VOLUNTEER
Volunteer with ATD NYC
Develop yourself, practice leadership and teamwork, expand your network, give back to your professional community, and experience the spirit of ATD by volunteering for a committee or project.
We match the interests and aims of volunteers with opportunities to help run the Chapter. Let us know if you would like to volunteer for any of the opportunities listed below. Or register your interest in becoming actively involved in running the chapter with us and we will contact you.
ROI of Volunteer Leadership (pdf)
Board Volunteer Roles*:
We are in the process of selecting the 2023 ATD NYC Board of Directors and are still seeking candidate for the following roles:
Board role descriptions
- VP Programs
- VP Sponsorships
- VP Webmaster
- Co-VPs Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
*Current ATD National and ATD NYC Chapter membership is required for all positions.
Current Volunteer Roles*:
- Co-Lead, Career Development SIG
- Co-Lead for Mentorship Program
- Assistant Vice Presidents (AVPs) - various areas of expertise
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- AVP Membership - 1
- AVP Special Interest Groups (SIGS) - 2
- AVP Marketing - 1
- Click AVP link above to see all AVP role descriptions
- Audit Committee
- Nomination Committee
- Photographer(s)
*Current ATD NYC Chapter membership is required for all positions.
Want to volunteer and don't see a role that matches your skills or goals? Don't worry, just e-mail us marina.field@atdnyc.org and we will work to find the best volunteer role for you.
Co-Lead, Career Development SIG
We are currently looking for two Co-Leads for the Career Development Special Interest Group (SIG). The Career Development SIG Co-Leads will be jointly responsible for planning and executing all events, activities, and programming for the ATD NYC Career Development SIG. The Career Development SIG Co-Leads also have the opportunity to shape the vision and overall direction of the SIG.
Reports to: The VP of Special Interest Groups
Time commitment: Approximately 2-8 hours per month
Responsibilities
- Working with the VP of SIGs to determine the overall vision for the SIG
- Deciding on the SIG activities, events, and special projects for the year
- Identifying facilitators, speakers, and SMEs as appropriate for SIG events
- Finding venues for live in-person SIG events
- Posting SIG events to the ATD NYC website
- Setting up the Zoom sessions for SIG events
- Managing registration for SIG events
- Composing and disseminating communications around SIG events
- Working with the ATD NYC VP of Marketing to make sure SIG Events get marketed on social media
- Subject matter expert in Career Development OR has a high degree of interest and enthusiasm for learning about Career Development.
- Self-starter who takes initiative and is always looking for ways to improve things
- Experience leading large projects
- Strong decision-making ability
- Strong facilitation skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Track record for delivering results; takes accountability and initiative for achieving established goals
- Stays current in field of talent development, particularly in areas related to Career Development
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Okay with doing a certain amount of admin and logistics to execute events and programs
Other Requirements
- Member of ATD NYC in good standing
- Attendance at all Career Development SIG events (unless alternate accommodations are made)
- Attendance at special SIG-focused board meetings
How to Apply
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Send an email to us ( marina.field@atdnyc.org ) with the role title as the Subject and:
1. A brief explanation of why you want the role, your qualifications for the role (background, skill set, and experience), and a brief biographical statement.
2. Copy of your current resume as an attachment.
Co-Lead for Mentorship Program
We are currently looking for one to two Leads for the Mentorship Program. The Mentorship Program Lead/Co-Leads will be jointly responsible for planning and executing all events, activities, and programming for the ATD NYC Mentorship Program. The Mentorship Program Lead/Co-Leads also have the opportunity to shape the vision and overall direction of the Program.
Reports to: The VP of Special Interest Groups
Time commitment: Approximately 2-8 hours per month
Responsibilities
- Working with the VP of SIGs to determine the overall vision for the Program
- Deciding on the Program activities, events, and special projects for the year
- Identifying facilitators, speakers, and SMEs as appropriate for Program events
- Finding venues for live in-person Program events
- Posting Program events to the ATD NYC website
- Setting up the Zoom sessions for Program events
- Managing registration for Program events
- Composing and disseminating communications around Program events
- Working with the ATD NYC VP of Marketing to make sure Program events get marketed on social media
- Subject matter expert in Mentoring OR has a high degree of interest and enthusiasm for learning about developing a Mentoring Program.
