Tip Sheet #22
Member Service On An ACRL Committee
Members who accept nomination or appointment to positions on ACRL committees should be aware that not only are they making a contribution to their association but are also undertaking certain responsibilities. If there is any doubt about meeting these obligations, the appointment should not be accepted. Please consider that:
- Committee service requires a certain amount of time. You must attend ALA Annual Conference and Midwinter Meeting and travel and personal expenses are your responsibility.
- You and your employer have to consider whether this will be job related or personal time.
- Committee work may require that certain expenses be absorbed by the member or employing institution for committee related phone calls, postage or photocopying
This TIP SHEET summarizes some of the key duties and responsibilities of committee members. For more in-depth information please refer to chapter 3 of ACRL Guide to Policies and Procedures.
Member Duties
- Return the Appointment Acceptance Form promptly to the ACRL office.
- Notify the ACRL office and committee chair immediately in case of change of address, e-mail, telephone or fax.
- Carry out the work assigned by the chair promptly.
- Attend all committee meetings. Notify the committee chair if attendance at a meeting is not possible. Failure to attend two consecutive meeting without an explanation to the chair may result in your removal from the committee.
- If problems arise in performing your duties, contact the committee chair or the ACRL Executive Director immediately.