Girl Scout Council
of Bergen County
300 Forest Ave.
Paramus, NJ 07652
tel: 201-967-8100
fax: 201-967-7175
gscobc@bergen.org

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GSCBC
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GSCBC Board Opportunities

Referrals
Board of Directors
Nominating Committee
Become A Girl Scout Board Member

Did You Know?
The GSCBC is chartered by Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. and incorporated under the laws of New Jersey. The corporation is responsible for bylaws, general broad direction, and, most importantly, the election of its Officers and Members of the Board of Directors. This body of elected members fulfills governance, legal and fiduciary functions required, acting on behalf of the GSCBC total membership.

The GSCBC bylaws specify a process for selection of voting members (Council Delegates), who, in turn, vote on behalf of the membership at meetings assembled. Council Delegates also participate in information gathering and decision-influencing processes throughout the year. At the Annual Meeting, usually held in May, the Delegates elect the Officers and Members of the Board of Directors, members of the Nominating Committee and, every three years, Delegates to the National Council Session of Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.

How can you help? By sharing Board Opportunities and referring prospective candidates.

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REFERRALS
Do you know someone who would be a good candidate for the Girl Scout Council of Bergen County Board? Please let us know who they are. Refer a candidate today!

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Looking for the best! The Board of Directors shoulders enormous responsibility: providing governance decisions, direction and leadership in planning for the future of the GSCBC; overseeing its fiscal health and organizational capacity; and furthering and ensuring the Girl Scout Mission.
Council delegates elect the Board of Directors, under the corporate laws of New Jersey, to act on their behalf as its members and make important decisions on governance, fiscal matters, and overall policy. The Board accomplishes its work within the framework of the GSCBC Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws, and the Constitution of Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.

The Board of Directors exercises legal and corporate responsibilities, develops long and short range fund development plans, and ensures fiscal policy. The Board actively speaks out as advocates for girls and ensures/preserves Girl Scout values and principles. The role of the Board of Directors in securing adequate funding to thrive and grow is becoming increasingly critical. Therefore, the Board must include people with access to potential supporters, funders, potential partners and community networks. Board members must understand that their role is governance --- a legal and fiduciary responsibility, rather than the delivery of program. They must be dedicated individuals who understand their role as Girl Scout stewards, responsible for decisions that will best serve the needs of the total council and help the Council thrive & grow.

Does this sound like someone you know?
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NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Who do you know? Do you know someone who is astute, influential and knowledgeable? Is she or he someone who can seek out or attract diverse individuals with community networks, resources and access to funding contacts? Your “someone” may be a perfect candidate for the Nominating Committee, one of the most awesome responsibilities in any Girl Scout Council.
The Nominating Committee is responsible to present a single slate of nominees for the Officers, Members of the Board of Directors, the succeeding Nominating Committee, and, every three years, National Delegates to the National Council of Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. The presentation of a single slate is the culmination of months of a carefully planned and executed process to obtain the best-qualified person for each vacant elected position.

The Nominating Committee convenes to identify skills, experience and access to networks that are most needed to ensure growth, balance and effectiveness.

A balanced board, for example, includes a range of ages and a variety of skills, perspectives, backgrounds and networks. Additionally, the Nominating Committee looks for total board membership that represents geographic areas and reflects the racial/ethnic diversity and other diversity in the Bergen County region.

Nominating Committee members must have a full understanding of Girl Scouting, as well as the Council, its ways of work, and its top priorities. Members must support the democratic principles and the Mission of the Girl Scouts and they must know the current Council goals and critical areas of concern.
Get an application!

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BECOME A GIRL BOARD MEMBER
Learn how your local council is governed. Provide “girl input” at the highest level. Each year, three Girl Scouts, age 14 or over, are selected to be Girl Board Members on the Board of Directors of the Girl Scout Council of Bergen County. You will have an opportunity to work with adult Girl Scouts and community/business leaders to determine the policies and direction that will help the GSCBC grow and thrive.
Does this sound like someone you know? Get an application!