State Coordinator Job Description

This position is about representing AFA and organizing AFA activities in your state.

For two years you will serve as the communication link between the Board of Directors (BOD), Club Delegates and the individual members in your state. When you have questions about your duties or any other AFA related matters contact your Regional Director (RD). All Coordinators must be an AFA member in good standing for the duration of their term

The job requires that you:

• Disseminate information. You are the communications link between AFA and local members. Make sure that your club delegates are supplied with promotional material for the AFA table at club meetings (Refer to materials list).  Make sure that delegates are kept informed on time-sensitive matters and are passing this information to their clubs.

• Make regular contact with club delegates.  Contact each delegate prior to quarterly board meetings (monthly contact is recommended).  Having club newsletters sent to you will help you keep aware of issues and events. You will also know if AFA material is being printed regularly.

• Coordinate membership drives. Formulate plans to increase AFA membership. Coordinate membership drives with delegates. Setup an AFA booth or display at local bird marts, fairs and seminars, etc..  Ask local Avian Veterinarians if you can leave AFA material in their waiting rooms.

• Submit a quarterly report to your Regional Director (RD) prior to board meetings. Summarize your activities. Include details such as names, locations, dates and results.

• Be alert for any proposed state or local legislation or regulations that affects birds or animals (Most laws say “animals” - this often includes birds).  You are the first line of action against overly restrictive laws and regulations. You are the experts who can educate lawmakers about the pros and cons of what they are considering.  Meet with your state and local elected representatives & appointed officials.  Provide each with some avicultural material to educate them about birds as pets and captive breeding efforts. Make sure to leave your name, address and telephone number. Put your name on the State Fish and Game, and the State Legislature mailing lists to be notified of any new laws or regulations that relate to all exotic animals.  Obtain copies of proposed laws or regulations.  Inform your RD immediately of any legislative or regulatory activity involving birds or animals.  Organize efforts with your club delegates.  Assist in writing informational letters and avicultural opinions with the delegates and club members. Always coordinate your efforts with your RD.

• Be  alert for changes to any state or local regulations or legislation that affects birds or animals.  Actions needed are the same as for new laws or regulations.