Chapter Division Elections

Call for Chapter Division Board of Directors Nominations

Shape the Future of AAEM – Nominate a Leader Today!

The AAEM Chapter Division Elections are a testament to AAEM’s democratic values, empowering YOU to choose YOUR leaders—especially at the local level! We are calling on chapter division members to actively participate.

Why AAEM Chapter Divisions are Special
AAEM’s Chapter Divisions provide their members with opportunities to connect with one another at a local level. Participating in your chapter division’s board of directors is also a great way to gain experience in an executive leadership position, while also working with the support of your local community.

Nominate a Leader or Yourself
If you have someone in mind for a role, motivate them to nominate themselves. It’s important for each candidate to personally demonstrate their willingness to serve as a member of your chapter division’s board of directors. To ensure a fair and representative election, only candidates who accept nominations from their colleagues by submitting their nomination information via the online portal will be listed on the voting ballot.

Nomination Rules, Criteria, and Exceptions

Nomination Rules

  • Submit one nomination per person/position. Multiple submissions are accepted. Due to the responsibilities of the leadership position, candidates are encouraged to limit their interest to one chapter division position.
  • Any chapter division member can nominate another person for a position within their chapter (do not need to be an AAEM member). Please note: If you nominate someone, the individual’s “acceptance” is to provide their own self-nomination – so the person nominating someone else needs to ask that individual to self-nominate/apply as well.
  • Only self-nominations will be included on the final election ballot. If a nomination/endorsement is received for someone else, that individual must submit a self-nomination.
  • Nomination and/or endorsement statements for a candidate are only needed when there are contested positions.
  • In the event of an uncontested nomination for a chapter position (i.e. if only one person has been nominated for an open chapter division position) an election does not need to be held for that position; instead, the existing chapter division board will vote to appoint the nominee for that open position. Any contested nominations will lead to an election.

Nomination Criteria

  • Nominees have current chapter division membership
  • Unless a chapter division’s board of directors approves an exception, residents and medical students are only eligible to serve in the resident representative(s) or student representative(s) positions.

Nomination Exceptions

  • Both GLAAEM and DVAAEM uniquely define their Board of Directors’ officer positions as specific state representatives for their respective chapters. If applying for an open position on one of these boards, nominees will be asked to specify which state they wish to represent.
  • Likewise, the USAAEM Chapter Division defines their “At-Large Directors” positions on their Board as representatives of United States military branches. Nominees will be asked to specify which branch of the military they represent.
Submit a Nomination

Nominations Close: September 23, 2024 at 11:59pm CT

Chapter Divisions with Open Positions

  • CAL/AAEM
  • CR/AAEM
  • DVAAEM
  • GLAAEM
  • AAEMLa
  • MOAAEM
  • NY-CT/AAEM
  • TAEM
  • TNAAEM
  • USAAEM
Chapter Division Board of Director Positions and Descriptions

Unless otherwise stated in your chapter division’s bylaws, the executive leadership positions and officer positions are subject to a two-year term limit. The resident and student representative positions are subject to a one-year term limit.

President

The president will address any emergency medicine and other local issues with the chapter division’s board of directors. They will determine and lead the chapter division’s projects and priorities; develop valuable and engaging member benefits for attendees; and lead the chapter division’s recurring board meetings via Zoom and/or in person at AAEM’s Annual Scientific Assembly.

Vice President

The vice president will perform the duties of the president in the absence of the president. They will assist with managing the chapter division and will attend the recurring board meetings via Zoom and/or in person at AAEM’s Annual Scientific Assembly. This position is a great opportunity for chapter members who would like to consider running for chapter division president in the future.

For CAL/AAEM; CR/AAEM; NY-CT/AAEM; MOAAEM; TNAAEM; and USAAEM: Upon the expiration of the term of office of the vice president, the individual serving in such office shall automatically succeed to the office of president.

Secretary-Treasurer
Secretary

They will assist with managing the chapter division by keeping track of the direction and status of the chapter’s ongoing projects. They will attend the recurring board meetings via Zoom and/or in person at AAEM’s Annual Scientific Assembly. This position is a great opportunity for chapter members who are curious about executive leadership.

Treasurer

Coordinates with the chapter division’s executive leadership on matters pertaining to the charge and custody of funds and securities pertaining to the activities and mission of the chapter division. They work with the chapter’s other board members to address emergency medicine and other local issues. They will attend the recurring board meetings via Zoom and/or in person at AAEM’s Annual Scientific Assembly.

For CAL/AAEM: The Secretary-Treasurer position is two, separate positions on their Board of Directors.

At-Large Director

Addresses emergency medicine and other local issues with the other members of the chapter division’s board of directors. They will participate in their chapter division’s projects and priorities as determined by the chapter division president. They will attend the recurring board meetings via Zoom and/or in person at AAEM’s Annual Scientific Assembly.

Associate Representative

This position only pertains to the CAL/AAEM Board of Directors.

Addresses emergency medicine and other local issues with the other members of the chapter division’s board of directors. They will participate in their chapter division’s projects and priorities as determined by the chapter division president. They will attend the recurring board meetings via Zoom and/or in person at AAEM’s Annual Scientific Assembly.

Resident Representative

Addresses the needs and interests of local resident members of the chapter division and other emergency medicine issues with the board of directors.

Student Representative

Addresses the needs and interests of local student members of the chapter division and other emergency medicine issues with the board of directors.

Which Positions are Open for Your Chapter Division?

Every AAEM Chapter Division is unique. Not all positions for every chapter division’s board of directors are currently open for nominations.

View Open Positions for Your Chapter Division
Nominated by a Colleague?

If you are the candidate, please share your experience, why would like this position, and what you hope to accomplish within your term. Please ensure that your colleague has submitted a statement endorsing you for your profile during the election.

Please note that nomination/endorsement statements for someone else will only be shared in the election portal if there are multiple submissions for this role within the chapter.

Voice Your Nomination Acceptance

Questions? Email Elizabeth Mueller, AAEM Program Manager.