Call for Applications
The South Dakota Multi-Housing Association (SDMHA) is powered by passionate leaders who are committed to strengthening our rental housing industry and supporting communities across our state. Each year, we look for members who are ready to step forward and help shape the future of our industry.
We are now accepting applications and nominations for the SDMHA Board of Directors for 2026.
Serving on the SDMHA Board is both an honor and a responsibility. We welcome individuals (property owners and property management staff) who are passionate, dedicated, and ready to make a difference. Here are some more details:
OBLIGATIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
- Establish policies that will serve as the framework for decision-making and strategy on issues that affect the industry or the operations of the association.
- To annually adopt a strategic plan from which to set goals, objectives, and priorities.
- To adopt an annual budget adequate for the operation of the association.
- To establish and implement a membership dues structure.
- To communicate possible issues of concern to the Executive Director and Board.
- To actively promote and attend SDMHA events.
- To motivate members to support SDMHA activities.
- Executive Committee to participate in the supervision of the Executive Officer.
INDIVIDUAL DUTIES OF BOARD MEMBERS:
- To attend, in person or via technology, 4 out of 6 meetings, be on time, show commitment to board activities, and follow through on your commitments, with exceptions to this on an as-needed basis.
- Be well-informed on issues and agenda items in advance of meetings.
- To consider all issues based on their merits and which are in the best interest of the entire membership and industry.
- Contribute skill, knowledge, and experience when appropriate and when it benefits the membership and industry.
- Listen respectfully to other points of view.
- Participate in organizational decision-making.
- Financially support the organization through current membership, contributions to door prizes, travel, lodging, etc.
- To serve as a committee liaison as assigned.
- Understand the purpose of the assigned committee and aid in achieving its goals.
- Provide effective liaison between the assigned committee and the Board of Directors.
- Represent the organization to the public and private industry.
- Educate yourself about the needs of the members served.
- Financially support SDMHA Legislative Action Fund.
How to Apply or Nominate Someone. If you or someone you know would make a great addition to the SDMHA Board of Directors, now is the time to act! Click the button below to complete the application and play a key role in advancing our mission.
Deadline is September 30, 2025.
Together, we can ensure a strong future for South Dakota's rental housing industry.
For more information or questions, contact the SDMHA office at 605-336-7756 or info@sdmha.com. Or you can also contact our Chair, Jeff Brooks at 605-336-9131 x145 or jbrooks@costelloco.com