chair and Chair Elect. The Vice Chair of Membership coordinates the work of the membership activities of the organization and works with the Chapters’ membership representatives to ensure members are in good standing required for voting. The Vice Chair ensures members meet the qualifications required to seek office at the State Board level and provides the data to the Immediate Past Chair who leads the Credentials and Nomination Committee. The Vice Chairs works closely with the Treasurer to ensure Chapter all financial reports include membership financial reports reconcile with that submitted to the State.

Vice Chair of Development 

The Vice Chair of Development shall perform the duties required to assist in fundraising for the organization including sponsorships for the State Annual Meeting and Conference. The Vice Chair of Development coordinates activities with the Executive officers and the Executive Director to ensure sustainability of the organization. The officer will chair the Strategic Development Goals Committee.

Treasurer

The Treasurer shall be responsible for the receipt and custody of all monies of the Network and disbursement thereof. At a minimum a compilation and tax return filings will be performed by a third party qualified Certified Public Accountant with guidance from the Treasurer and Executive Director. The Treasurer shall oversee the financial reporting and disclosure, as well as oversee the work of the external CPA. The Treasurer will ensure that Chapters comply with the fiscal reports to auditors and the IRS. 

Education Chair

The Vice Chair of Education is responsible for supporting Chapters with the Education Series Program (Latinas in Progress) and seeking and establishing education activities including any state scholarship programs. The Vice Chair of Education co-chairs the Education Committee and co-chaired with the Chair Elect to ensure implementation of the educational efforts. The Committee ensures required reports are acquired and maintained for funding sources.

Vice Chair of Marketing  

The Vice Chair of Marketing shall perform the duties required to publicize and communicate the activities of the state organization and the State Annual Meeting and Conference. The officer seeks to link Chapter announcements and accomplishments to the Network’s website and the quarterly Vision newsletter. The officer chairs the Marketing and Communication Committee and serves as the webmaster responsible for the Network’s website. The Vice Chair of Marketing chairs the Marketing and Communication Standing Committee with the Chair Elect.

Secretary

The Secretary shall record and report all meetings and distribute minutes of the Executive Committee, State Board of Directors, and the Annual meeting no later than thirty (30) days after the meetings are held. The Secretary provides records and reports to members of the Board and Executive Director as needed and to the Historian for archival efforts.

Open Positions 

Chair Appointed State Board

Parliamentarian

The Parliamentarian is a position appointed by the Network Chair, serves the officers and the members on matters pertaining to the interpretation of the Bylaws and Board.  Interprets bylaws & parliamentary procedures.The Parliamentarian co-chairs the Bylaws Committee with the Chair. 

Historian

The Historian shall be the custodian of all records including historical records of the Network and maintained at the Nettie Benson Latin American Collection of the University of Texas at Austin. The Historian is a non-executive position appointed by the Network Chair and is a non-voting member. The Historian works closely with the Secretary and Executive Director to acquire the records including an annual outreach to Chapters for significant documents.

Advisory Chair

The Advisory Chair is a position appointed by the State Board Chair, serves the officers and the members on matters pertaining to the interpretation of the Bylaws and Board.  Interprets bylaws & parliamentary procedures.The Parliamentarian co-chairs the Bylaws Committee with the Chair. 

Open Positions-Chair Appointed Committee Chairs

Additionally, there are several appointed positions that have been created to amplify the talent leading our organizations. The following will be appointed by the Chair once all interested parties are reviewed and the Chair is elected. These positions do not require previous Board service.

Appointed Committee Chair Positions Available

CONFERENCE CHAIR

Work closely with the State Chair to manage a committee and oversee all aspects of planning and implementation of the annual conference.  This position will work closely with the Technology Chair, State Marketing Chair, assigned Marketing Assistant and each committee chair starting in 2022 through the end of the conference.

ESTRELLA AWARDS CHAIR 

Works closely with the State Chair and Chapter Chairs to select honorees and manage a committee and oversee all aspects of planning and implementation of the Estrella Awards.  This position will coordinating taping, script and preparation for this virtual or in-person event.  It will involve working closely with State Marketing Chair as well as the assigned Marketing Assistant.

PLÁTICAS PODEROSAS CHAIR

Works closely with the State Chair and Chapter Hosts to oversee all aspects of planning and implementation of the Pláticas Poderosas series.  This position works closely to State Marketing Chair and identified Marketing Assistant to ensure all communication is appropriately handled for this event throughout the year.

HWNT CARES CHAIR

Oversee and manage a committee to identify and recognize member's accomplishments, express our condolences and support members during difficult times.  This position will work closely with State Marketing Chair to recognize member accomplishments and State Chair to support membership during difficult times.

ADVOCACY CHAIR 

Oversees our process and all aspects of managing HWNT's advocacy role statewide.  This position will oversee statewide issues initiatives as well as work with stakeholders and members to advocate at local and state levels.

GRANTS CHAIR

This position will work to identify and apply for grant opportunities at the state level that will support the mission of the organization.  This position will work closely with the Vice Chair of Development, Immediate Past Chair and Chair to research grants based on the strategic plan including the Latinas in Progress, Leadership and Technology.

STRATEGIC PLANNING CHAIR

This position will work with the Board of Directors to review and update the existing Strategic Plan based on the current and future needs of the organization. The review will identify key strategic goals and actions that we should focus on.  This position will work closely with the Chair and Chair-Elect.

TECHNOLOGY CHAIR

This position will work closely with the Vice Chair of Marketing.  The position is responsible for ensuring all information on the organization website is maintained updated.  Additionally, this position will work with the chapters to ensure all board members are issued an organizational email at the beginning of each term.  This position will work closely with vendor selected to update the system for the Latinas in Progress Program data tracking system and upgrading the technology of the organization.

Appointed Assistant Positions Available

MEMBERSHIP ASSISTANT

Works closely with the Membership Vice Chair and Membership Treasurer to help perform duties required to oversee and manage our membership statewide.  This position will help chapters as needed with membership questions.

MARKETING ASSISTANT (4)

Works closely with the Vice Chair of Marketing to help perform duties required to oversee and manage all communications for messaging and branding statewide.  Four (4) Marketing Assistants are needed to help with social media, newsletter, conference, and Pláticas.