Job Description
Typically, this individual will have already served two years as President-Elect and will automatically move into the role of President of the Association.

The President is an active, long-term senior member of the Association. S/he has a general knowledge and understanding of the mission and history of the Association, acquired from prior service on numerous administrative, publications or technical committees within his/her respective local section(s) and at the national level. This individual has also held office at the section or interest group levels.

The responsibilities of this office require the President to have the employment flexibility, as well as on-going support from his/her current employer, to be actively involved in duties required of the office, including  attendance at two national meetings during the year, the annual Budget Meeting, the AATCC International Conference, and meetings of numerous local sections and interest groups.

The President is well-known and respected in the textile and related chemical, dyes or machinery industries. S/he is a natural leader and an effective communicator (verbally and in writing), who has an aptitude for planning and directing and a desire to promote the mission and goals of the Association.

Term Limit: The President serves for two years, and automatically becomes the Immediate Past President for a two-year term. (AATCC Constitution, Article V, Section 4)

Responsibilities
The President is a member of the Board of Directors, as detailed in Article V of the Constitution and Article III, Section 1 and 2 of the Bylaws.
The President shall preside over meetings of the Board of Directors (Bylaws, Article III, Section 2).
As an ex-officio member, the President attends and participates in meetings of all subcommittees of the Board of Directors and standing committees of the Board (see Bylaws, Article III, Section 2):
– C1 Board of Directors
– C-1-S8 Building and Grounds
– C1-S14 Employee Benefits Committee
– C1-S16 Awards Oversight Committee
– C2 Executive Committee on Research
– C3 Technical Committee on Research
– C5 Appropriations Committee
– C6 Membership Committee
– C7 Publications Committee
– C9 Constitution & Bylaws
– C11 Committee on Conferences
– C17 Education Advisory Board
– CS61 Harold C. Chapin Award Committee
– CS65 Olney Medal Award Committee
– CS70 Henry E. Millson Award for Invention Committee
– C2-S3 Colour Index Dyes Board

The President presides over the Awards Banquet or Luncheon at the International Conference.

The President attends and participates in several sectional meetings, interest group meetings, symposia, and other Association programs, as time permits.

The President of AATCC is automatically an ex officio honorary member of the Society of Dyers and Colourists. From time to time, s/he may be invited to participate in SDC programs, such as the Annual Meeting and Dinner held in York, England.

The President shall confer frequently with the Executive Vice President and discuss matters of importance to the Association. The Executive Vice President will take his direction from the President, as chair of the Board of Directors.

The President of AATCC is automatically a board member and chair of the Board of Directors of AATCC Foundation, Inc.

The President, in consultation with the Immediate Past President and/or Chair of the Executive Committee on Research, will review annually with the Executive Vice President progress made toward Association and staff goals.

Once the term of President is completed, s/he becomes past president for a two-year term and, as such, chairs the Appropriations Committee; s/he also may be asked to serve on other strategic committees during this period of time.

(revised 1/2007)

Job Description
The President-Elect is generally elected every two years in November from ballots cast from the senior membership of the Association.  (see AATCC Constitution, Article VI)

Typically, the President-Elect is an active, long-term senior member of the Association.  He/She has a general knowledge and understanding of the mission and history of the Association, acquired from prior service on numerous administrative, publications or technical committees within his/her respective local section(s) and at the national level.  This individual has also held office at the section or interest group level.

The responsibilities of this office require the President-Elect to have the employment flexibility, as well as on-going support from his/her current employer, to be actively involved in duties required of the office, including attendance at two national meetings during the year, the annual Budget Meeting, the AATCC International Conference, and meetings of numerous local sections and interest groups.

The President is well-known and respected in the textile or related chemical, dyes or machinery industries.  He/She is a natural leader and an effective communicator (verbally and in writing), who has an aptitude for planning and directing and a desire to promote the mission and goals of the Association.

Term Limit:  The President-Elect shall serve for two years, after which time he/she will automatically become President for a two year term.  (AATCC Constitution, Article V, Section 4)

Responsibilities

1. The President-Elect is a member of the Board of Directors, as detailed in Article V of the Constitution and Article III, Sections 1 and 3 of the Bylaws.
2. As an ex-officio member, the President Elect attends and participates in meetings of all subcommittees of the Board of Directors and standing committees of the Board (see Bylaws, Article III, Section 3):

C-1               Board of Directors
C-1-S8          Building and Grounds
C1-S14         Employee Benefits Committee
C1-S16         Awards Oversight Committee (Chair)
C2                Executive Committee on Research
C3                Technical Committee on Research
C5                Appropriations Committee
C6                Membership Committee
C7                Publications Committee (Non-voting)
C9                Constitution & Bylaws
C11              Committee on Conferences
C15              Textile Education Committee
C17              Education Advisory Board

3. The President-Elect attends the Awards Banquet or Luncheon at the International Conference.
4. The President-Elect attends and participates in several sectional meetings, the International Test Methods committee meetings, interest group meetings, symposia, and other Association programs, as time permits.
5. If the President is absent or disabled, the President-Elect shall serve as President Pro Tem until the President shall resume the duties of office.
6. The President-Elect is an At-Large member of the AATCC Foundation Board of Directors.

