Board Member

We’re building a bigger table! We're seeking Board of Director Members

The Board of Directors is a group of volunteers who steer the organization towards a sustainable future by adopting sound, ethical, and legal governance and financial management policies, as well as by making sure the nonprofit has adequate resources to advance its mission. Board Members are responsible for general governance, fiscal oversight, external advocacy, fundraising, championing diversity and inclusion, and stewarding the mission through outreach and education. 
 

ABOUT PHILADELPHIA SCENIC WORKS (PSW)
PSW is the nation's only independent, non-profit (501c3) scene shop. We work with arts organizations all over the Greater Philadelphia area to build projects that advance their missions. At the same time, we are investing in building a healthy, sustainable workforce, and innovative resource sharing.
www.philadelphiascenicworks.org 
 

EXPECTATIONS OF BOARD MEMBERS

• Serve a 3-year term, no term limits
• Serve as an advocate for the organization, including sharing messaging, such as to market services, solicit donations, and promote educational opportunities,  etc.
• Make an annual contribution that is personally meaningful. (Something as low as $10/month - or lower - is acceptable. “No minimums, no judgment.” )
• Attend a majority of Board meetings through the course of the year. (Generally speaking at least 4 out of 6 bi-monthly meetings.)
• Participate in at least one Board committee: Finance, Human Resources, Nomination & Governance (Meeting schedule varies by committee)
• Participate in ad hoc committees (Strategic planning, fundraising), if interested.
• Provide counsel, guidance, and work to move the organization’s mission forward.
• Review and approve the annual budget, quarterly financials, major expenditures, Form 990, and audits to provide accountability, oversight, and guidance.
   

All interested parties are welcomed, but the following expertise are especially needed:

• Fundraising/Development
• Finance/Nonprofit Accounting
• Event Production

PROCESS:

• PSW’s Nominating & Governance Committee will review incoming inquiries and reach out to parties they feel may best meet the needs of the organization.
• Candidates will meet with members of PSW’s Board & Staff to learn about each other and to gauge mutual interest.
• The Nominating & Governance Committee will make recommendations to the Board of Directors at their bi-monthly board meetings.
• The Board of Directors will vote on whether to elect recommended candidates.
• Elected candidates who accept the offer to join the board will attend an orientation session prior to their first board meeting as a member.