Officer

In medieval times, the Seneschal was a household administrative official in charge of domestic arrangements and servants.  A favorite definition: “head bureaucrat, diplomat and mediator”.

  • First major role—be the local legal representative of the SCA
  • Second major role—promote and facilitate communications
  • Third major role—help other SCA members find and do what interests them

NOTE: Nowhere in the definition of the job of a Seneschal are the words “boss”, “tyrant”, “power broker” (or “doormat”, either)

Duties and Role of the Branch Seneschals

Some duties apply to all Seneschals:

  • Be the legal representative of your local SCA group: Sign contracts, co-sign on bank accounts, see that your group’s obligations are fulfilled, see that group activities are conducted according to SCA and Modern law
  • Report on your group’s and office’s activities to your superiors
  • Maintain the records for your office, especially copies of reports, contracts, and insurance info
  • Send waivers to the Kingdom Waiver Secretary on a quarterly basis, as applicable
  • Keep your group informed
  • Take care of paperwork related to your group’s status
  • Familiarize yourself with the governing documents of the Society
  • See that your group presents a favorable image of the SCA
  • Maintain your membership in the SCA

Source: Kingdom of Northshield Seneschals Handbook