Being a Chair
What is a Chair?
Chairs are appointed by the TRB Executive Director upon the recommendation of TRB staff. Chairs provide oversight and manage the responsibilities assigned to their respective committee, section, group, or task force.
- A chair is the main point of contact for committee members and TRB staff
- Chairs aid in the development of the TRB Annual Meeting program
- Committee and section chairs may serve up to two consecutive three-year terms
- Group chairs may serve only one three-year term
Contact a chair today by visiting the standing committee and task force home page.
Chair Responsibilities
There are a number of responsibilities required of TRB standing committees and task forces that chairs are tasked with maintaining, such as:
Chair Tools
Following is a list of references available to assist chairs in meeting their responsibilities:
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Most Requested Information
Chair Resources
Leadership Guide
New Chair Orientation
How to Run a Committee Guidance
Deadlines and Deliverables
Online Annual Meeting Paper Review and Program Development Website
Membership Directory Login
TRB Website Best Practices
How to Get Involved with a Committee
Standing Committee & Task Force Member Guide
Emeritus Process
Committee Triennial Strategic Plans (TSPs)
Annual Meeting Tutorial Webinars
New Committee Members Orientation
(Tutorial Webinars and Recordings)
TRB Research Information
Research Needs Database (RNS)
Research in Progress (RiP)
Transportation Research Information Service (TRIS)
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