Board Role Definition

PYA President

The President is the chief volunteer leader of Pacific Youth Association (PYA). This role focuses on direction, oversight, coordination, and communication—not doing every task personally. Clear role definitions protect volunteers, reduce confusion, and keep programs running smoothly.

Purpose Responsibilities Boundaries

Purpose of the Role

The President ensures PYA stays mission-focused, organized, and accountable. This role leads the Board, supports volunteers, and represents the organization when needed. The President’s job is to coordinate and empower others—so no single person carries the entire association.

Primary Responsibilities

1) Organizational Leadership & Oversight

Provides strategic direction aligned with PYA’s mission and bylaws
Ensures ethical, transparent operations
Oversees programs at a high level

2) Board Leadership

Presides over board meetings
Facilitates respectful discussion
Ensures follow-through

3) Delegation & Accountability

Assigns responsibility clearly
Prevents role overload
Maintains authority lines

4) Communication & Representation

Represents PYA externally
Builds partnerships
Escalates risk issues

5) Policy & Governance

Ensures policies are followed
Updates procedures
Addresses conflicts properly

6) Support, Not Micromanagement

Supports without taking over
Removes roadblocks
Promotes fairness and respect

Role Boundaries

The President does not manage day-to-day team operations, discipline players, or replace commissioners or coordinators. Clear boundaries protect volunteers and ensure sustainability.