Position: Secretary
About MN RIMS
The Minnesota Chapter of the Risk and Insurance Management Society (RIMS) was founded in 1937 and has grown to one of the nation's largest RIMS chapters with approximately 200 deputy members. The chapter offers 6-8 events each year, which include networking opportunities, guest speakers addressing important topics in the risk management industry, and round table discussions on pertinent issues.
Along with the educational and networking support provided to our membership, the chapter is committed to providing students with educational opportunities through seminars and workshops (offered to full-time students at no cost), speakers, internships, and scholarships.
MN RIMS Mission
Advance the risk management profession through networking, communications, education, and professional development.
Objective
Board of Directors: Advance the risk management profession by providing input and direction on proposed MN RIMS initiatives, sessions, and events.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all official actions of MN RIMS are recorded (typically done by hired administrator).
- Ensure Annual and Board meetings are scheduled and notices of such are issued.
- Update and maintain chapter bylaws.
- Ensure a register of membership is maintained.
- Directors’ responsibilities:
- Attend Board meetings, which are typically 60-90 minutes and held once a month.
- Provide input on proposed MN RIMS initiatives, sessions, and events.
- Promote, attend, and assist at MN RIMS programming sessions, Annual Meeting, and other events when possible.
- Perform other duties as agreed to with the Board.
Terms/Participation
The Secretary shall serve one two-year (2) term. The time commitment for this position, above other Director responsibilities, is typically 1 hour per month depending on activities/projects.
Qualifications
The Secretary shall be a “Professional Member” of an Organizational Member of MN RIMS and also a Director on the Board.
Benefits
Gain experience in building and working with committees, improve leadership and meeting management skills, expand professional network, and gain experience coordinating administration of an organization.