1. Formulate job descriptions.
2. Review and revise job descriptions on an annual basis.
3. Distribute revised job descriptions to all incoming Officers and Chairs, immediately following the general meeting in April.
4. Provide the incoming Nominating Chair with updated copies of all job descriptions.
5. During February of each year, shall present to the Board of Directors a list of members who are qualified to serve on the new Nominating Committee

Preserve the historical papers of the Austin Woman’s Club

Keep a record of deaths of members and memorials and send letters

of sympathy to Club members

1. Shall be responsible for the preservation/maintenance of Club facilities (Chateau Bellevue and the Carriage House).

2. Shall work with the Club Manager to assure that all repairs are done in a timely fashion and in a professional manner.

Shall have prior knowledge of Robert’s Rules latest edition as well as Club procedures. Ability to work as a team and previous board service are helpful.

Shall have a thorough knowledge of the AWC Bylaws and Standing Rules.

Shall be responsible for  implementing all additions and changes to the Bylaws.

Receive and record luncheon attendance and payments

1. Plan and present social functions and entertainment for the Club.
2. Submit budgets to the Finance Chair.
3. Report to and work with the Finance Chair.

Communications Chair Job Description

1) Maintain and update all AWC websites, including, but not limited to:

• Updating the online directory
• Writing short bios for new members
• Uploading photos from past events
• Uploading upcoming event information
• Working with the office manager with online reservations and donations that are collected through the website
• Keeping the online calendar up to date with upcoming events
• And basically, anything else that is AWC related that needs updating of added to the website

2) Design and publish the weekly Mailchimp eblasts, designing menus, collecting other important tidbits of information from the board that need to be announced

3) Design and publish any additional eblasts regarding announcements - a death, volunteer call, dues reminders, etc.

4) Design and publish the Monthly "Get to Know the Chateau" – the monthly publication that goes out to members and the general public 

5) Design and publish our bi-monthly newsletter that contains all events and announcements for upcoming events for next two months which involves working with the Programs Chair and committee to get timely information on the weekly speakers and upcoming events for AWC

6) Design and distribute all event invitations and publicity via eblasts, including creating Zeffy forms to AWC events

7) Upload public events to various Austin online calendars

8) Design and create graphics for various AWC needs and events.

9) Post events on social media as necessary

10) Work with Grants/Development to assist with events and compliance.

1. Conduct correspondence of the Club as directed by the Board of Directors.
2. Have custody of all correspondence not otherwise designated.
3. Report to and work with the Recording Secretary.

Sends get well wishes to Club members

1. Will consist of Board and non-Board members.

2. Has primary responsibility for raising non-grant funds to support the organization's mission.

Act as a guide for tours of the Chateau

1. Prior to formation of the budget proposal, shall request from Chairs of all committees funded therein an estimate of their anticipated needs for the ensuing fiscal year.
2. Present a proposed budget for the next year to the Board of Directors and membership at the April general meeting, at the June annual meeting, and in September, if necessary.
3. Shall meet quarterly, or as needed, for review and budget preparation.

1. Responsible for the décor and furnishings of the Club.
2. In planning a change of décor or approving acceptance of furnishings the Committee must consult with an approved Interior Designer familiar with Victorian decor.
3. Donations of fine arts and furnishings must be approved by the Fine Arts and Furnishings Committee and then submitted to the Board of Directors.
4. Work with House and Building Committees to protect furnishings and maintain functionality of the building.
5. Report to the Chair of the House or Building Committees or may report directly to the Board of Directors.

1. Plan Fall and Spring fundraisers and other fundraising events with Board approval.
2. Report to and work with the Finance Chair.

1. Responsible for building relationships with potential grantors and applying for grants.
2. Chair serves on the Finance Committee.
3. Work with all committees, especially the President, and Building, Finance, and Strategic and Long Range Planning Committees.

1. Responsible for upkeep of the grounds, planning, execution, and maintenance of the gardens and lawn, and supervision of the landscaping crew.
2. Report to and work with the Building Chair.

1. Shall be responsible for the operations of the Club, which shall include operation of food services, supervision of the Club Manager, and maintenance of and adherence to building cleanliness and safety standards.

1. Chair shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary bonds as determined by the Board of Directors.
2. Chair serves on the Finance Committee.

1. Consider proposals for membership and present those approved to the Board of Directors for approval.
2. Provide to the Membership Treasurer semi-monthly reports, which include names of new, resigned, and deceased members.

Report to and work with the Treasurer.

Keep members’ name tags current, in order and available at meetings

Acquaint new members with the Club’s general rules and opportunities for involvement

Works with the Program Chair and Communications Chair to compile and publish digital bimonthly newsletter.

1. Will consist of five (5) members, including no more than two (2) Board members, and with the outgoing Chair as the fifth member.
2. Be well acquainted with the Club membership and have been active participants in Club affairs during the preceding five (5) years.
3. Prepare and submit to the Club the nominees for Officers, Chairs of all Standing Committees, and Chairs of all Sub-Committees, including Program Sub-Committee Chairs, as designated in Art.VII.4.L.1.
4. Shall perform duties pertaining to the committee as outlined in the Standing Rules and job description.

1) The subject matter for programs shall be:

• 1st Thursday-Literature
• 2nd Thursday-Art
• 3rd Thursday-Music & Performing Arts
• 4th Thursday-Travel and Lecture
• 5th Thursday-Special Studies

2) If a Program Sub-Committee desires to schedule a program on a date that is not during her assigned week, she must have prior approval of the Program Coordinating Committee Chair.

3) The Club shall not pay speaker or entertainer fees for regular programs. For special functions, required fees shall be covered by the event charge and shall have prior Board approval.

4)The Speaker receives a complimentary meal.

Keep updated list of other clubs with which we have courtesy privileges

1. Act as intermediary between AWC and the Community Advisory Board (“CAB”) regarding talents
2. and expertise that the CAB may provide.
3. Chair shall serve on the Finance Committee.

1. Work with the Austin Community Foundation to find qualified recipients for the Emilie Wheelock Howson Scholarship and the Helen Mohrmann Scholarship.
2. Report to and work with the Finance Chair.

1. Serve as Treasurer following her term as Treasurer Elect. If the Treasurer is elected to serve a second year, the Treasurer Elect may be elected to serve a second consecutive year, or may end her service at one (1) year.
2. Report to and work with the Treasurer.

1. Prepare and distribute the annual Yearbook to members.
2. Report to the Communication Chair.