Society martial activities are on the rise! With ever increasing access to historical sources, research, and equipment, our equestrian activities are rapidly growing in interest and breadth. The Society Marshal is seeking a Deputy Society Marshal (DSM) for Equestrian to join our team, overseeing SCA equestrian and working to encourage the participation of all in the Society’s martial activities, and striving to expand and improve those activities for the benefit of the Society and its members.
The duties of the office include:
- Inform and support the Society Marshal in matters concerning Equestrian, including all related experimental programs.
- Oversee Kingdom Equestrian Deputies concerning the supervision of these activities at Society events
- Work to promote and improve the safety of the Society’s Equestrian activities
- Work with the Minister of Arts and Sciences to encourage research and inclusion of combat and other historical use of equines.
Day-to-day work of the position entails administering the Equestrian activities of the Society, and coordinating the activities of the Kingdom Equestrian Deputies.
Reports are required to be filed quarterly to the Society Marshal summarizing the equestrian activities of the Society. These activities specifically include:
- Supporting the Kingdom Equestrian Deputies when they have questions, and advising them as necessary
- Review and oversite of Kingdom Equestrian rules to ensure they are consistent with Society Handbooks and any affiliate legal limitations
- Help resolving disputes among Equestrian marshals
- Encouraging the expansion of Equestrian activities in the Society through wise revision of the Society handbooks, and review and approval of experiments with new materials and activities.
The successful candidate must be well versed in administrative techniques, problem solving, and interpersonal communications. The successful candidate will possess:
- Knowledge of Equestrian marshallate policy, rules, and procedures
- Knowledge of the traditions of the Society
- Negotiation skills and experience in resolving differences
- The ability to set aside all preferences and biases for the betterment of all
- Patience in the face of emotion, advocacy and provocation
- Experienced in the use of modern communications media, messaging, e-mail and telephone
You must hold a current Society membership.
Interested applicants should send (1) a letter of interest, (2) a modern resume, and (3) an SCA resume, to the Society Marshal via email – [email protected]
The deadline for applications is September 30, 2024 and is open to all members of SCA Inc. and all affiliates.
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