Qualifications

Must be a member of the Cooperative and in good standing, actually receiving service, and a resident of the Districts served by the Cooperative.
Directors cannot be employed by or have financial interest in a competing enterprise or a business selling electric energy or supplies to the Cooperative or a business engaged in selling electrical or plumbing appliance fixtures or supplies to the members of the Cooperative.
Directors cannot be an incumbent or candidate for an elected public office in connection with a salary or compensation in excess of $1,000 annually.
Has not been employed by the Cooperative or an employee of an entity controlled by the Cooperative or in which the employee, or agent of a union or other entity representing, or seeking to represent Cooperative employees regarding the terms and condition of employment with the Cooperative; during the 3 years immediately before becoming a Director.
Cannot do business with the Cooperative or have family that has done business with the Cooperative for goods or services or in which the Cooperative owns a majority interest (Cooperative Subsidiary) during the preceding 3 years.
Have any conflict of interest.
Able to pass a background and credit check.
Not in violation of the Cooperative’s Nepotism Policy.
Hold a high school diploma or equivalent certification.
Has the capacity to enter a legally binding contract.
Must be a citizen of the United States of America.