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Revision as of 07:11, 25 March 2026
LG Task Force: Add notes & ideas
Role Introduction
The Membership Officer supports how members experience the Local Group The role centers on three core areas:
Everything else supports these goals. Focus first on welcoming, engagement, and retention. You do not need to do everything at once.
Getting Started
- New to the role? Start with an overview of the role and its guiding philosophy.
- Membership Officer - First Steps
- Membership Officer - Next Steps
- Membership Officer - Settling Into the Role
Not sure what to focus on? See 30-60-90 Day Overview Chart
Core Responsibilities (Member Lifecycle)
First step in the member experience. Ensure new members are contacted in a timely, welcoming, and personal way.
Ongoing connection. Support engagement in ways that work for different members.
Long-term continuity. Support continued membership through thoughtful outreach.
How the Work Gets Done
(These are the primary ways you support members.)
| Area | Description |
|---|---|
| Membership Officer — Member Communication | How you communicate with members, including responding to questions and sharing updates |
| Events and Activities | How events support member engagement, and your role in supporting them |
| Supporting Remote Members | How to include and engage members who cannot attend in person |
Supporting Structures
Extend local connection and outreach.
Local Group Flexibility: Every Local Group organizes volunteer roles a little differently. These responsibilities may belong to the Local Group Membership Officer or be shared among multiple volunteers.
Resources
Communication
- Responding to Members
- Handling Difficult or Negative Responses
- When to Escalate or Hand Off Communication
Templates and Tools
General Guidance
Key Takeaway
Focus on helping members feel:
- Welcomed
- Connected
- Valued