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1 | Time Committment | Stipends | Type | Key | |||||||
2 | Title | Description | Office | Hrs./Wk | Weekly Meetings | Amount | Take Office | Required | Preferred | ||
3 | Assembly | Cabinet | Office/Cmte. | Not Required | Optional | ||||||
4 | President | The spokesperson of the Student Association, they serve as a Representative to the Board of Trustees, appoint students to various university committees, may serve on search committees, deliver reports to the Association, hold townhalls, and advocate for students on various issues. They are charged with overseeing the entire organization, and, through weekly cabinet meetings, work to ensure the organization is operating effectively. | President/EVP | 20 | R | R | R | $3,000/semester | Elected | ||
5 | Executive Vice President | The additional spokesperson of the Student Association, they work with VPs on their initiatives, carry out high-level programming of the association, hold townhalls, and advocate for students on various issues. Similar to the President, they too are charged with overseeing the organization. | President/EVP | 20 | R | R | R | $3,000/semester | Elected | ||
6 | Comptroller | The head of the Finance Board, they are the spokesperson of the student activitiy fee. Although the Comptroller does not have a vote, they advise the Finance Board on the recommendations and decisions they make. They are expected to hold fiscal agent trainings for RSOs and manage the financial schedule to provide funds for RSOs. | Finance Board | 20 | R | R | R | $3,000/semester | Elected | ||
7 | Speaker | The Speaker is the head of the Assembly. They must run weekly Assembly meetings, following parliamentary procedure, setting up the agenda, and creating a welcoming environment for all members & visitors. They work with the Speaker Pro Tempore and Committee Chairs to ensure the Assembly is operating effectively. | Assembly | 10 | R | R | R | $1,500/semester | Elected Assembly Member | ||
8 | Speaker Pro Tempore | The primary responsibility of the Speaker Pro Tempore is working with the Speaker in overseeing the committees to ensure they is operating effectively. The Pro-Tempore serves as the Chair of the ROOF committee, which allows them a weekly opportunuty to coordinate with the Chairs and pass bills/assign them to relavent committees. They run meetings when the Speaker is not present. | Assembly | 8 | R | O | R | $1,200/semester | Elected Assembly Member | ||
9 | Chief of Staff | Reporting directly to the President & Vice President, the Chief of Staff should work in conjunction with the President & VP to lead cabinet meetings. They individually will oversee cabinet officers ensure they are on top of their own offices & directors. | President/EVP | 10 | R | R | R | $1,500/semester | Appointed | ||
10 | Director of Internal Operations | Reporting to the President & VP through the Chief of Staff, the Director is expected to coordinate the demerits system and oversee office hours. They are responsible for ensuring members are engaged, attending meetings, and are happy & comfortable in the organization. If members are uncomfortable or unhappy, they seek to fix that. If members are failing to engage, they may be expected to either sit down with the member or bring them through the disciplinary procedure. | President/EVP | 8 | R | R | R | N | Appointed | ||
11 | Vice President of Academic Affairs | The top student leader for Academic Affairs, they lead the SA Office of Academic Affairs. They will research academic policy, create memos, hold various meetings with administrators and staff to offer proposals, and advocate for improved academic policies at the university. | AA | 8 | R | R | R | $1,200/semester | Appointed | ||
12 | Vice President of Community and Government Affairs | The top student leader for Community & Government Affairs, they lead their respective office. They are tasked with maintaining strong relationships with community organizations, both on- and off-campus. They are expected to work with their staff to advance advocacy to local public officials on the local, state, and federal levels. They must work with the Assembly Committee on CGA to execute the Spring Into Action & Fall Into Action initiatives. | CGA | 8 | R | R | R | $1,200/semester | Appointed | ||
13 | Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion | The top student leader for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility, they lead the SA D&I Office. They will seek to engaged and build relationships with different marginalized & underrepresented communities on-campus. They must work with the Assembly D&I Committee to execute Multicultural Awareness Week and various other programs. They may create ad-hoc committees to develop reports, such as the DEIA report of recommendations created in the 65th Session. | D&I | 8 | R | R | R | $1,200/semester | Appointed | ||
14 | Vice President of University Affairs | The top student leader for University Affairs, they lead their respective office. They must work with the Assembly Committee on UA to execute Mental Health Awareness Week. They are expected to keep a close pulse on the student body to implement new initiatives, such as the Grocery Store Trolley Program. They will meet with administrators to discuss various policy changes. | UA | 8 | R | R | R | $1,200/semester | Appointed | ||
