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National
Association of State Judicial Educators Policy and Procedures Manual
Introduction
August 2008
FORMAT
This manual is organized into sections of related information, each of which is given a section number followed by a decimal point. Each section is divided into specific areas, each of which is assigned a three digit subsection number which follows the decimal point of the section number. Numbers are assigned in such a manner that sections and additions within sections can be made without altering the existing numbering system.
UPDATING
The information in this manual is to be reviewed by the NASJE Board on a regular basis and modified as necessary to reflect any changes in policies, procedures and practices. Any member of NASJE may develop and recommend policies or procedures. A majority vote of the Board is required to make changes to the manual.
MAINTENANCE
Both a written and automated version of this manual are to be maintained by the Secretariat of NASJE, who shall make necessary changes as approved by the Board. Copies of the manual and updates are to be provided to Board members and the membership electronically. Updates are to be forwarded to Board members within 30 days of adoption.
PURPOSE
The purpose of the manual is to clarify and record policies, procedures and practices of NASJE for reference, guidance and consistency in operations over time for the general membership, all committees and the Board. The manual assists individuals and committees in more efficiently carrying out duties and responsibilities and allowing members to more effectively participate in NASJE activities and management. The manual supplements the NASJE Bylaws, providing details and operational clarification within the framework provided by the Bylaws of NASJE.
Descriptions offered should provide information regarding duties and responsibilities of the Board and committees so that:
- association members can evaluate their interest in serving
- committee members and chairs can function with consistency
- the Board can identify expectations
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Board thanks Karen Thorson, Past-President, for her foresight in commissioning the original manual and the members who have contributed to its writing.
Ellen Marshall
Sherry Carson
Julie Dagenais Blackburn
Judith Anderson
Elizabeth Hodges |
