Closing Date

11/15/2025

Current Position Description

Governance Board

ACCA’s Board of Directors have a long standing history of supporting the clients, staff and communities ACCA serves. The board meets on the 4th Monday of the month (except July and December) from 5:30-7pm via Teams.
Roles and responsibilities:
1. Define and oversee the mission of this agency and keep it relevant to the needs of our community
2. Approve programs and services and monitor their effectiveness
3. Provide strategic guidance to the organization and the chief executive officer
4. Ensure financial solvency and help raise resources
5. Select, support and evaluate the chief executive officer
6. Ensure continuous board improvement

Position Type

Board of Directors: Voluntary, legal governing body of a nonprofit.

Current areas of focus for board recruitment

Mission / Core Purpose / Core Values

ACCA improves the lives of individuals experiencing developmental disabilities, delays, and mental health needs, regardless of income, throughout their lifespan.

Briefly describe your board culture.

ACCA is comprised of a diverse group of individuals who represent various experiences that allow for shared perspective and growth.

Why is board diversity important to this organization?

ACCA's diverse board represents the diversity of Alaska and the regions we serve. Continuing to support growth in shared perspectives that support all Alaskans.

Link to diversity statement.

Board Meeting Location

Online meeting optional?

Number of board meetings / year including retreats

Average hours per month?

Are there term limits?

Board terms (years)

Primary language spoken in board room.

Please describe any giving and/or fundraising expectations of your board members.

Are travel expenses related to board service reimbursed? If so explain.

Is there any additional information you would like prospective board members to know?

Address

1020 Barnette St
Fairbanks AK 99701
Website: https://alaskacenter.org/Website
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ACCADisabilityServices?mibextid=LQQJ4dFacebook

Organization Info

EIN: 92-0026479
Year of Incorporation: 1985
Location: Interior
Focus: Human Services
Operating Budget: $1M-$5M
Number of Staff: 25
Number of Board Members: 7
Guidestar page: https://www.guidestar.org/profile/92-0026479

Contacts

Primary Contact for Board Recruitment:
Heidi Haas

Executive Director:
Heidi Haas