15 | Student Advocate | As the leader of the Office of Student Advocacy, the Student Advocate is responsible for coordinating with other RSOs to build relationships for future advocacy work. They are responsible for creating a team of organizers and caseworkers. Caseworkers will assist students in any disciplinary manner. Organizers will assist the student advocate in educating the student body about the rights and resources available to all students. They will also assist in coordinating collective action for protests, press conferences, and other campus demonstrations. | OSA | 8 | P | R | R | N | Appointed | ||
16 | Undergraduate Representative to the Board of Trustees | The Undergrad Representative serves alongside the Student Association President on the Board of Trustees. They are expected to complile reports on pressing student life issues. They must meet the highest possible level of professionalism and activism to be an effective representatitve. They must be experience and skilled at conducting research and writing professional reports. | President/EVP | 4 | P | N | N | N | Appointed | ||
17 | Director of Government Affairs (CGA) | In the Office of CGA, they are the SA liason to public officials in the City of Syracuse, Onondaga County, State of New York, and on the federal level. They may also coordinate with non-profits and other organizations in their advocacy work. They can plan and hold press conferences. They can draft proposals and reports to be delivered to public officials. | CGA | 3 | R | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
18 | Director of International Student Affairs | In the Office of DEIA, they are the SA official representing interestes specifically for international students. They are expected to develop relationships with international students and intl. student organizations. | D&I | 3 | R | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
19 | Director of LGBTQ+ Student Affairs | In the Office of DEIA, they are the SA official representing interests specifically for LGBTQ+ students. They may plan events for National Coming Out Day, Pride events, and others. They must also develop a strong relationship with the LGBTQ Resource Center and have recurring meetings. They may also work on proposals for university policy changes. | D&I | 3 | R | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
20 | Director of Indigenous Student Affairs | In the Office of DEIA, they are the SA official representing interests specifically for indigenous students. They are expected to develop relationships with multicultural students, indigenous student organizations, and the Office of Multicultural Affairs. | D&I | 3 | R | N | R | ||||
21 | Director of Multicultural Student Affairs | In the Office of DEIA, they are the SA official representing interests specifically for multicultural students. They are expected to develop relationships with multicultural students, multicultural student organizations, and the Office of Multicultural Affairs. | D&I | 3 | R | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
22 | Director of Sexual Assault and Relationship Violence Advocacy and Awareness | The role of the Student Association Director of Sexual Assault and Relationship Violence Advocacy and Awareness on Campus will be to provide services and resources for students who have been victimized by these hateful acts as well as provide education and tools to the community. Resources will include trauma support, counseling, health services, as well as local and on campus services. The committee will be responsible for updating and implementing a resource and education website, attending, and creating awareness events for the campus, meeting with SU departments such as DPS, Title IX, Chancellor's Office, Student Experience, Counseling Services, and Student Retention and Support as well as providing a means of support and safe space for survivors. | UA | 3 | P | N | O | N | Appointed | ||
23 | Director of Sustainability | Under the VP of UA, the Director will have frequent meetings with the Sustainability Management office, plan sustainability-related initiatives, lead promotional efforts, create reports. | UA | 3 | R | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
24 | Clerk | The Clerk is an Assembly Member who as additional administrative responsibilities of maintaining the minutes, bill records, and other official documents of the Assembly. Their role is critical to all administrative functions of the Association. | Assembly | 4 | R | R | R | N | Elected Assembly Member | ||
25 | Committee Chair | Chairs of Community & Government Affairs; University Affairs; Academic Affairs; and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility; are leaders of their respective committees. They're responsible for meeting with their committees to discuss legislation, events, and other matters relevant to their committee. They should have a strong relationship and frequent communication with their relevant Vice President and their Directors. They are also required to attend the Rules, Operations, Oversight, & Finance Committee, which is led by the Speaker Pro-Tempore. | Assembly | 5 | R | N | R | N | Elected Assembly Member | ||
26 | Assembly Member | The legislative backbone of the Student Association, they are expected to draft legislation, collaborate with their committees, review recommendations from the Finance Board, support the Association by attending and assisting with events. | Assembly | 3 | R | N | R | N | Elected | ||
