Be sure students are ready and willing to take on the task. Many clubs create other types of officer positions, either as a way to involve more members in leadership positions, or to spread the work load around. The following are some ideas that can be additional officer positions in the club, or can be incorporated into the typical positions outlined above. Social Chair helps plan social activities for club members to get to know each other.
Recruitment coordinates all efforts to recruit new members.
Fundraising works closely with the Treasurer to help plan fundraising activities. As a first order of business, the club should decide on a process whereby the commitment and ability of potential officers to successfully carry out the above tasks can be considered seriously prior to election. Leadership workshops conducted by the Office of Campus Life are designed to assist elected club officers in meeting these obligations. In addition, new clubs should avail themselves of opportunities to benefit from the experience of long-standing clubs.