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SCCPA Nominations & Elections

SCCPA Nominations and Elections for 2024

Join SCCPA Leadership in 2024! You can be actively involved in the current and future direction of our organization and student affairs across the state of SC. If you enjoy bringing student affairs professionals together to gain knowledge and grow professionally from each other, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Nominations for 2024 elected board positions are now being accepted!
Review the position information below for Elected Positions, and submit your interest via the form.

CANDIDATES FOR ELECTED POSITIONS:

Each elected officer shall be a current member in good standing of SCCPA in order to run for office. Nominees for President-Elect must have held an elected or appointed position on the SCCPA executive board within three years of being nominated, or held an elected or appointed position for ACPA, or held an elected position within a recognized student affairs organization.

President-Elect (2-year commitment, 2024-2026)

The President-Elect is an elected position within the South Carolina College Personnel Association (SCCPA) board and currently serves as part of the Presidential Trio. The main goal for this position is to provide support and oversight to SCCPA’s professional development initiatives and support the President in advancing their organizational goals. This position begins a two-year President cycle: Year 1 – President Elect and Year 2 – President.

The primary duties and responsibilities for this position include:

  • Act as President at all Association or Executive Board meetings in the absence of the President
  • Appoint and provide oversight to the Chairs of the Conferences/Institutes to organize and implement a conference(s) and other meetings sponsored by SCCPA
    • These include: Fall Drive-In Conference, Spring Drive-In Conference, Equity and Inclusion Institute, Professional Development opportunities
    • Appoint Fall-Conference Chair in January Election cycle (annually)
    • Appoint Diversity and Inclusion Chair in January election cycle (annually)
    • Appoint Spring Drive-In Chair in the summer following previous drive-in conference
    • Appoint Professional Development Chair in January election (annually)
  • Conduct regularly meetings with each appointed Chair to discuss updates and needs of that particular position
  • Establish strategic partnerships with institutions across the state to build membership and support a broader constituency
  • Develop and implement strategic goals and priorities within the organization over the course of the three-year term
  • Temporarily serve in the capacity of conference chair in the event of a vacancy to a particular position
  • Help advanced diversity, equity, and inclusion goals within the organization in collaboration with the Diversity and Inclusion Chair

Qualifications

  • Currently a full-time professional, or full-time at the time of appointment, at a college or university in South Carolina
  • Membership in SCCPA (currently or by the time of appointment)
  • Proficient written and oral communication skills
  • Knowledge and experience working with minoritized populations
  • Experience with small and large scale programming/initiatives
  • Visionary to help advance SCCPA’s strategic plan and goals

Director of Administrative Operations (2-year commitment, 2024-2026)

The Director of Administrative Operations is an elected position within the South Carolina College Personnel Association (SCCPA) board and currently reports to the President of the organization. The main goal for this position is to maintain the documents and financial records of the current activities of SCCPA and its Executive Board as well as serve as a liaison with the ACPA International Office to facilitate the payment and reimbursement processes and maintain the SCCPA annual budget. This position has a term of 2 years.

The primary duties and responsibilities for this position include:

  • Schedule monthly board calls, compile monthly board reports, take down and distribute monthly board call minutes
  • Assist with maintaining and organization of SCCPA Google Drive files
  • Assist with development and updating of a comprehensive guide of SCCPA policies and procedures, particularly related to SCCPA financial practices
  • Maintain financial records and annual budget for SCCPA
  • Collaborate with ACPA International Office on payment and reimbursement processes
  • Support other initiatives, projects, and/or events facilitated by SCCPA

Qualifications

  • Currently a graduate student or full-time professional at a college or university in South Carolina
  • Active membership within SCCPA
  • Knowledge of and experience working with Google Drive programs and electronic meeting platforms

Director of Diversity & Inclusion (2-year commitment, 2024-2026)

The Director of Diversity & Inclusion an appointed position within the South Carolina College Personnel Association (SCCPA) board and currently reports to the President-Elect of the organization. The main goal for this position is to provide support and guidance to the SCCPA board through educational programs and initiatives, and strategic partnerships with constituents across the state. The person in this role advises the board of SCCPA on matters related to historically minoritized populations in higher education, to ensure the organization is meeting the needs of a diverse membership pool. 

The primary duties and responsibilities for this position include:

  • Serve as a guide or advisor to the SCCPA board on issues pertaining to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization
  • Plan, implement, and evaluate an annual Equity and Inclusion Institute to be hosted in early spring (January or February) on a rotating location basis
  • Collaborate with the Professional Development Chair to offer inclusive initiatives, webinars, and events to higher education professionals
  • Diversify SCCPA’s membership by engaging with historically minoritized groups at South Carolina colleges and universities, particularly through relationships in each major region (Upstate, Midlands, and Low Country)
  • Establish a relationship with institutions that are currently underrepresented within SCCPA including smaller private schools, two year schools, professional schools, and HBCU’s
  • Work in collaboration with the board to develop strategic goals and objectives related to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization
  • Fundraise and manage a small budget for diversity related initiatives, particularly the Equity and Inclusion Institute
  • Support other initiatives, projects, and/or events facilitated by SCCPA

Qualifications

  • Currently a graduate student or full-time professional at a college or university in South Carolina
  • Membership within SCCPA (currently or by the time of appointment)
  • Knowledge of and experience working with minoritized groups (race, gender, sexuality, disability, class, age, religion/worldview, etc.)
  • Experience planning and assessing small and larger scale programs
  • Equity mindset to address and mitigate issues of inequity and bias

Awards & Recognition Chair

The Awards and Recognition Chair is an appointed position that reports to the President. The chair position is responsible for the following:

  • Leading and coordinating the annual nominations and elections process for the SCCPA executive board
  • Leading and coordinating the annual spring SCCPA awards process, including nominations, selection committee, physical plaques/certificates, and presentation at SCCPA fall drive-in
  • Serving on Hall of Fame committee to co-lead and co-coordinate the nominations and selection process for annual SCCPA HOF induction, secure physical plaques/certificates, and assist conference planning committee with the presentation ceremony
  • Coordinating with executive board to submit Overall Chapter Awards (usually due by early November)

Interested individuals should submit their interest here via the form linked:

Interest Form