Join our Board of Directors for the June 2024 Term

The Seattle Metals Guild is seeking dedicated community leaders to join our Board of Directors for the June 2024 - June 2026 term! Are you passionate about the advancement of the field of metalsmithing, lifelong learning, and community-based enrichment? Would you like to roll up your sleeves and work with a group of committed community leaders to drive more equitable arts opportunities in our city?

The Board of Directors supports the work of the Seattle Metals Guild and provides mission-based strategic governance. Board support is essential to achieving the Guild's mission and maintaining the organization’s financial and administrative health. Board positions have a term of two years, with an option to renew.

We hope you’ll apply for a role on our Board today!

Applications are open now and due by end of day Wednesday, May 15th.
A member of our board will follow up with all applicants by early-June.

Opportunities

We are in search of volunteers to help with a broad range of tasks on behalf of our membership. We are currently seeking Chairpersons for our Membership, Communications, Lecture Series, and Grants Committees, with additional opportunities to assist with Exhibitions and other Events. Those with experience or interest in graphic design, writing, event and exhibition planning, and grants administration are especially needed.

Benefits

Board Members have the opportunity to steer the success and future of the organization while engaging with a community of experienced members of the field. You'll have the opportunity to meet, share knowledge with, and inspire others within the organization. Members of the Executive committee (President, VP, Treasurer, Secretary) additionally enjoy free membership to the Guild.

Time commitments

Board Member contributions range from 3-20 hours per month and can vary over the course of the year, throughout their two-year term. Candidates for selection in 2024 should consider personal priorities for the next two years (June 2024 - June 2026.)

Realistically, Board Member contributions range from 3-20 hours per month and can vary over the course of the year. Some members are able to contribute more than others - we understand everyone is busy! Here are the ways in which we'd hope to see members contribute.

• Board meetings
  The guild holds monthly online meetings on the second Monday evening of each month. Attendance is required of Board Members, with exceptions made as needed.

• Committee meetings
  Participation on at least one Board Committee is required of all Board Members
  Annual retreat
  Board Members are required to attend an in-person annual board retreat, held in the Seattle area in late summer.

• Annual members' meeting
  Board Members are required to attend an in-person annual members meeting, held in Western Washington in early summer.

• Other events
  Volunteering at or otherwise attending our annual Symposium and other events is strongly encouraged

Note that unlike most boards, members will not be solicited for cash or in-kind donations beyond the requirement to join our guild as a paying member. Membership fees are currently $20/year for students and $55/year for Individuals. 

As the highest leadership body of the organization and to satisfy its fiduciary duties, the board is responsible for

• determining the mission of the organization and understanding its collective purpose

• selecting, supporting, and evaluating the performance of the chief executive

• strategic and organizational planning

• ensuring strong fiduciary oversight and financial management

• fundraising and resource development

• approving and monitoring the organization’s programs and services

• enhancing the organization’s public image

• assessing its own performance as the governing body of the organization

• ensuring legal and ethical integrity

Each individual board member is expected to

• know the organization’s mission, policies, programs, and needs as well as understand its collective purpose

• faithfully read and understand the organization’s financial statements and board materials in advance of meetings

• serve as active advocates and ambassadors for the organization

• fully engage in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for the organization to advance its mission

• leverage connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to achieve the organization’s mission

• help identify personal connections that can benefit the organization’s reputational standing

• engage in learning opportunities to better understand the community we serve

• respect the experiences of all who bring their voices and lived experiences into the boardroom and the organization