AAVSB Volunteer Interest Form

Thank you for your interest in serving the AAVSB. Volunteers are vital to the success of our programs. Committee members are appointed by the President with approval by the AAVSB Board of Directors. Not all committees have immediate openings, but the AAVSB will consider your participation as openings arise and contact you with more information at that time.

When considering successful committees and committee members, the AAVSB has identified the following competencies as necessary: Organizational Commitment, Information Seeking, Initiative, Teamwork & Cooperation, Interpersonal Understanding.

Directions: Select the committee(s)/task force(s) in which you are interested. If you are interested in more than one, please rank them in the box below. Please attach a current CV/resume.

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* 1. Committees with Openings - Checkmark any you are interested in:

Bylaws Committee: Proposes amendments to the AAVSB Bylaws as necessary. Receives and considers proposed amendments as well as submitted Resolutions. Meets virtually as needed and in-person once a year. 2 hours a month average.

Conference Committee: Assists with AAVSB Annual Conference planning (location, attendee extras, etc). Meets virtually throughout the year and assists onsite at the Annual Meeting. 2-year term; 1.5 hours a month average.

PAVE for Veterinarians Committee: Oversees the PAVE program and participates in exam development of the Qualifying Science Exam (QSE). Meets virtually quarterly and in-person twice year. 6 hours a month average.

Exam Development: Participates in examination development workshops for the Veterinary Technician National Exam or the Qualifying Science Exam. Workshops are held virtually or in-person. Creates examination questions using online software.

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* 2. Other Committees - Checkmark any you are interested in:

Any Committee: Select if you are interested in volunteering but unsure on which committee you would like to serve.

Executive Director Advisory Committee: Provides regulatory board operational perspective to assist the AAVSB staff and leadership; provides input for the AAVSB programming that would benefit Member Board executive directors, registrars, and staff; and serves as a think tank for existing and proposed programs that the AAVSB could improve or develop to assist all Member Boards in being efficient and effective. Meets virtually monthly. 1.5 hours a month average.

Finance Committee: Advises the AAVSB Board of Directors on issues related to the use of the Association's assets to assure prudence and integrity, recommends financial policies, discusses quarterly financial statements, and participates in the annual budget process. Meets virtually quarterly and in-person twice a year. 3 hours a month average.

Leadership Development Task Force: Identifies and recruits individuals for possible AAVSB leadership positions, provides recommendations to the President for Committee appointments, and considers to the volunteer management process by examining the life of an AAVSB volunteer. Meets virtually as needed and in-person twice a year. 2.5 hours a month average.

Nominating Committee: Reviews the Call for Nominations documents, receives nominations from Member Boards, discusses the qualifications and eligibility of the nominees, and develops slate of candidates. Meets virtually and in-person as needed. 1 hour a month average.

RACE Committee: Oversees the continuing education review program and participates in the refinement and enhancement of the RACE Standards documents. Meets virtually monthly and in-person as needed. 4 hours a month average.

Regulatory Policy Task Force: This hands-on group considers current veterinary regulatory issues for possible creation of model regulations or guidance documents. Consistently reviews the AAVSB's Practice Act Model for updates and edits. Meets virtually monthly and in-person as needed. 4.5 hours a month average.

Student Outreach Committee: Engages veterinary and veterinary technician students through visit to schools with Member Boards. Finds tactics to get regulatory information to students. Meets virtually when needed. 1 hour a month average.

VTNE Committee: Participates in the construction, development, and security of the VTNE. Meets virtually as needed and in-person twice a year. 6 hours a month average.

AAVSB Volunteer Interest Form

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* 1. Committees with Openings - Checkmark any you are interested in:

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* 2. Other Committees - Checkmark any you are interested in:

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* 3. Rank the committees/task forces you selected in order of preference.

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* 4. Your name:

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* 5. Your e-mail address:

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* 6. Your phone number

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* 7. Regulatory Board, if applicable:

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* 8. Comments

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* 9. Attach bio, review, or CV.