BMI Federal Credit Union

Volunteers Wanted for our Board of Directors and Supervisory Committee


About the Board of Directors

What We Look For

  • Honesty and unyielding ethics
  • Spirit of volunteerism
  • Pre-existing passion for the cause
  • Eagerness to participate and contribute at meetings
  • Willingness to commit time to prepare for and attend board and committee meetings, planning sessions, and special events
  • Ability to listen well and be thoughtful in considering issues
  • Ability to collaborate and contribute knowledge and views in an honest and respectful manner
  • Desire to learn and willingness to continue learning
  • Strong desire for stewardship to others
  • Supportive, but willing to express their own opinion

Why Volunteer

  • Personally and professionally rewarding
  • Expand your career experience and develop transferable leadership skills
  • Gain professional experience with a non-profit organization
  • Make a difference in the financial lives of our members and the community we serve
  • Expand knowledge in a different industry
  • Network with other professionals
  • Elevate your reputation and strengthen your personal brand
  • Receive board education and training
  • Paid continuing education in the credit union industry, with travel expenses reimbursed (webinars and various locations)
  • Annual technology stipend
  • Free meals at meetings
  • No fundraising obligations or goals 

Candidates to Be Considered

Ideal candidates will have experience in one or more of the following:  

  • Accounting
  • Auditing
  • Cyber Security
  • Facilities Management
  • Information Technology
  • Investment Banking / Management
  • Marketing / Branding 
  • Mergers & Acquisitions 
  • Real Estate
  • Risk Management / ERM
  • Technology

Expectations of Qualified Candidates

    • Attend meetings
    • Stay well-informed of agenda items in advance of meetings
    • Participate in open exchange of ideas
    • Participate in decision making
    • Participate in training events increase your knowledge to better serve all members-owners

Minimum Requirements

    • Member of BMI FCU (or willing to become one)
    • At least 18 years old
    • Never been convicted of a crime involving dishonesty or breach of trust
    • Be able to devote time necessary to attend meetings and other functions
    • No conflict of interest
    • Not a current volunteer or paid board or committee member of a financial institution

Submit Your Application

Qualified candidates, please fill out an Application of Interest and email to nominations@bmifcu.org

Learn More About BMI Federal Credit Union 

Read more about the Credit Union
View BMI Federal Credit Union Annual Reports
Explore the website

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