Section 5.6.

The General Manager

The General Manager is a Part Time salaried/non-exempt position reporting to and working at the direction of the Board of Directors. Compensation is based upon a part time status of 0.6 FTE and is set by the Board of Directors. Work schedule is determined by job needs and may include occasional weekends, evenings and holidays. Benefits are described in the current LISECC Personnel Policy Manual.

Article 5.6.1.
Authority

5.6.1.1.
The General Manager is hired by and responsible to the Board of Directors in accordance with the authority contained in the Bylaws, Part 4, Clause 4.4.2.2. In the absence of an employed General Manager, the President of the Board of Directors, or delagatees of the President, shall assume the responsibilities and perform the duties of the General Manager.

5.6.1.2.
The General Manager (or in the absence of an employed General Manager, the President or the Presidents delagatees) shall carry out all the directions of the Board of Directors, whether issued orally or in writing, and shall be supervised in the performance of duties by the President. Insofar as the duties concern finance, supervision shall be through the Chair of the Finance Committee or designee.

5.6.1.3.
The General Manager (or in the absence of an employed General Manager, the President or the President’s delagatees) shall be the direct voice of the Board of Directors in carrying out their wishes but shall also convey written communication from members to the Board’s attention.

5.6.1.4.
The General Manager (or in the absence of an employed General Manager, the President or the President’s delagatees) shall serve as the Managing Administrator, with responsibility for planning, administration and management of the organizations routine activities and personnel.

5.6.1.5.
The General Manager (or the President’s delagatees) shall not exercise any punitive action without specific direction from the Board of Directors.

Article 5.6.2.
Responsibilities

5.6.2.1.
The General Manager (or in the absence of an employed General Manager, the President or the President’s delagatees) shall ensure that all policies and instructions developed by the Board of Directors are properly implemented.

5.6.2.2.
In consultation with the Board of Directors, the General Manager (or in the absence of an employed General Manager, the President or the President’s delagatees), shall: plan, supervise and manage the normal affairs of the organization; interface with the membership, and supervise and evaluate all personnel.

5.6.2.3.
Under the guidance of the Board of Directors act as a representative and spokesperson for Scenic Estates to the public, government agencies, staff, and membership.

5.6.2.4.
The General Manager (or in the absence of an employed General Manager, the President or the President’s delagatees) shall be the point of contact for queries regarding the Rules and Regulations and interpretation.

5.6.2.5.
The General Manager (or in the absence of an employed General Manager, the President or the President’s delagatees) supports the operation and administration of the Board by advising and informing Board members, and interfacing between Board and staff.

5.6.2.6.
The General Manager (or in the absence of an employed General Manager, the President or the President’s delagatees) shall report all apparent lack of compliance within Scenic Estates of Bylaws or applicable codes or laws of the county, state or federal governments to the Board or its designated chair.

Article 5.6.3.
Duties

5.6.3.1.

  1. Assist in the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget.

  2. Financial accounting activities to ensure entry and statement preparation for monthly reporting.

  3. Assemble and distribute all communications to membership and others.

  4. Maintain records, requests, regulations and violations of compliance codes.

  5. Attend Board and other meetings as required.

  6. Provide information to the Board of Directors as needed.

  7. Update and distribute changes to Scenic Estates Rules and Regulations.

  8. Point of contact with corporate attorney.

  9. Maintain all corporate and accounting files in accordance with law.

  10. Prepare and distribute quarterly newsletter to members.

  11. Record, prepare and distribute minutes of monthly Board and Annual General Meetings.

  12. Other duties as changing circumstances might dictate or as directed by the Board of Directors.

Article 5.6.4.
Reports

5.6.4.1.
The General Manager (or in the absence of an employed General Manager, the President or the President’s delagatees) shall submit a report on any subject when requested to do so by the Board of Directors, President or Finance Chair.

5.6.4.2.
The General Manager (or in the absence of an employed General Manager, the President or the President’s delagatees) shall immediately notify the President of any unusual condition prevailing or damage to any property or equipment owned by the Community Club.

Article 5.6.5.
Compensation

5.6.5.1.
The General Manager shall receive from the Community Club a salary for the proper execution of the authority and duties of this office. The amount shall be set by the Board of Directors. In the absence of an employed General Manager, in the instance when the responsibilities ordinarily assumed by an Employee General Manager are delegated by the President to a non-Board of Directors Member, compensation may be determined and paid as deemed necessary by the President. However Board of Director Members who are also delegated (General Manager) responsibilities will not be compensated.

5.6.5.2.
The General Manager shall receive paid vacation upon completion of one full year of employment. The vacation period shall be consistent with the Personnel Policy Handbook of LISECC and arranged for by consulting and receiving the consent of the Board of Directors.

Article 5.6.6.
Review and change

5.6.6.1.
Section 5.6. shall be reviewed annually by the Board of Directors of the Lummi Island Scenic Estates Community Club or more frequently as deemed necessary by that body or if a review is requested by the General Manager.

5.6.6.2.
Section 5.6. may be changed by the majority vote of the members of the Board of Directors present at any meeting properly constituted to do business.

5.6.6.3.
Section 5.6. in its entirety shall be considered a condition of employment of the General Manager and shall be reviewed from time to time by the Board of Directors.