SASCU recognizes the benefit of having its membership represented by a diverse composition in gender, ethnicity/culture, geographical area and age.
SASCU's Board has identified the following competencies that bring value to a Director position:
- Community-minded
- Leadership
- Analytical
- Team-oriented
- Innovative
- Time, energy, and committment
A number of skills, knowledge and abilities have also been identified. Candidates are not expected to possess a high degree of every one of these skill. The strength of a Board is in bringing a diverse set of individuals together in a team to pool their collective knowledge and experience for the benefit of the credit union:
- Human Resources
- Board & Governance
- Strategic Planning
- Risk Management
- Financial Literacy
- Technology
- Business Skills
- Regulatory Framework Expertise