AMATYC Leadership Positions
AMATYC is always looking for volunteers to support the organization. If you have an interest, we can probably find a volunteer position for you. Our volunteers lead our AMATYC networks (ANets), read proposals for talks at our conferences, edit our newsletters and position statements, run our student competitions, and review articles for the MathAMATYC Educator. Some volunteer positions are for a brief time and a specific task (e.g., reviewing and approving the Delegate Assembly minutes) and others are ongoing (e.g., creating problems for the Student Mathematics League). Volunteers are what keep AMATYC running. Our thanks go out to all those who have volunteered and are currently volunteering!
Some of our volunteer positions receive support to help defray the cost of attending the AMATYC Annual Conference. This support includes airfare (up to $600 without pre-approval), lodging for two nights in the conference hotel, and transportation (to and from the airport). It is AMATYC's hope that this financial support will help ease the costs of attending an annual conference for those who must attend as part of their volunteer work.
Want to know more? Ask a volunteer you know, or email your Regional VP, the AMATYC President (president@amatyc.org) or the Executive Director (debora.rimkus@amatyc.org). Not all positions have openings at this time, but many will start the next term on January 1.
AMATYC Open Positions
Student Research League (SRL) Coordinator - Sept2025
AMATYC is searching for our next Student Research League Coordinator. The SRL Coordinator oversees all activities related to the Challenge Problem process, and Thesis Defense process.
Term of Office
The term length is two years. The initial term will be September 1, 2025 through August 30, 2027, with possible reappointment for two more 2-year terms. The SRL Coordinator must be an AMATYC member during the entire term of appointment. AMATYC supports this position by reimbursing some of the costs of attending the AMATYC Annual Conference.
Major Duties
1. Chair the SRL Challenge Problem Design Team.
2. Identify volunteers to design Challenge Problems.
3. Supervise the construction of the Challenge Problem in accordance with the SRL Policy.
4. Select, work, and edit the Challenge Problem to be used in the Challenge Problem each year.
5. Ensure each Challenge Problem is completed in a timely manner.
6. Chair the SRL Thesis Defense Evaluation Team
7. Identify volunteers to review and evaluate Thesis Defenses.
8. Supervise the construction of the Thesis Defense evaluation method in accordance with the SRL Policy.
9. Ensure the Thesis Defense evaluation is completed in a timely manner.
Click here for a complete list of duties and qualifications.
Application Process
To apply, submit your name, email address, other contact information, brief vita, letter of application, and letter of support (indicating you will be allowed to attend the AMATYC Annual Conference), using this link. In your letter of application, please discuss why you are interested in this position and specific experience that relates to this position.
Position will be open until filled, with screening beginning September 15.
Questions?
Contact Jennifer Travis, AMATYC Southwest VP at jennifer.travis@amatyc.org.
AMATYC Representative to The Joint Committee on Women in the Mathematical Sciences - Sept2025
If you are interested in serving in this position, please contact George Hurlburt at georgehurlburt@amatyc.org.
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Sample AMATYC Positions
Note: The information presented reflects the most recent posting and may change next time the position is offered.
Many positions require an accompanying Letter of Support.
AMATYC Conference Coordinator
Are you looking for ways to become more involved with AMATYC? Do you enjoy organizing meetings or conferences? Do you love a chance to work with others? AMATYC is looking for its next Conference Coordinator. This person must be energetic, organized and self-motivated. The new Conference Coordinator will 'shadow' Keven Dockter, AMATYC's current Conference Coordinator and then take over the position for a 5-year term.
The Conference Coordinator (CC) oversees and manages all aspects of the annual AMATYC conference. The CC chairs the conference committee, composed of individuals responsible for the program, exhibits, advertising, publications and local arrangements. The CC is the budget manager for most conference expenses.
This is a supported position that requires year-round work, often many hours per week. Extended travel time is required to participate in Executive Board meetings and, with the assistance of a professional conference planning organization. to conduct visits to potential, current, and future conference sites. Contract negotiation and monitoring is also required related to hotels, convention centers, audio visual and exhibitor companies.
Candidates must have excellent organizational skills including attention to details, written and verbal communication skills, budget management skills, and the ability to work collegially with leaders in the organization and in the hotel and conference industries. Significant conference planning experience and knowledge of AMATYC is required.
Minimum Qualifications:
● Be a self-starter with good organizational and communication skills, and the ability to facilitate the efforts of others;
● Show evidence of budget management;
● Have conference planning experience;
● Have some supervisory skills;
● Be able to travel regularly and maintain a flexible schedule;
● Be able to work without direction and possess good interpersonal skills;
● Be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
● Be conversant about AMATYC's mission, goals, strategic plan, and activities; and
● Be knowledgeable about mathematics education at two-year colleges and have a passion for mathematics education improvement;
The new Conference Coordinator will begin duties at this fall's conference by shadowing the current CC. A phase-in period of 1-2 years is planned during which the new CC will gradually assume the responsibilities of Conference Coordinator. The CC is expected to be an AMATYC member during the term of service.
Interested candidates should submit a vita, a letter of support from a supervisor, and a personal letter describing their qualifications and experience related to this position.
A detailed list of Conference Coordinator duties is available here.
Executive Director
For the job description, click here.
Position Statement Editor
The Position Statement Editor will edit position statement drafts during the creation/review stages as well as approved position statements. In addition, the Position Statement Editor works closely with Chairs of the AMATYC ANets, and the Executive Board to coordinate the review cycle of position statements, and with the Website Coordinator to ensure that updated/new position statements are posted on the AMATYC website.
Qualifications
- Current AMATYC member with a Regular or Life membership.
- Proficient computer and technology skills, the ability to quickly learn new computer applications, and access to fast and reliable Internet service.
- Well organized person with proficient written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of proper APA citations.
- Ability to work with colleagues and to provide leadership and vision.
- Ability to take direction from and work with others cooperatively.
Duties per Policy
- Coordinate editing of position statements according to the policy for position statements
- Track position statement review and remind ANet Chairs of position statements that are up for review.
- Maintain the position statement webpages by sending updates to the website coordinator.
Note: This position does not receive support to attend the AMATYC Annual Conference.