LWV Nevada County Membership Chair Position is Open!

LWV Nevada County Membership Chair Position is Open!

Title of Position: Membership Committee Chair

Term: June 2026 – June 2027

Why This Role Matters  

LWV Nevada County is a 100% volunteer-driven organization. Our members are our strength – and when membership thrives, so does our League and our community. 

The Membership Director plays a vital role in nurturing that strength. This position leads efforts to encourage new members from the community, welcome new members, support and retain current members, maintain our online roster, and help the LWV Nevada County Board understand what members value most about the League. These insights directly inform the League’s planning and strategic directions.

If you enjoy connecting with people and strengthening our community, this role makes a real visible impact. 

What The Membership Chair Does 

  • Encourage and welcome new members to the League through communications and events
  • Cultivate and maintain a relationship with current members
  • Monitor the online membership platform provided to us by the National League and provide roster updates to the LWVNC Board 
  • Help identify what it is about the League that members value and share those insights with the LWV Nevada County Board.
  • Collaborate with the LWV Nevada County Nominating Committee to identify future leaders and with the Volunteer Coordinator to match members with opportunities that fit their interests
  • Option to partner with the Volunteer Development Committee to recruit members to be a part of the Membership Committee who would assist in these activities.

Why Volunteers Love This Role

  • One of the best positions to build and cultivate relationships.
  • Opportunity to deepen connections and build strength in the community. 
  • Develop and/or strengthen skills in leadership, communication, and collaboration.
  • Serve on the LWV Nevada County Board of Directors, helping shape League priorities and activities.
  • Flexibility to make the role your own – creativity is encouraged!

Time Commitment

  • Attend monthly Board meetings (approximately 2 hours each), with a commitment to participate in at least 8 out of 10 meetings annually. The Board observes a recess in July and December.
  • Your involvement in activities to engage with members largely depends on your discretion and the engagement level of Committee members. These activities could include:
    • Annual check-ins with members
    • Extending well wishes and congratulations to members when appropriate
    • Coordinating member reminders for annual meetings and elections
    • Planning member recognition efforts

Opportunities for your contribution are wide-ranging and can reflect your creative ideas and vision as the Membership Director!

We are looking forward to your unique contributions and insights!

Skills & Qualities needed

  • Google Drive and spreadsheet knowledge or willingness to learn
  • Willingness to learn new membership dues processing app
  • Approachable, friendly, and engaging demeanor
  • Comfortable communicating with a wide range of people
  • Interest in relationship-building and community engagement

Location 

All activities are local.

Events Past & Present

You can get a feel for the types of events we have had in the past and are planning on our website, particularly on these pages:

https://my.lwv.org/california/nevada-county/browse-voter-newsletters-going-back-2017

https://my.lwv.org/california/nevada-county/recent-past-election

https://my.lwv.org/california/nevada-county/elections/upcoming-elections

Support & Mentorship

You won’t be doing this alone! Several Board members are available to mentor, answer questions, and help ensure a smooth transition to the role. 

Staff Name and Contact 

If you’re interested, please email Lynn Forbes or Jan Bedyn, president [at] lwvnevadacounty.org