Job Description
Candidate is appointed by the Board of Directors (AATCC Constitution, Article V, Section 5).

The Treasurer will have been a Senior member of the Association for ten (10) years. The individual will have served on numerous administrative, publications or technical committees of the Association and have a good knowledge of the Association’s mission and history. The Treasurer will be a past member of the Board of Directors, would have prior experience in financial matters and have a good working knowledge of general ledgers, accounts receivables/payables, investments, balance sheets and other financial statements.

The Treasurer will have good communication skills, both written and oral, and have the aptitude for financial analyses and financial planning.

Term Limit: The Treasurer shall serve for five years; however, the Board of Directors may extend an appointment beyond the limit specified (Bylaws, Article III, Section 1).

Responsibilities
(see Bylaws, Article III, Section 6)

The Treasurer is an ex-officio member of the Board of Directors and participates in all meetings of the Board (Constitution, Article V).

The Treasurer is an ex-officio member of the Appropriations Committee and participates in all meetings of the committee.

The Treasurer is an ex-officio member of the Employee Benefits Committee and participates in all meetings of the committee.

The Treasurer is an ex officio member (non-voting) of the Publications Committee, and stays in monthly contact with the Communications/Membership Director to discuss pending issues and to provide guidance on matters of concern.

The Treasurer serves on the Board of Directors for AATCC Foundation, Inc. and participates in all board meetings. The Treasurer also serves as Treasurer of AATCC Foundation, Inc.

The Treasurers is an ex officio member of the Committee on Conferences and Constitution & Bylaws Committee.

The Treasurer shall oversee the financial matters of the Association. The Treasurer reviews and will approve the monthly statements of all of the Association’s financial accounts. The Treasurer shall review the monthly Association financial statement, which is sent to the Appropriations Committee and Board of Directors.  Invoices in excess of $10,000 are faxed or emailed to the Treasurer at the direction of the Executive Vice President and signed by the Treasurer for approval.

The Treasurer stays in weekly contact with the Executive Vice President and reviews on a weekly basis monies received and deposited, as well as any unusual payments that are due.

The Treasurer also reviews the check register and bank statements, which are sent each month after they are balanced.

The Treasurer is sent a copy of the monthly investment portfolio for review.

Letters to the individual sections, along with section reimbursement checks, are mailed under the Treasurer’s signature in August each year.

The audited Annual Financial Statement, which includes the balance sheet and specific account activities, is reviewed by the Treasurer and sent out under the Treasurer’s
name in November to all members of the Board of Directors and to Chairpersons of Concerned Committees.

In addition to the regular meetings of the Board and standing committees, the Treasurer will attend the annual Textile Discovery Summit  and participate in any special meetings that are required and approved by the President.

Travel expenses of the Treasurer for required Association activities shall be submitted to the Executive Vice President for approval and reimbursement.

(revised 1/2007)

Job Description

Candidate should have demonstrated leadership skills and prior experience in managing a business with bottom-line accountability. Candidate should also be experienced in problem solving, strategic planning, technical understanding, attention to detail, organized, and professional. Prior textile wet processing experience desirable. Some experience in marketing would be advantageous. Candidate should be able to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing), possess a positive work ethic, have an aptitude for planning and implementing of directives, and be self-motivated. Candidate must have a working knowledge of accounting systems, and a working knowledge of Windows software, and social media.

Minimum Educational Requirement: A BS in Textile Chemistry, Chemistry or Textile Science. In addition to formal training in the physical sciences, an MBA with experience in managing a business is preferred. Also, prefer a person who is (or has been) a member of AATCC, and who has prior experience in serving as a member or chairing test methods, publications, or administrative committees of the Association.

Term Limit: The Executive Director is appointed by the Board of Directors, as described in Article III, Section 1, and reports to the Board as described in Article III, Section 5 of the Bylaws.

