Apply to join our Board of Directors! 

We are especially looking for candidates interested in the Board Secretary role

St. Johns Center for Opportunity is working to advance equity in the neighborhood through people-centered economic development and community building. We are looking for collaborative, thoughtful, and committed community members who are interested in carrying out our organizational mission and vision, strengthening our neighborhood, and making meaningful connections. St. Johns Center for Opportunity is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and we welcome applications from community members who share these values.

Board member positions are voluntary.

Please read the information packet above to learn more.

Questions:

Amii: exec@stjohnsopportunity.org

Office phone: (503) 841-5522

Everyone is different. Here are a few skills or assets you might bring to the team:

• leadership

• fundraising

• grant writing

• soliciting sponsorships

• admin

• financial management

• event planning

• community outreach

• board recruitment

• a network in the St. Johns community

• a lens that supports the organization’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

• another skill not listed here!

Board Member Responsibilities

Becoming a board member for St. Johns Center for Opportunity is an honor and responsibility. We estimate this volunteer role to require a commitment of up to five hours per month, which will ebb and flow throughout the year and depend on your specific role on the board.

Here is a general list of board member expectations:

1. Commit to serve on the board for two years, with an option to renew for two additional years in one year increments.

2. Attend meetings/events:

• Board Meetings – monthly (fourth Tuesdays in the evenings, currently on Zoom)

• Board Committee Meetings - monthly or as needed (currently on Zoom)

• Annual Board Retreat – typically one day, in person

• Support other organizational programming, such as the St. Johns Farmers Market and Small Business Grants

Board Recruitment Timeline

• Fill out the form below expressing interest.

• Depending on the number of submissions, we may not be able to meet with every person who expresses interest. If selected to move forward, we will contact you by email to set up an interview.

• If selected to move forward after the interview, we will contact you to request that you attend one board meeting to introduce yourself.

• We will notify you if you are invited to join the board.

Interested?

Click on the buttons below to learn more and apply.

If you have questions, please contact Amii at exec@stjohnsopportunity.org or call us at (503) 841-5522.