Delegates

The position of Nevada Chapter Delegate is an elected Volunteer Position

  1. The new term for elected Nevada Chapter Delegates begins on January 1, 2012
  2. Election for this position will be held at the next Annual General Meeting – Nominate yourself or another Professional Nevada Chapter member

Some benefits:

  • Mentoring by other (NV) Delegates
  • Paid attendance at HOD/Convention (see Delegate Job Description)
  • Networking and developing an understanding of association governmental processes

Some responsibilities:

  • Create a Proposal and/or Coach members through Process, if needed
  • Notice & Poll members of Proposals (Recommendations & Position Statements)
  • Represent NV Chapter/Members in HOD
  • Write a report of the HOD minutes for publication to members

Delegates

Brad EnersonBrad Enerson immediate past

Brad Enerson, LMT NCTMB earned his B.A. at St Olaf College in 1964 as a social-psychology major. He graduated from Luther Theological Seminary and became a pastor in 1968 and received his Doctorate of Ministry in 1990. Brad graduated from the Madison School of Massage in 1993 and joined the AMTA. In 1997, he became a full-time therapist. Brad served as Vice-President on the Wisconsin Chapter Board of Directors from 1998 to 2002. Moving to Henderson, NV, in 2003, he started his own company called Mobile Massage of Henderson. Brad has served as a NV Delegate and the Treasurer of the AMTA Nevada Chapter for 3 years.

David OttoDavid Otto immediate past

David J Otto, LMT NCTMB earned his BA in English, Secondary Education in 1991. In 2001, he graduated from the Nevada School of Massage Therapy where he was also an ACCET-/COMTA-accredited Professional Development Instructor for 3 years. He’s owned/operated his private massage therapy practice, Hands In Motion, since 2003 in Henderson & Clark County, NV. David served the AMTA-Nevada Chapter for 3 years as Newsletter Editor, 5 years as Webmaster (current), 3 years as Chapter Delegate and on the 2011 National Convention Planning Committee & Awards Operational Committee.

 

Nomination Form – Chapter Delegate

  • When you accept your nomination, you agree to be elected by the members to a 1- or 2-year term
  • When you nominate yourself or another member, you/they must accept the Nomination at the 2012 Annual General Meeting.
  • To be considered for Nomination, you/Nominee must be present at the 2012 Annual General Meeting.
  • COMPLETE THE NOMINATION FORM ONLINE

Chapter Delegate Job Description

Purpose
Delegate represents her/his Chapter members in the HOD and related activities, informs the Chapter of timelines, and facilitates the Chapter’s influence in the HOD.
Eligibility

  • Must be a professional member in good standing of the Chapter to which they are assigned
  • Must sign the AMTA Chapter Volunteer Code of Conduct.
  • Agrees to uphold and abide by National AMTA Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, Policy, Code of Conduct, Rules of Engagement, and Job Description.
  • Shall not be an AMTA National Board member.

Authority
Delegate is given authority by National Bylaws and Policies and through election by the Chapter membership.
Accountability
Delegate is accountable to the members of the Chapter by virtue of election, and to the Chapter Board by virtue of funding, where applicable.
Term of Office
The delegate shall serve a term of office of two years, beginning at the same time as chapter officers’ terms. The delegate shall serve no more than three consecutive elected terms.
Relationship
Delegate works with her/his Chapter members and fellow Chapter Delegates, as well as Delegates from other Chapters and the House of Delegates Operations Committee (HODOC), to follow timelines and carry out the assignments and charges applicable to the HOD function.
Responsibilities

1. Delegate, in communication at all Chapter Meetings and through other means available, initiates member involvement in discussion of matters that may or will come before the HOD.
2. Delegate responds to Chapter Board and member communications on a regular and timely basis via phone, e-mail, or other appropriate means.
3. Delegate provides written reports to the Chapter Board as directed by the Chapter Board.
4. Delegate attends all Chapter membership meetings, and reports to the members and Chapter Board at those meetings.
5. Delegate maintains a working knowledge of materials provided for the HOD meeting.
6. Delegate prepares and reviews all necessary materials prior to meetings.
7. Delegate attends and participates in the HOD orientation and meeting and casts informed votes.
8. Delegate reports the actions of the HOD to the Chapter membership.
9. Chapters may assign additional Chapter responsibilities to delegates.

Time Commitment
· The time commitment averages about 2-4 hours per month.
· Delegate attends the Chapter Annual Meeting, Chapter membership meetings, Chapter Board meetings (as requested by the Chapter Board), Chapter Leadership Training, (as requested by the Chapter Board), the Delegate Orientation Meeting and the HOD Meeting at the National Convention.
Time commitment will be considerably higher during the annual convention.
Use of Organizational Resources
Resources related to carrying out the duties of this office:

· HODOC provides materials and training.
· Chapters may provide reimbursement according to Chapter Policy.

Vacancy and Succession
In the event of a vacancy, the alternate with the next highest number of votes in the previous election will assume the Delegate position.
Removal from Office
A Delegate may be removed from office for failure to:

1. Fulfill her/his duties and responsibilities (dereliction of duties).
2. Abide by the AMTA Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, Policy, Code of Conduct, Rules of Engagement, or Job Description.
3. Keep AMTA membership dues current.

Removal shall occur in accordance with the AMTA Chapter Conflict Resolution Process.

 

Refer to the AMTA-NV Standing Rules for additional description

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