Leadership Opportunities 

Volunteers are the lifeblood of AHEPPP: Family Engagement in Higher Education. Through the commitment, passion, and expertise of our membership, AHEPPP remains on the forefront of important issues in working with parents and families. Volunteerism is essential to our success and resource development. By serving as a leader in AHEPPP, you are ensuring the profession is served with timely resources, access to best practices and offering a community of support for the vital work and practice of family engagement.

The following leadership opportunities are available to association members:

  • Spring Summits Committee Chair -- currently open
  • Spring Summits Committee
  • National Conference Chair -- currently open
  • National Conference Team
  • Awards Committee Chair -- currently open
  • Awards Committee
  • Board of Directors -- currently open
  • Mentor
  • Blog Content Curators
  • CAS Representative 
  • Equity, Belonging, & Inclusion Council

All AHEPPP leaders and volunteers are required to be current members of the association for the duration of their leadership terms. 

At AHEPPP: Family Engagement in Higher Education, we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them, we support them and we thrive on them for the benefit of our membership. We are committed to building an association that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.


Current Leadership Opportunities

Leadership Position: Director, Board of Directors (two-four openings)
Reports to: AHEPPP Board of Director President and Executive Director
Length of Term: Three years, renewable. Position begins in January 2024.
Time commitment: Average 5 hours per week, varies depending on season

Applications/Nominations are due by 11:59pm EST on Friday, September 29, 2023.

Role Summary:

The mission of AHEPPP is to support professionals in higher education who promote student success through informed parent and family engagement. As elected officials for the organization, the Board of Directors provide leadership and strategic governance to the organization in support of its membership. The role of the Board of Directors centers on the fundamental responsibilities of providing the organization with sound governance, fiduciary and strategic oversight and direction, and representation across institutional type/size and geographic regions.

The board is responsible for:

  • Ensuring the mission of the organization is carried out and understanding its collective purpose
  • Selecting, supporting, and evaluating the performance of the executive director
  • Strategic and organizational planning
  • Ensuring strong fiduciary oversight and financial management
  • Professional and resource development
  • Supporting the organization's programs and services
  • Enhancing the organization's public image
  • Ensuring legal and ethical integrity

Please visit the Board of Directors Nomination website for responsibilities, application criteria and timeline.

Contact:  Please contact Chelsea Petree, BOD President with any questions.


Leadership Position: 2024 Spring Summits Planning Committee Chair
Reports to: AHEPPP Board of Director President and Executive Director
Length of Term: November 2023 - May 2024
Time commitment: 2-4 hours per week, varies

Position Description: The Spring Summits Chair provides leadership and strategic direction for the two annual virtual Spring Summits. Leading a team of volunteers, the Chair ensures the success of the Spring Summits from start to finish by maintaining that all aspects of the event align with AHEPPP's mission, vision, and values as the premier association for family engagement at the collegiate level. 

Please visit the Spring Summits Committee Chair website for responsibilities, application criteria and link to apply.

Applications are due by October 20, 2023.


Leadership Position: 2024 National Conference Chair
Reports to: AHEPPP Board of Director President and Executive Director
Length of Term: November 2023-December 2024
Time commitment: Average 5 hours per week, varies depending on season

Position Description: The Conference Chair partners with the Board of Directors to establish a conference theme and design; including the technical, operational and digital footprint for the conference. The Chair oversees the administrative and logistical management of the conference,
actively supports sub-committees and co-chairs, and prepares an executive summary after the conference.

Please visit the 2024 National Conference Chair website for responsibilities, application criteria and link to apply.

Applications are due by October 20, 2023.


Leadership Position: AHEPPP Awards Committee Chair
Reports to: AHEPPP Board of Director President and Executive Director
Length of Term: November 2023-December 2024
Time commitment: 2-5 hours per week, varies

Position description: The AHEPPP Awards Committee Chair provides leadership and strategic direction for the Family Engagement in Higher Education Awards. Leading a team of 4-6 volunteers, the Chair ensures the success of awards from start to finish by maintaining that all aspects of the awards process align with AHEPPP's mission, vision, and values as the premier association for for engagement at the collegiate level.

Please visit the Awards Committee Chair website for responsibilities, application criteria and link to apply.

Applications are due by October 20, 2023.