Join the BABA Board!

The Black Association of Behavior Analysts (BABA) is actively recruiting Board Members to support the organization’s continued growth, governance, and impact.

Board service at BABA is an opportunity to help steward Black scholarship, practice, and community infrastructure in behavior analysis. This work is collaborative, values-driven, and rooted in accountability. We are building for sustainability, not optics, and we welcome leaders who are ready to contribute with intention.

Why Serve on the BABA Board

• Supporting the growth and sustainability of Black-centered professional infrastructure
• Contributing to governance, strategy, and long-term vision
• Strengthening programs related to education, research, advocacy, and community engagement
• Ensuring accountability, transparency, and ethical leadership
• Helping guide conferences, publications, and partnerships that impact the field

Board members play a critical role in shaping the direction and integrity of the organization. Serving on the BABA Board means:

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Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking individuals who are aligned with BABA’s mission and prepared to engage in consistent, thoughtful service.

Core qualities include:

• Alignment with BABA’s values and commitment to centering Blackness
• Reliability, follow-through, and respect for collective decision-making
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Willingness to engage in governance, planning, and problem-solving
• Nonprofit or board leadership

Time Commitment & Expectations

Board service requires consistency. While workloads vary by role, expectations generally include:

• Term length: 3-4 years, varies based on position
• Meetings: Bi-Weekly board meetings and committee meetings as assigned
• Estimated time commitment: Approximately 10 hours per month
• Peak activity periods: Convention planning and strategic initiatives

Current Open Positions:

• Advocacy Chair
  • Oversees advocacy efforts by monitoring policy developments and advancing ethical, compliant strategies that support the organization’s mission.
• CEU Chair
  • Ensures the development, review, and compliance of continuing education offerings in alignment with applicable accrediting standards.
• Conference Chair
  • Leads the planning and execution of the organization’s conferences in collaboration with committees, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Historian
  • Preserves and documents the organization’s history, milestones, and institutional memory, ensuring accurate archival records and continuity across leadership transitions.
• Information Technology Chair
  • Oversees the organization’s technology systems and digital infrastructure to support operations, data security, accessibility, and member engagement.
• Outreach Chair
  • Leads outreach efforts to expand awareness, engagement, and participation across members, communities, and aligned networks, with a focus on access and relationship-building.
    
• Partnerships Chair
  • Develops and manages strategic partnerships with organizations, institutions, and community stakeholders to advance BABA’s mission, programs, and long-term sustainability.
• Parliamentarian
  • Advises the Board and leadership on bylaws and parliamentary procedure to ensure fair, orderly, and compliant meetings and decision-making processes.
• Research Chair
  • Supports and advances research initiatives aligned with the organization’s mission, including scholarship development, dissemination, and research partnerships.
• Secretary
  • Maintains accurate records, meeting minutes, and official organizational documents in accordance with governance and compliance requirements.
• Sponsorship Chair
  • Develops and manages relationships with sponsors to secure financial and in-kind support for organizational programs, initiatives, and events.
• State Initiatives Chair
  • Leads and coordinates state-level programs, partnerships, and initiatives aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
• Study Group Chair
  • Coordinates educational study groups and learning communities to support professional development, collective learning, and member engagement.
• Volunteer Chair
  • Recruits, organizes, and supports volunteers to effectively advance the organization’s programs and initiatives, including conference and event support.

What Board Members Receive

While board service is a volunteer role, BABA is committed to supporting its leaders through:

• Structured onboarding
• Leadership visibility and professional recognition
• Opportunities to shape programming, publications, and partnerships
• Collaborative decision-making and shared governance
• Service documentation for professional or academic records

Board service requires consistency. While workloads vary by role, expAs a growing organization, we are committed to rewarding the hard work and labor of our volunteer board members. We at this time offer the following as benefits:ectations generally include:

• Free BABA Membership
• Conference Registration Discount: 100%
• Conference-Related Activities Discount: 100%
• Conference Recognition
• All members of the Executive Board will be recognized during the conference
• Other discounts will be provided to Executive Board Members occasionally, for specific BABA-related events.
  • The percentage of this discount will range from 5% to 100%.
  • An agreed upon percentage will be discussed amongst the Executive Board and voted on based on the specific event and Executive Board Member participation.
• All Executive Board Members are allowed to utilize the property of BABA for the use of fulfilling their roles on the Executive Board only and to promote BABA. BABA will provide these items and can be used while the Board Member is active in their role. However, some items will be provided as a gift on behalf of BABA.
  • Any item provided as a gift means the sole owner of that item is the recipient and BABA does not expect this item in return when the Board Member is inactive. Examples of gifts:
    • BABA T-Shirts, pens, mugs, etc.
    • Gift bags and any items provided in the gift bag
    • Gift cards
• Additional benefits should be included for top/outstanding performance (i.e., highest fundraising amount, etc). Additional benefits will be provided based on available funds and approval. A checklist will be completed on an annual basis for each Board Member and those Board Members will be provided a bonus based on performance.

Application Process

1. Submit a completed Board application
2. Applications are reviewed for completeness
3. Applicants will be contacted for interview or provided a determination based on application
4. Final placements are made based on organizational needs and fit

note: if you have not heard from us, your application may be incomplete. Please review your submission to ensure all required materials were provided.

What You’ll Need to Apply

Required materials:

1. Completed application form
2. Resume/CV
3. Role(s) of interest and availability
4. Headshot
5. Work sample

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a BCBA or BCaBA to serve? Not for every role. We welcome clinicians, researchers, administrators, students, and community members whose skills align with board needs.

Is board service paid? Board roles are volunteer positions.

What if I’m not sure which role fits me best? You may indicate openness to placement based on organizational needs, however a work sample is still required, so we suggest you identify one you may potentially be skilled for.

How long does the review process take? Review timelines vary and works on a rolling basis. Applicants will be contacted once materials are reviewed and voted on by our board.

QUESTIONS?

For questions regarding board service or the application process, please contact: [email protected]