DV Roles

A role defines the framework of responsibilities, expectations, and authority for a dedicated volunteer position within the organization. Each role establishes:

• Core responsibilities and duties - What tasks and functions you're expected to perform

• Time commitment requirements - Minimum availability, meeting attendance, or event participation expected

• Authority and decision-making scope - What decisions you can make independently and what requires approval

• Reporting relationships - Who you report to and who (if anyone) reports to you

• Required qualifications - Skills, experience, training, or certifications needed

• Performance standards - How success in the role is measured

Roles are listed from highest to lowest authority

1. Executive Director

2. Officer

3. Director

4. Associate Director

5. Lead

6. Assistant Lead

7. Staff
   
   Executive Assistant is not listed above due to the role’s authority being dependent on the person they are assisting.