BE A LOCAL HR LEADER!
2026 Board of Directors
Applications close on September 30, 2025
Kern County SHRM is currently seeking dedicated, energetic, and empowered HR professionals and partners to serve as leaders on the 2026 SHRM KC Board of Directors.
The Board of Kern County SHRM:
- Sets Organizational Direction
- Provides Oversight
- Ensures Necessary Resources for the Organization
- Professional and Partner Members are eligible to serve on the Board
Please nominate only yourself for a position on the Board. If you know of another Professional Member whom you think would be qualified and interested in serving, please discuss the idea with the member and encourage them to apply.
Benefits of Being a Kern County SHRM Board Member
- The opportunity to make an impact and assist in the development of our chapter, our members and the HR profession.
- An opportunity to be recognized as a leader in the field of human resources.
- An opportunity to develop and enhance your current leadership capabilities.
- More importantly, the opportunity to build relationships, network with peers and colleagues within the HR profession and within the business community!
To serve on the board you must be able to meet the following criteria:
- Be a member of Kern County SHRM and National SHRM
- Attend one Board meeting per month; typically 2 hours in length in-person.
- Be able to provide the time necessary to carry out the specific duties of the position.
- Attend chapter events during the year.
- Serve as an ambassador for KC SHRM, promoting membership, certification, and professional development opportunities.
A complete list of duties and responsibilities can be requested by emailing KernCountySHRM@gmail.com.
Please complete the form below. Once received, Cherrity Ricks, President of Kern County SHRM, will reach out with more information.
For a full list of board roles and responsibilities, please scroll to the bottom of the page. Thank you for your interest — we look forward to connecting with you!
Board Roles and Responsibilities
President: *Must have SHRM or HRCI Certification
The President, shall preside at the meetings of the members and of the Board. They shall direct the Chapter and have charge and supervision of the affairs and business of the Chapter, subject to the ultimate management authority of the Board of Directors. The President is responsible for the Chapter staying in compliance with SHRM affiliate requirements and guidelines and serving as a liaison with SHRM and the State Council throughout the duration of their term of office. He/she must be a current member in good standing of SHRM throughout the duration of his/her term of office. Service term 2 years.
President Elect: *Must have SHRM or HRCI Certification
The President-Elect, at the request of the President or in their absence or disability, may perform any of the duties of the President. shall have such other powers and perform such other liaison duties as the Board, or the President may determine. Service Term: 1 Year President Elect, 2 Year President.
Treasurer Elect:
The Treasurer Elect shall shadow the treasurer and act as a financial officer and advisor to the chapter board of directors. They shall help maintain the chapter mailbox and distribute mail to the appropriate officer, director, or chair. They shall also send dues notices and other invoices to members and help to oversee the work of the bookkeeper, ensuring that all IRS information is filed appropriately. Service Term: 1 Year Treasurer Elect, 1 Year Treasurer.
Conference Director Elect:
The Conference Director Elect shall help to manage the activities of the conference committee to provide conference programs for the chapter membership. Service Term: 1 Year Conference Director Elect, 1 Year Conference Director.
Secretary & Community Relations Director:
The Secretary shall be responsible for recording the minutes of all meetings of the Chapter, shall be responsible for making all members aware of such meetings and shall be responsible for coordinating the activities related to community relations events.
Marketing & Communications Director:
Promotes awareness of the purpose and actions of the chapter through ongoing communication efforts and branding initiatives. Makes sure that HR professionals, both within and without of SHRM are fully informed of chapter resources and activities by using existing and developing connections. Works closely with other chapters members to ensure that the chapter is portraying a consistent and professional image to its members and to the business community at large.
Membership Director:
The Membership Director shall encourage Chapter and SHRM membership growth and shall maintain the official membership roster of the Chapter. They shall have such other powers and perform such other duties as the President may determine. The Membership Director must be a current member in good standing of SHRM throughout the duration of his/her term of office.
Emerging Professionals Director:
The Emerging Professionals Director shall support and empower early career professionals. This involves designing and implementing programs that help new graduates, entry-level employees, and the non-traditional workforce develop skills, knowledge, and networks needed to succeed.
Legislative Director:
Serve as an appointed/elected member of the chapter leadership. Monitor and evaluate on a continuing basis pending legislative, regulatory and legal action at the federal, state, and local level that may have an impact on the management of human resources. Present a legislative report or update to the chapter president and fellow chapter members. Inform elected officials of SHRM’s position on legislation affecting the human resources profession.
Programs & Sponsorships Director:
Collaborate with chapter members to identify relevant topics and potential speakers for monthly programs and events. Coordinate with speakers and vendors to secure engaging presentations that address the professional development needs of members. Present proposed topics and speakers to the board for review and approval to ensure alignment with chapter goals and member interests.
Social Media & Newsletter Editor Director:
The Social Media & Newsletter Editor Director shall be responsible for promoting awareness of the purpose and actions of the chapter through ongoing communication efforts and branding initiatives, using the social media tools.
SHRM Foundation & Workforce Readiness:
Educate, promote, and represent the interests of the SHRM Foundation and its activities to the chapter membership. Educate the chapter regarding the purpose and ongoing activities of the SHRM Foundation including the Foundation’s newest education resources, the status of the annual campaign and upcoming deadlines and events. Encourage the chapter membership to support an annual chapter contribution to the SHRM Foundation by the chapter. Monitors and evaluates on a continuing basis local activities concerning workforce readiness issues and plans and encourages chapter involvement and activities impacting the workforce readiness arena. Presents a report or update to the chapter president and fellow chapter members.
College Relations Director:
Manage the scholarship program, internship program, and college outreach efforts. Develop scholarship application evaluation criteria and design the appropriate materials. Promote the scholarship program and internship program to local colleges and universities.
Certifications Director: *Must have SHRM or HRCI Certification
Manage the chapter’s certification program and related initiatives. Plan and coordinate training events to support members pursuing HR certification. Promote the value of SHRM and HRCI certifications to members. Provide resources, tools, and guidance to help members achieve and maintain certification.