A. Staff Responsibilities
– Administrative head of AATCC personnel at AATCC Technical Center, subordinate to the Board of Directors, and responsible for the administration and management of the staff operations, and for the work of the employees of the Association.
– Hires and organizes the staff into a well functioning organization. Periodically reviews the organizational structure and implements needed changes.
– Reviews periodically the performance of employed personnel and takes appropriate action when indicated. Maintains a formalized plan for developing staff goals and objectives and measuring performance against those goals.
– Recommends to the Board of Directors an annual salary budget.
– Periodically reviews the Employee Handbook with the Association’s benefits consulting firm and the Employee Benefits Committee.
– Reviews and approves proposed travel itineraries and expense accounts of staff.
– Receives and reviews copies of important outgoing staff correspondence involving Association business.

B. Board of Directors responsibilities
– Member of the Board of Directors, without vote. Records and administers acts, motions and resolutions of the Board. Responsible for Board of Directors’ minutes. Maintains rosters of all Board committees and subcommittees.
– Member of the Appropriations Committee. Serves as secretary.
– Member of the Building and Grounds Committee. Serves as secretary.
– Member of the Employee Benefits Committee. Serves as secretary.
– Member of the Membership Committee.
– Member of the Publications Committee.
– Member of the Committee on Conferences.
– Secretary of the Olney Medal Award Committee, without vote.
– Secretary of the Harold C. Chapin Award Committee, without vote.
– Secretary of the Henry E. Millson Award Committee, without vote.
– Member of the Constitution and Bylaws Committee. Serves as secretary.
– Secretary of the Nominating Committee, without vote. Processes nominations for national offices and publishes election results. Serves as teller.
– Member ex officio of all other committees of the Board. Assists chairs as appropriate.

C. Technical & Educational Responsibilities
– Member of the International Test Methods Committee.
– Represents AATCC at annual meetings of Society of Dyers and Colourists, and other organizations’ activities.
– Ensures that the staff develops a timely and informative technical education program and develops a budget for those programs.
– Works with Technical Director to determine international training representatives for developing training programs and expanding AATCC membership.
– Explores new areas of opportunities regarding test methods, technical training or education programs, quality control materials, or other programs of importance.

D. Communications & Membership Responsibilities
– Arranges for preparation of scrolls, certificates, medals and other awards and arranges for presentation.
– Receives reports of meetings from Section and Student Chapter secretaries.
– Communicates with the Section chairs and treasurers regarding general liability insurance and fidelity coverage for section treasurers. Maintains through the provider appropriate liability and property insurance for the Technical Center.
– Maintains through the Technical Center a continuing program to increase the corporate and individual membership.
– Attends and participates in several Section and Interest Group meetings throughout the year.
– Prepares statements of balances in Section treasuries at fiscal year end, as well a Section and Chapter reimbursements in order to complete IRS Form 990.
– Works with Communications/Membership[ Director to determine appropriate advertising rates for AATCC Review for approval by the Publications Committee.
– Guides the Publications staff in ensuring that the monthly magazine is printed on time, and looks for ways to reduce costs while maintaining a high-quality publication. Explores new publications opportunities, such as the social media and other avenues to ensure quality communications worldwide.
– Participates in and encourages staff involvement in the meetings of the Council of Engineering and Scientific Society (CESSE) and the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE), and other appropriate organizations, to gain knowledge and enhance the Association’s technical, membership, education, and publication activities.

E. Administrative Responsibilities
– Renders to the Appropriations Committee and Board of Directors a monthly accounting of receipts and disbursements, a quarterly accounting, and audited financial statements to the Board at the end of the fiscal year.
– Prepares and approves all vouchers and expenditures from the Treasury of the Association (including Executive Committee on Research for research expenditures), and forwards to the Treasurer and President for approval.
– Serves as official liaison officer in dealing with tenancy authorities and with local community relations.
– Serves as the President/Secretary of AATCC Foundation, Inc.
– Ensures that the staff properly reports taxes, social security, and other state and federal documents required of a 501(C)(6) organization.
– Serves as trustee for the Association’s 401(k) supplementary savings plan.
– Plans and organizes through the staff the spring and fall committee meetings.
– Serves in liaison capacity with The Society of Dyers and Colourists (SDC) and other related textile societies.
– Processes amendments to the Constitution and/or Bylaws.
– Serves as liaison with Association’s legal counsel and other professional services as directed by the Board of Directors.
– Supervises and/or cooperates in special AATCC projects as directed by the Board of Directors.
– Reviews all contracts and invoices from suppliers and has the Treasurer approve all invoices over $10,000 and Board of Directors approve all contracts over $20,000.
– Assists the Technical, Publications, Membership and Administration Departments in developing their individual department budgets and preparing the yearly operating and capital budgets for discussion and approval at the annual budget meeting.
– Liaises with the Association’s benefit consultants to properly report 401(k) contributions in order to file Form 5500 in March.
– Works with staff to organize the Textile Discovery Summit, including have awards, plaques, medals and pins prepared; holding staff meetings to coordinate publications, facilities and function requirements; prepare invitations for guests and dignitaries. Prepares speeches for the President and presenters of awards that takes place during the Summit.
– Annually reviews the investment portfolios of the Association with the bank and Appropriations Committee.
– Ensures that employee W2 forms are prepared in January, and that 1099 and 1096 forms are filed by March for contract workers.
– Works with administrative staff in preparing for annual audit and assists auditors in the preparation and review of the annual Association audit.
– Prepares Annual Report form for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
– Works to establish strong liaisons with other textile manufacturing and technical associations.
– Oversees the maintenance and upkeep of the Technical Center building and grounds.
– Maintains the records, files, archives and current literature, and such properties as the Association may hold for distribution to the membership or public.

