Are you interested in taking a more active role with GFT? GFT Union Chair Elections are just around the corner! Each Exclusively Recognized Unit has the opportunity to elect a Unit Chair, Unit Vice-Chair, and Recorder to be on GFT’s Executive Council. The Election is February 26, 2021.
Unit Chair Duties*
- Be the official spokesperson for the unit
- Attend GFT Executive Council meetings (held every other Monday) & GFT General Membership meetings
- Add unit specific items to meeting agenda when necessary
- Inform & update Executive Council of unit matters
- Hear an process grievances in consultation with the Executive Board
Unit Vice-Chair Duties
- Preside at union meetings in the absence of the Chair
- Preside as Chair pro tem at Executive Council and General Membership meetings if necessary
- Assist in hearing & processing grievances
Unit Recorder Duties*
- Preside at union meetings in the absence of both the Chair & Vice-Chair
- Serve as Chair pro tem at Executive Council & General Membership meetings if needed
- Record meeting minutes
- Assist in hearing & processing grievances
Information on how to file for candidacy will be provided by GFT in the coming weeks.
*A full list of position duties can be found in the GFT bylaws.