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During the meeting on talkshoe last night, it was decided by all present to change/add/delete the current moderator positions. There has been numerous problems with the old set-up/positions.

A new position of "Board/forum Administrator" was created and Bruce Sullivan has volunteered to fill this position. A team of 6 Moderators will be chosen Tuesday Night on a special talkshoe call. Use the link for Sunday night to access the call at 8:00 P.M.

Anyone having a desire to fill a moderator position, please send me a PM or post your name here. If you are currently a moderator and wish to continue as one, please also post here or send me a PM. Candidates will be chosen by Chris Tucker, along with assistance from members attending the meeting.

Time requirements vary for these positions, depending on how members act and re-act to topics on the forum, but on average will require 3-6 hours per week. Please consider this when making your decision. Below are the requirements for being a moderator.

RULES AND GUIDELINES FOR RCIA MODERATORS

As a chosen and appointed moderator for RCIA, you will be expected and required to obey and enforce the following rules pertaining to conduct and posting of subject matter on various topics and discussions within the  boundaries of the RCIA forum(s) to which you have been assigned. Please conduct your decisions with professionalism and complete fairness.

1.       All members will refrain from posting subject matter that is demeaning, degrading, and/or derogatory towards any/all members of RCIA. All such posted material will be removed/deleted by the moderator assigned to that topic area, and the offender will be notified by PM/Email of the action and a warning will be issued to cease such activity. Additional future violations may warrant a suspension of posting rights for a period of time.  Any additional violations will be presented to the  RCIA sentinel  for escalation to the Executive board for a decision on actions warranted. The Executive board decisions will stand as “FINAL”.

2.       As a chosen and appointed moderator for RCIA, your ability and desire to assist and help other members achieve the goals they desire through membership in RCIA and participation in the roof cleaning industry will be paramount to the success of the member and our organization in the future. By sharing and demonstrating the professional skills and knowledge you have developed, you will assist RCIA in the development and writing of the “Standards for the Industry”. Patience and compassion will be necessary when dealing with new members seeking knowledge and guidance.

3.       All chosen and appointed moderators will be expected to attend and participate in any conference calls/meetings that are scheduled. Items to be discussed will be posted in the moderators forum prior to the meetings so that proper preparation can be completed and discussions can be productive. Any suggestions arising from these meetings will be escalated to the Executive board for consideration.

4.       Prior to the deletion of any offending post or topic material, it is highly recommended that the moderator in charge of that subject area confer with at least one additional moderator or Executive board member prior to any action being taken. This will ensure uniformity in deletion practices and ward off any future complaints from members.

5.       As a chosen and appointed moderator you may be selected to represent and assist other moderators/board members at conventions, trade shows and/or roundtables throughout the year. Expense monies will be provided on a “to be determined” scale depending on the location and travel required. It will benefit everyone for moderators to learn and practice in depth knowledge of the roof cleaning industry in order to be better qualified for selection in this regard to represent RCIA at these events. Knowledge and professionalism are key to this success.