Job Description

Candidate should have demonstrated excellent leadership skills. Prior textile wet processing experience or practical experience in textile testing is preferred. Candidate should have strong oral and written skills and have the ability to conduct meetings of diverse technical, political and social agendas.

Term Limit: The Chair of the Executive Committee on Research is confirmed by the Board of Directors as described in Article V, Section 5 of the AATCC Constitution. The individual typically will have served as Chair of the Technical Committee on Research for three years and Vice Chair of Technical Committee on Research for three years, successively.

Responsibilities

– The Chairperson of the Executive Committee on Research (ECR) is a member of the Board of Directors (Constitution, Article V, Section 2) and is expected to attend all meetings of the Board of Directors.
– The primary duty of the Chair of ECR is in leading that committee, which shall be responsible for establishing policy for and programming of all technical activities
of the Association.
– The Chair of ECR reports to the Board of Directors on the activities of ECR and TCR.
– The individual chairs the meetings of ECR, which meets during each series of research committee meetings with policy sessions, normally held in May and November.
– The President, in consultation with the Immediate Past President and/or Chairperson of the Executive Committee on Research, will review annually with the Executive Vice President progress made toward Association and staff goals.
– Frequently, issues arise that require a called meeting of members of the ECR, TCR, or other committees. The Chair makes certain that these special meetings are held and leads these meetings.
– Judgments on policy interpretation concerning technical issues relating to ECR responsibilities, such as the International Conference technical program or letter ballot negatives, are rendered in consultation with the Technical Director by telephone, mail, fax or called meeting.
– The ECR Chair confers with the Technical Center staff pertaining to the numerous technical activities of the Association.
– The ECR Chair reports to ECR all activities of the Technical Center laboratories, including deciding which projects are undertaken, equipment needs, budgeting and staffing.
– The ECR Chair reviews and approves with ECR the budgets for the Research and Technology committees, which are submitted through TCR.
– It is the responsibility of the Chairperson of ECR to ensure that the subcommittees of that committee are appropriately populated and also appoint subcommittee chairpersons. At present there are two standing subcommittees of ECR: C2-S1 International Test Methods Committee and C3 Technical Committee on Research
– It is the responsibility of the Chair of ECR to ensure that the committee appoints the new member of the Henry E. Millson Award for Invention Committee.
– The Chair of ECR is an ex officio member of the Education Advisory Board.
– The Chair of ECR is a member of the Board of Directors for AATCC Foundation, Inc. and is expected to attend and participate in all Foundation Board meetings.

(revised 1/2007)

Job Description

Chair of the C7 Publications Committee should have demonstrated leadership skills. Prior textile wet processing experience preferred; however, candidate may come from a background in academia, sales, or business management. Candidate should have strong oral and written skills and have the ability to evaluate written papers submitted for publication.

Term Limit: The Chair of the Publications Committee is appointed by the Board of Directors as described in Article IV, Section 6 of the Bylaws and may serve up to five years consecutively. The Board may extend an appointment beyond five years (Article IV, Section 13 of the Bylaws).

Responsibilities

– The Chair of the Publications Committee is a member of the Board of Directors and is expected to attend all meetings of the Board of Directors.
– It is the responsibility of the Chair of the Publications Committee to ensure that any subcommittees of that committee are appropriately populated and also appoint subcommittee chairpersons. He or she is an ex officio member of all Publications’ subcommittees. At present, there are no standing subcommittees of the Publications Committee.
– The Chair of the Publications Committee is expected to participate in the activities of the subcommittees and plan and conduct meetings of the Publications Committee during the Fall and Spring series of AATCC committee meetings.
– The individual is responsible for developing a vision for all of the Association’s publication activities.
– The individual is expected to communicate frequently with the AATCC staff on matters relating to publications and will work with the staff and through the subcommittees on issues regarding the peer review process, style and format, budgeting, pricing and other matters of committee concern.
– The Chair of the Publications Committee is a member of the Board of Directors of AATCC Foundation, Inc. and is expected to attend and participate in all Board meetings.

(revised 8/2008)