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Regional Board Member Positions

For AAR/WR Board Leadership Positions, please refer to the Presidential Line Qualifications and Process as outlined on the Nominating Committee Page.  
 
​For job descriptions of any open position, please see AAR/WR's Policy File and Operating Agreement.

Unit Chair Positions

Unit Chairs are filled on an as-needed basis. Each Unit can have two co-chairs. Members interested in an open Unit Chair position must submit their CV to the current President and/or Vice President, who will bring it to the Executive Committee for a decision. Unit Chair positions are 3-year terms, with the possibility of renewal. Please see the "Units" section of the website for more information on chair responsibilities.

If you would like to serve as a unit chair, please send the President Elect your CV, letter of interest, and willingness to serve for three years.​
On March 20, 2015, at the Regional Board Meeting at Santa Clara University, the Board voted that candidates interested in running for leadership positions are not required to be present at the Business Meeting to stand for election, but candidates are strongly encouraged to attend the general meeting at the annual regional conference, to demonstrate the seriousness of their commitment.