About the role
WSC ICARE Fund Mission
Provide financial support to eligible WSC employees in times of unusual need.
ICARE provides financial assistance, education, and preventative programs to help these individuals in their own efforts to maintain their financial, physical, and emotional health.
Thank you for your interest in serving on the WSC ICARE Fund Board of Directors. Serving on the board is a rewarding experience and an opportunity for personal and professional growth. Directors on the board of the WSC ICARE Fund set policy and direction that will further the mission of providing financial support to WSC employees in times of unusual need.
This application will be kept private and on file by the WSC ICARE Fund Board of Directors. Applications are used by the WSC ICARE Fund Governance Committee to find and select new board members. All board members are elected by a majority vote of the current board members.
- Work to carry out the mission of the WSC ICARE Fund.
- Complete Board of Directors orientation and training.
- Serve a minimum of one (1) three-year term on the board. Eligible to serve two (2) three-year terms if elected.
- Attend a minimum of four (4) meetings per year, one per quarter (may attend digitally).
- Attend additional board meetings if there is a pressing need.
- Stay informed about board and committee matters.
- Prepare for board meetings by reviewing materials before the meeting.
- Make a serious commitment to actively participate in board projects.
- Build relationships with other WSC ICARE Fund board members and be a good teammate.
Selection of Board Members
The ICARE Board has 3-15 members. The members should be 1/3 from the WSC Board of Directors, 1/3 WSC employees, and the remaining 1/3 could be anyone. Sometimes, the Board may need a certain skillset (example, accountant) and will pick a person that is able to fill a specific role. Only so many people can be on the board at one time. If you are not picked, please apply again in the future.