The call for officer and director applications for the IDSA Board of Directors is now open. We are seeking volunteers for the office of Vice President, three Director positions and the Treasurer position, with terms beginning in October at the conclusion of IDWeek 2024.
Considerable weight will be given to past IDSA-related activity in selecting candidates for officer and director positions. Relevant leadership experience with similar national and international organizations will also be considered. In addition, the selection process will keep our goals of inclusion, diversity, access and equity top of mind. Our definition of diversity is broad and includes race, ethnicity, gender, age, work setting, geographic region, professional activity and key areas of expertise, among other factors. A broad and robust slate of volunteers ensures we have the diversity and expertise within our leadership that is critical for guiding our organization forward.
Applications are due May 6. Please contact Chris Busky, IDSA CEO, or Virginia D. Banks, MD, FIDSA, chair of the Leadership Development Committee, with any questions about the application process.
Interested in applying to an IDSA leadership position? IDSA’s “Let’s Talk ID” podcast connects you with IDSA President Steven K. Schmitt, MD, FIDSA and IDSA Past President Daniel P. McQuillen, MD, FIDSA as they discuss their experience as clinicians serving on the IDSA Board of Directors. Not sure if you are considering board positions too early? Listen to this recent “Let’s Talk ID” episode as IDSA Immediate Past President Carlos del Rio, MD, FIDSA, and former Board Member Jasmine Marcelin, MD, FIDSA, discuss why it’s never too early to make a difference and why you shouldn’t wait to apply to IDSA’s board.
If you are interested in applying, please visit the volunteer opportunities page on MyIDSA and apply by May 6.
Important Dates
Application Opens: Monday, April 8
Application Closes: Monday, May 6
Leadership Development Committee Meets: late May
All Applicants Notified: mid June
Election Process: July 15-29
Candidates Notified of Election Results: Late July-early August
Application Checklist
- Renew your membership for 2024
- Review the job descriptions below
- Preview the Board of Directors application
- Read the Ideal Characteristics for IDSA Volunteer Leadership
- Have your CV ready to upload
Additional Resources
Term of Office
One year, followed by one-year terms as President-Elect, President and then Immediate Past President
Method of Appointment
The Vice President shall be elected by the voting members of the Society as described in the Society’s bylaws.
Roles
Member of the Board of Directors
Member of the Executive Committee
Member of the IDSA Foundation Board of Directors
Vice Chair, Society Awards Committee (ex officio)
Accountability
Reports to: Board of Directors
Staff Liaison: Chief Executive Officer
Estimated Time Commitment
• Board of Directors in-person meetings (March, June, November)
• Board of Directors conference calls (up to three calls per year)
• Executive Committee conference calls (up to four calls per year)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
In collaboration with the full Board of Directors:
- Exercise duty of care: Act honestly, reasonably and in good faith
- Exercise duty of obedience: Faithfully pursue IDSA’s mission and act consistently with policies, procedures and bylaws
- Exercise duty of loyalty: Act in the best interest of IDSA and disclose and avoid all conflicts of interest
- Understand the needs, wants and values of the membership of the Society
- Establish the strategic direction of the Society
- Ensure effective organizational planning and adequate resource allocation
- Partner with the Chief Executive Officer to monitor progress toward strategic goals
- Set and monitor Society policies
Individually:
- Carry out special assignments as requested by the President
- Prepare for, attend and actively participate in all Board of Directors, Executive
- Committee and committee meetings and conference calls
- Actively engage in identifying, nominating and mentoring other Society leaders
- Leverage connections, networks and resources to help achieve the Society’s mission
- Support all Board of Directors decisions and policies
- Protect the confidentiality of the Society’s proprietary and privileged information
- Participate in Board governance training sessions
- Make an annual contribution to the IDSA Foundation
- At the Society’s request, officially represent IDSA in various settings
- As a member of the Executive Committee, annually evaluate the Chief Executive Officer’s performance
Experience/Skills and Attributes
- Prior service on the IDSA Board of Directors is strongly preferred. Prior volunteer service with IDSA to include leadership or committee experience across multiple programmatic areas is required. Relevant leadership experience with similar state, regional, national or international organizations will also be considered.
- Ability to solve problems collaboratively: Contributes to group decision-making by sharing various perspectives, balancing analysis and experience
- Ability to demonstrate accountability: Engages and contributes during meetings and follows through on commitments in a timely manner
- Ability to communicate effectively: Is able to effectively transmit thoughts and concepts in a variety of settings: one-on-one, group and with diverse audiences.
- Ability to establish credibility: Gains the trust and respect of colleagues and staff
- Ability to think innovatively: Generates and encourages new ideas and develops tangible strategies to implement new initiatives
- Ability to exhibit sound decision-making: Remains objective in analyzing complex and ambiguous situations
- Ability to manage group dynamics and discussions effectively: Maintains an open, collegial atmosphere while keeping group discussions focused
- Ability to effectively appropriate resources: Balances appropriate use of financial and staff resources
- Ability to display executive presence: Projects calm, confidence and poise under a variety of circumstances
- Ability to think strategically: Anticipates future trends and can translate vision into clear and obtainable strategies
- Ability to lead and manage change thoughtfully: Influences others and builds coalitions to support key initiatives
Term of Office
Three years
Method of Appointment
Officers shall be elected by the IDSA Members entitled to vote as stipulated in the IDSA Bylaws.
