1. District Governor Job Responsibilities
District Governor Job Description
Richard Arians & Bill Ohnsted
Mike Downey, Central Region
The Four Essential Functions
The Seven Essential Actions
Other Important Responsibilities
The “Tool Kit” for DG’s
Region Fees

2. The Four Essential Functions
Be the “FACE of SERRA”
Through your personal presence, info & service you provide
Let Clubs KNOW they belong to something BIGGER than just their club
Be a CHEERLEADER to Clubs you serve—inspire!
Advise v. Direct
”Servant Leadership”
KNOW the Clubs you serve and your Bishops
IDENTIFY and DEVELOP your replacement
Job Duration: 2-5 years ?

3. Seven Essential Action Items
Officer Lists : accurate, complete, timely
Check annually on IRS compliance
Planning Calendar monthly to all club officers
Visit Clubs personally
Conduct regular concalls for all club presidents
District Council formation and use
Conduct Spring Officer Training
Participate in Reg Director concalls, meetings

4. Other Important Action Items
Attend Serra Rallys to keep self trained, informed and inspired
Attend Leadership Webinars (3x/yr)
Prompt Clubs to pay dues when necessary
Prompt Clubs to have representation at SI Convention either in person or by proxy
Encourage Clubs & Individuals to contribute to the Serra Foundation
Lead or assist in new club formation

5. The District Governor’s TOOL KIT
A freeconferencecall.com account to use for presidents’ conference calls
Group lists:
Presidents in your district
Treasurers in your district
For each club in your district, a group list that includes: President, Treasurer, VP’s of Vocations, Programs, Membership & Communications
Ready to Go ppt presentations for club programs
“Membership: Its more than Just Asking”
“10 Keys to a Successful Club”
District Governor’s Manual
New Club Quick Start Manual

6. Region Fees
Essential to maintaining strong leadership and a strong region
Recommended
District Governor Fee: $3/Serran; $1.50/spouse or under 35
Region Director Fee: $2/Serran; $1/spouse or under 35
Region Convention Fee: $4/Serran; $2/spouse or under 35