27 | Historian | Responsible for recording the history of the SA by taking pictures, keeping track of bills, and maintaing plaques and pictures commemorating our members. | Historian | 2 | R | N | O | N | Appointed | ||
28 | Communications Director | Reporting directly to the President & VP, the Director is the head of all communications efforts for the SA. They are responsible for overseeing all media contact, social media activity, and major internal & external communications. | President/EVP | 8 | R | R | R | $1,200/semester | Appointed | ||
29 | Director of Engagement and Outreach | President/EVP | 5 | P | N | R | N | Appointed | |||
30 | Director of Public Relations | The Director of Public Relations develops and sustains relationships with campus media and organizations. Being a point of contact for interviews, and having knowledge about the Student Association’s roles, initiatives, and actions. | President/EVP | 5 | P | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
31 | Digital Director | Reporting directly to the Communications Director, the Director is the head of all digital activity, including but not limited to: the website, social media pages, copy in emails and other external communications. | President/EVP | 5 | P | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
32 | Photography Director | The Photography Director attends events hosted by the Student Association to acquire visually appealing and effective imagery for the use of social media and transparency. | President/EVP | 5 | P | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
33 | Director of "The Torch" | The Director of “The Torch” manages the Student Association blog, providing updates and information about initiatives, bills, and resolutions that are being worked on by branches of the organization. | President/EVP | 5 | P | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
34 | Treasurer | Reporting directly to the President & VP through the Chief of Staff, the Treasurer is responsible for drafting the operating budget, as well as advising VPs and Directors on any financial matters in legislation, or otherwise. | President/EVP | 3 | R | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
35 | Board of Elections Chair | As the leader of the Board of Elections, the Chair is responsible for planning, delegating, and executing all parts necessary to run a successful campus-wide election in the fall & spring. The Chair may identify particular areas where Commissioners will be expected to work in (e.g. outreach, promotion, etc.) | BOE | 10 | R | R | R | $1,500/Semester | Appointed | ||
36 | Board of Elections Vice Chair | As the second-in-command of the Board of Elections, the Vice Chair is responsible for assisting the chair in planning, delegating, and executing all parts necessary to run a successful campus-wide election in the fall & spring. They will also aid in executing the "Cuse Otto Vote" inititative. | BOE | 5 | P | O | R | N | Appointed | ||
37 | Board of Elections Commissioner | As a key part of the Board of Elections, a Commissioner is expected to work alongside the Chair to ensure a successful campus-wide election. They must maintain integrity, uphold election security, and provide for a clean campaign cycle. | BOE | 3 | O | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
38 | Chief Justice | The Chief Justice, as leader of the court, is expected to hold meetings at least every two weeks. They must also attend weekly cabinet meetings. | SCOTSA | 5 | O | R | R | N | Appointed | ||
39 | Deputy Chief Justice | The Deputy Chief Justice, who shall serve as leader of the court in the absence of the Chief, will also serve as the Parliamentarian for the Assembly. They will provide points of parliamentary clarification and assist the Speaker in running a smooth meeting. | SCOTSA | 5 | R | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
40 | Associate Justice | Associate Justices will be responsible for drafting opinions, reviewing legislation, and providing advice on legislative questions. | SCOTSA | 3 | O | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
41 | Finance Board Member | The most direct members of the finance board, they are tasked with reveiwing fiscal requests and approving or denying them based on their compliance with the fiscal codes. They may also attend RSO programs to audit whether they are meeting fiscal codes. They must report organizations they are a member of to publicly present any conflicts of interest. | Finance | 5 | N | N | R | N | Appointed | ||
42 | University Senator | Student representative to the University Senate, which is the Syracuse University governing body consisting of students (undergrad, grad, and law students), faculty, and staff. Monthly meetings on Wednesday afternoons on Zoom. | AA | 2 | O | N | N | N | Appointed | ||
43 | University Senate Undergraduate Student Caucus Chair | Under the VP of AA, the Caucus Chair will coordinate with all undergraduate representatives on the University Senate to ensure positive attendance and participation. They will serve as a liaison between the Assembly and Executive to deliver any legislation from SA to the University Senate. They must be a University Senator. | AA | 3 | O | N | N | N | Appointed | ||