Student Directors Board of Directors (1 year)

Volunteer ResponsibilitiesIncorporated under the Ontario Corporations Act in 1969 the Alma Mater Society of Queens University Incorporated is a non-share capital corporation created to support the interests of the Alma Mater Society (an unincorporated association). AMS Inc. Is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of AMS student members non-student experts/alumni the Society executive and the General Manager. The Board serves to govern the corporate and administrative services provided by the AMS with a particular focus on corporate governance finance audit and risk and personnel matters. Directors of AMS Inc. are bound by law to act in the interest of both the objectives of AMS Inc. and its Commitment Eligibility and Remuneration1 or 2 year positions available from May 2026 to April 2027 and May 2026 to April 2028 with a time commitment of 4-6 hours/weekThis is a volunteer position but directors are eligible for an honorarium if they successfully complete their dutiesStudent directors of the Board are ineligible to work or volunteer for any AMS service office or commission during their tenure on the Board of DirectorsAll AMS volunteers must be enrolled in at least 18.00 credit units (60 of a full course load as determined by ones program) both at the time that they apply and for the duration of their term and have paid the full slate of AMS mandatory fees. Part-time students are eligible if they have opted-in to the full student fee slate prior to must be 18 years of age at the time of applicationResponsibilitiesDemonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to the objects policies and operations of the AMSAcquire and maintain an understanding of the corporations financial position both current and forecastedAttend all Board meetings and be aware of the Board of Directors policy on absencesBe familiar with the agenda prior to each meeting and ask questions of relevant individuals if necessary in order to facilitate full participation in the meetingCritically evaluate the overall financial and strategic operations of the AMS and make suggestions to improve themActively participate in any standing or ad hoc committees to which membership has been assigned including performing committee chair responsibilitiesHelp in the transition process after the election of the incoming BoardUseful ContactsChair of the Board of Directors at President (Operations) at Learn more about the benefits of being on board and how the board works here: Board of Directors - Alma Mater Society - Queens University Student Government