Important Information

The Board Application Frequently Asked Questions document has answers about serving on the Board of DRNC.

Travel expenses are covered in the Travel Expense Policy.

Questions about conflicts of interest? Read the Conflict of Interest Policy and Procedures.

You should also read the Board Nomination Policies and the Board Training Policy.

You may use this application to apply for Board membership (updated July, 2008).

DRNC's Bylaws are provided as a reference.

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Requirements for DRNC Board members

The Board of DRNC will have openings for new members in December 2008. We are making every effort to ensure that appointments reflect the socioeconomic, ethnic, geographic and disability diversity of our State. All Board members must be citizens and residents of the State of North Carolina. At least nine members of the total of seventeen must have a disability or have a family member who has a disability. Selection of Board members will be based on a person's knowledge of and demonstrated commitment to ensuring the human and legal rights of people with disabilities.

Disability Rights North Carolina (DRNC) Board Member Job Description:

DRNC Board members are elected for a three-year term. They are expected to attend quarterly Board meetings and be a member of at least one committee which will meet by telephone conference call between Board meetings. Meetings are held in different parts of the state.

Travel arrangements are the responsibility of the Board member, but travel reimbursement may be available for expenses incurred. There are 17 members of the Board of Directors, who represent various diverse groups as defined by the Bylaws.

Basic Requirements - All Board members will possess:

  1. A sincere awareness of and interest in protecting the rights of people with disabilities.
  2. A concern with promoting DRNC's role in the state.
  3. Skills/interest in areas such as fund raising, management, law, public relations, etc.
  4. Ability and willingness to listen with an open mind.

General responsibilities - All Board members will:

  1. Attend and participate in Board and committee meetings.
  2. Make a firm commitment to achieve the Board's goals and objectives.
  3. Help the Board reach group decisions.
  4. Maintain awareness of changing needs in community
  5. Support and participate in fund raising activities.
  6. Participate in annual self assessment regarding contribution to the Board.
  7. Engage in creative strategic planning with other Board members and staff.
  8. Assume responsibility for the disposition of DRNC resources in a manner that is both legal and in the best interests of DRNC and the people it serves.

Specific Responsibilities - All Board members are required to:

  1. Commit to one full day Board meeting each quarter.
  2. Commit to an average of 2 to 3 hours each month for committee meetings and associated functions.
  3. Possess and use specific skills and contacts for the betterment of DRNC (fund raising, community service, contact, etc.)
  4. Alert staff or committee chair when unable to attend meetings.
  5. Participate in orientation prior to assuming role as Board member.

Role of the Board of Directors

  1. Develops and maintains annual DRNC short and long range goals and objectives
  2. Maintains authority and responsibility for policies, procedures and programs.
  3. Ensures continued financial stability of the organization.
  4. Encourages appropriate non-board individuals to serve on task/adhoc committees
  5. Promotes a positive and productive work environment for the staff
  6. Develops and oversees personnel policies.
  7. Conducts annual evaluation of Executive Director.