Roles
Member of the IDSA & IDSA Foundation Board of Directors
Member of the IDSA & IDSA Foundation Executive Committee
Treasurer, IDSA Board of Directors
Secretary/Treasurer, IDSA Foundation Board of Directors
Accountability
Reports to: Board of Directors
Staff Liaison: Chief Executive Officer
Estimated Time Commitment
- IDSA & IDSA Foundation Executive Committee conference calls (2-4 per year).
- IDSA & IDSA Foundation Board meetings (6-10 per year).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
In collaboration with the full Board of Directors:
- Exercise Duty of Care: Act honestly, reasonably and in good faith
- Exercise Duty of Obedience: Faithfully pursue IDSA’s mission and act consistently with policies, procedures and bylaws
- Exercise Duty of Loyalty: Act in the best interest of IDSA and disclose and avoid all conflicts of interest
- Understand the needs, wants and values of the membership of the Society
- Establish the strategic direction of the Society
- Ensure effective organizational planning and adequate resource allocation
- Partner with the Chief Executive Officer to monitor progress towards strategic goals
- Set and monitor Society policies
Individually:
- Carry out special assignments as requested by the President
- Prepare for, attend and actively participate in all Board of Director, Executive Committee and committee meetings and conference calls
- Actively engage in identifying, nominating and mentoring other Society leaders
- Leverage connections, networks and resources to help achieve the Society’s mission
- Support all Board of Director decisions and policies
- Protect the confidentiality of the Society’s proprietary and privileged information
- Participate in Board governance training sessions
- Make an annual contribution to the IDSA Foundation
- At the Society’s request, officially represent IDSA in various settings
- As a member of the Executive Committee, annually evaluate the Chief Executive Officer’s performance
Experience/Skills and Attributes
- Prior service on the IDSA Board of Directors strongly preferred. Prior volunteer service with IDSA to include leadership or committee experience across multiple programmatic areas is required. Relevant leadership experience with similar state, regional, national or international organizations will also be considered.
- Ability to Understand and Interpret Financial Operations: Is able to comprehend and communicate the financial position of the Society and Foundation to inform strategic decisions.
- Ability to Solve Problems Collaboratively: Contributes to group decision making by sharing various perspectives, balancing analysis and experience.
- Ability to Demonstrate Accountability: Engages and contributes during meetings and follows through on commitments in a timely manner.
- Ability to Communicate Effectively: Is able to effectively transmit thoughts and concepts in a variety of settings: one-on-one, group and with diverse audiences.
- Ability to Establish Credibility: Gains the trust and respect of colleagues and staff.
- Ability to Think Innovatively: Generates and encourages new ideas and develops tangible strategies to implement new initiatives.
- Ability to Exhibit Sound Decision Making: Remains objective in analyzing complex and ambiguous situations.
- Ability to Manage Group Dynamics and Discussions Effectively: Maintains an open, collegial atmosphere while keeping group discussions focused.
- Ability to Effectively Appropriate Resources: Balances appropriate use of financial and staff resources.
- Ability to Display Executive Presence: Projects calm, confidence and poise under a variety of circumstances.
- Ability to Think Strategically: Anticipates future trends and can translate vision into clear and obtainable strategies.
- Ability to Lead and Manage Change Thoughtfully: Influences others and builds coalitions to support key initiatives.
Term of Office
Three years
Method of Appointment
A director shall be elected by the voting members of the Society as described in the Society’s bylaws.
Roles
Member of the Board of Directors
Accountability
Reports to: Board of Directors
Staff Liaison: Chief Executive Officer
Estimated Time Commitment
- Board of Directors in-person meetings (March, June, November)
- Board of Directors conference calls (up to three calls per year)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
In collaboration with the full Board of Directors:
- Exercise duty of care: Act honestly, reasonably and in good faith
- Exercise duty of obedience: Faithfully pursue IDSA’s mission and act consistently with policies, procedures and bylaws
- Exercise duty of loyalty: Act in the best interest of IDSA and disclose and avoid all conflicts of interest
- Understand the needs, wants and values of the membership of the Society
- Establish the strategic direction of the Society
- Ensure effective organizational planning and adequate resource allocation
- Partner with the Chief Executive Officer to monitor progress toward strategic goals
- Set and monitor Society policies
Individually:
- Carry out special assignments as requested by the President
- Prepare for, attend and actively participate in all Board of Directors and committee meetings and conference calls
- Actively engage in identifying, nominating and mentoring other Society leaders
- Leverage connections, networks and resources to help achieve the Society’s mission
- Support all Board of Directors decisions and policies
- Protect the confidentiality of the Society’s proprietary and privileged information
- Participate in Board governance training sessions
- Make an annual contribution to the IDSA Foundation
- At the Society’s request, officially represent IDSA in various settings
Experience/Skills and Attributes
- Prior volunteer service with IDSA to include leadership and/or committee experience is strongly preferred. Relevant leadership experience with similar state, regional, national or international organizations will also be considered.
- Ability to solve problems collaboratively: Contributes to group decision-making by sharing various perspectives, balancing analysis and experience
- Ability to demonstrate accountability: Engages and contributes during meetings and follows through on commitments in a timely manner
- Ability to communicate effectively: Is able to effectively transmit thoughts and concepts in a variety of settings: one-on-one, group and with diverse audiences
- Ability to establish credibility: Gains the trust and respect of colleagues and staff
- Ability to think innovatively: Generates and encourages new ideas and develops tangible strategies to implement new initiatives
- Ability to exhibit sound decision-making: Remains objective in analyzing complex and ambiguous situations
- Ability to manage group dynamics and discussions effectively: Maintains an open, collegial atmosphere while keeping group discussions focused
- Ability to effectively appropriate resources: Balances appropriate use of financial and staff resources