- Self-starter who takes initiative and is always looking for ways to improve things
- Experience leading projects
- Strong decision-making ability
- Strong facilitation skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Track record for delivering results; takes accountability and initiative for achieving established goals
- Stays current in field of talent development, particularly in areas related to Mentoring
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Okay with doing a certain amount of admin and logistics to execute events and programs
Other Requirements
- Member of ATD NYC in good standing
- Attendance at all Mentoring Program events (unless alternate accommodations are made)
- Attendance at special SIG-focused board meetings
How to Apply
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Send an email to marina.field@atdnyc.org with the role title as the Subject and:
1. A brief explanation of why you want the role, your qualifications for the role (background, skill set, and experience), and a brief biographical statement.
2. Copy of your current resume as an attachment.
Assistant Vice President (AVP) Roles
Summary
The Assistant Vice President (AVP) role assists a specific Vice President with the operations, admin, logistics, etc. in their elected area. While there may be multiple AVPs, each AVP’s role will have specific responsibilities and deliverables. AVP roles are ideal for students just entering the field, professionals transitioning into the field, or anyone considering applying for the VP-level role.
Reports to: Vice President (VP)
Location: Remote (being in the NYC area is helpful)
Time commitment: Approximately 1-5 hours per month (depending on agreed upon responsibilities)
Benefits to AVP
● Project ownership and ability to improve chapter processes
● Membership in the Chapter’s Extended Leadership Team (ELT) which offers further leadership development opportunities and events
● Networking and mentoring opportunities with Chapter Leadership
● Headshot/bio on atdnyc.org website
● AVP role displayed on Chapter Meeting name tag
● Digital badge (if successfully complete agreed upon responsibilities)
Benefits to Chapter/ Potential Responsibilities
Sample of Primary Needs by VP position:
Marketing
- Manage social channels (all or a portion)
- Newsletter creation/statistics
- Sponsor management
- Blog post coordination/creation
- Podcast coordination/recording/editing/publishing
- Providing input on programming, policies, or procedures
Membership
- Chapter networking events
- New joiner orientation
- Membership engagement
- Membership retention
- Student outreach and events
- Corporate outreach and events
- Providing input on programming, policies, or procedures
Programs
- Setting up Zoom sessions for Chapter events
- Managing registration for Chapter Events
- Overseeing Chapter event follow up tasks and communications
- Reporting on Chapter post-event surveys
- Setting up live polling tools for Chapter events (as necessary)
- Support for live Chapter events (as necessary)
- Holiday Party coordination
- Providing input on programming, policies, or procedures
Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
- Setting up Zoom sessions for SIG events
- Managing registration for SIG Events
- Overseeing SIG event follow up tasks and communications
- Reporting on SIG post-event surveys
- Setting up live polling tools for SIG events (as necessary)
- Support for live SIG events (as necessary)
- Support for SIG special projects and programs (as necessary)
- Providing input on programming, policies, or procedures
Talent Management
- Volunteer networking events
- Volunteer engagement
- Volunteer fair/promote open volunteer roles
- Volunteer spotlight coordination
- Providing input on programming, policies, or procedures
Technology
- Website management and content updates
- Product-specific needs (Slack, GSuite, Canva, Learning Experience Platform)
- Integration of current technology
- Providing input on programming, policies, or procedures
Desired Skills & Qualifications
- Self-starter who takes initiative and is always looking for ways to improve
- Detail-oriented
- Driven and accountable with great follow-through
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Technically savvy
Other Requirements
- Member of ATD NYC in good standing
- Attendance at a minimum of at least one (1) Chapter or SIG event per quarter and at least six (6) Chapter/SIG events over the course of the year.
Selection Process
- Formal interview with VP and a group of Board/Chapter Members
- Selected candidate(s) approved by ATD NYC Board
- Approved candidate(s) appointed by VP
How to Apply
Send an email to marina.field@atdnyc.org (VP Talent Management)
Subject line: AVP <insert VP role>
In the body of the email, please include:
- a brief explanation of why you want the role,
- your qualifications for the role (background, skill set, and experience),
- a brief biographical statement (will be used on atdnyc.org website if appointed)
Attach your current resume.
If you have any questions, please email us ( marina.field@atdnyc.org ).
The chapter is seeking volunteer photographer(s) to:
- Take pictures at Chapter and/or SIG events
- Upload photos to the Chapter’s Google Drive
- Potentially, post or work with the Marketing team to post the pictures on social media after the events
Time Commitment: varies
What’s in it for you?
- Further develop your photography skills
- Expand your network
- Give back to your professional community
For more information on any of our volunteer roles, e-mail us (marina.field@atdnyc.org ).