This is an elected and volunteer position. The President is the chief executive officer of SAWG and shall perform all duties usually incident to the office in similar organizations. The President shall be the presiding officer at all Board of Directors and General meetings and may call any other meetings deemed necessary. The position is responsible to both the Board of Directors and the Membership. The elected position is for one year and may be elected for a second year. The position requires an average of 4-6 hours/week.

• Be able to communicate verbally and electronically with the membership, board, and community. Demonstrate leadership and organizational skills. Be able to handle a level of complexity dealing with internal and external issues or concerns of the organization. Demonstrate good interpersonal relationship skills.
• Work closely with the Past President who serves in the capacity of an advisor to the current President and the Board as needed.
• Act as a spokesperson of the organization internally and externally such as outreach to the community, grants, or media activity.
• Monitor and handle any conflict of interest that may occur within the organization. Seek guidance from the Board and Past Presidents Council, as needed, and for matters of historical importance.
• Adhere to SAWG Bylaws, Mission & Vision Statements, and the Policies & Procedures.
• Arrange the Annual Planning Retreat for the Board, chairpersons and other members interested in contributing to the annual planning session for the organization. Create an agenda, facilitate the meeting, and summarize results.
• Write a monthly President’s Message to communicate with the membership. Use peer review for any communication to the membership or external organizations.
• Renew and sign all SAWG licenses, contracts, and tax filings.
• Work closely with the Treasurer/Bookkeeper to direct the financial matters of the organization. Approve expenditures up to $500.
• Present State of the Guild message in the final month of the fiscal year.