Leslie Alday
Conductor -

The duties of Conductor shall include assisting the President and performing such duties as the Ritual may prescribe. The Conductor shall arrange the room and put items away at the close of the meeting. (Refer to Article VIII, Sec. 818)

Ultimately, the Conductor is the first one in the room to prep it for the meeting, so get up early and take your tennis shoes with you to set up and take down.

The Conductor’s duties are best accomplished by:
  • Being well versed in the National Bylaws and Ritual, as well as the Floor Plans provided in the current Podium Edition: Bylaws and Ritual.
  • Examining each member’s dues cards, as directed by the President. In most cases the Guard should check the membership cards prior to entering the meeting.
  • Rising at the command of the President for the purpose of roll call. As the Secretary calls the roll of Officers, you will respond "present” or "absent” for each position called.
  • Following the command of the President to rise and advance to the rear of the altar standing to the left of the Chaplain, with or without floor work, for the opening and closing prayers.
  • Escorting guests or members into or during the meeting as directed by the President.
  • Following the direction of the President and Chaplain, should the President choose to hold a Memorial Service.
  • Following any other commands of the presiding Officer, such as passing out items, etc. [NOTE: Districts should educate the Auxiliaries on the duties of the Conductor.]
I am looking forward to my year as Department of California Conductor, but I am extremely nervous about it as I fear really blowing the Cross of MALTA. I will be studying relentlessly my Rituals and pulling on the earlobes of my mentors and those that I know have held this Office. Please feel free to reach out to me with questions or concerns.
 
Leslie is a member of VFW Auxiliary 6311 in California District 13.