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SORA is seeking executive committee members!

Tiffany Goetz

 

If you’re interested in becoming a member of the executive committee in 2024, contact Allen Molina at allen.molina@odot.oregon.gov or Michael Metiva at Michael.METIVA@dor.oregon.gov.

 

The SORA Executive Committee (EC) is comprised of individuals with a desire to be an integral part of the planning and decision-making involved in membership functions. All members are full-time state employees, so responsibilities of each member are flexible throughout the year to accommodate other priorities. Time commitment from EC members is varied and self-regulated. All members play a vital role in achieving SORA objectives and successful outcomes.

 

Advantages of becoming an EC member

  1. Post your professional profile and photograph on the SORA website.
  2. Professional development and resume building opportunities.
  3. Provide direct input into planned events and topic choices. 
  4. Develop skills in teamwork, leadership, and organization.
  5. Network, share research knowledge and experience, and have fun while learning!

 

Responsibilities of all EC members

  1. Attend monthly EC meetings, currently one-hour and held via MS Teams.
  2. Support SORA work by assisting with occasional ad hoc projects and attending quarterly events.
  3. Help plan at least one of the quarterly events, which typically includes selecting speakers, arranging the venue, preparing an agenda and promotional material, and keeping all EC members informed of progress, risks, and issues.  
  4. Respond to emails and action items timely.
  5. Promote SORA and encourage membership participation.

 

Opportunities to be a general member or hold a specific leadership position 

  • Chair: Leads the EC, facilitates EC meetings, and oversee operations. 
  • Vice-chair: Assists chair and provides back-up support for other EC roles as needed.
  • Secretary: Records committee actions and decisions, schedules meetings, and tracks event attendance.
  • Communications coordinator: Designs and produces all written communications with SORA members and the public.
  • Volunteer coordinator: Solicits interest and maintains a list of volunteers for activities and projects.
  • Workforce development coordinator: Coordinates special programs and other activities related to workforce development.
  • Web coordinator: Builds and maintains SORA’s website, including new posts and event updates.