GW Staff Council site logo

GW Staff Council

 

Annual Elections

The George Washington University Staff Council was established in 2023 to be a voice for GW staff and support the university's mission of delivering high-quality education. To advance this mission, the Staff Council fosters understanding and collaboration by facilitating communication among various campus groups, and advocating for GW staff interests and needs.

The Staff Council is approaching the end of its inaugural term, and we are seeking dedicated and passionate staff to keep the incredible momentum moving forward. If you or someone you know is interested in contributing to this mission, the Election Committee is now accepting nominations for executive staff council members and representatives from GW's schools and divisions. Please review the membership criteria and position descriptions below and complete the nomination by September 6, 2024. The 2025 term will begin on January 1, 2025, and conclude on December 31, 2025. 

If you have any questions about the nominations or elections process, please contact the Elections Committee at [email protected].

Submit Your Nomination by September 6, 2024

 

Eligibility

Per the Staff Council Bylaws, GWStaff Council elected members must:

  • Have concluded their Introductory Employment Period (IEP)
  • Be in a benefited position (part-time or full-time)
  • Work in the division they are representing
  • Should not hold an executive-level position. Executive positions have employee classes of E1-3; please speak to your HR Business Partner.
     

Roles & Responsibilities


The executive officers of the Staff Council shall be the President, Vice-President, Historian, Treasurer, Parliamentarian, Immediate Past President, and Committee Chairpersons. To review a description of each role please refer to our website.

School and/or Division Representative members are elected to serve as the representative from their area and must serve on at least one standing committee. A list of all the representative areas can be found on our website.

For a full description of responsibilities, please review the Staff Council Bylaws.