COMMUNITY LIAISON

The Community Liaison is responsible for developing, facilitating, and implementing affirmative action for the Society. The Community Liaison reports to the Vice President for Public Relations.

DEADLINES	DUTIES

June	Participate in a transitional board meeting to discuss position with predecessor, review job description and annual report.

July	With the President and General Manager plan affirmative action for the season, including goals and ways to implement plan. Present for the Board's approval. Revise Affirmative Action Mailing List and give to Computer Services.

August/Sept.	Do a mailing to community groups including a welcoming letter, brochure, and audition notices. Utilize mailing labels provided by Computer Services.

November	Review grant guidelines with General Manager. Include affirmative action plan and report in Evanston Arts Council Grant application (usually due Dec. 15).

One month before each concert

Prepare letter or presentation and offer complimentary or discounted tickets for community groups as provided in the affirmative action plan.

Concert day	Make arrangements with the House Manager to collect data on minority members of our audience.

On-going	Follow through on any special implementation included in the season's affirmative action plans.

Attend Board meetings.

May	Get data on minority members from membership chair and General Manager. Prepare year-end report on affirmative action for the season.

Make recommendations for next season's affirmative action plan.

Revise job description if necessary, and discuss position with successor at transitional board meeting.