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==Recruiting - Mod Recruit Letter==
 
==Recruiting - Mod Recruit Letter==
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'''Replace all XXXX references with your local group name'''
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==== Example 1 - Group Admin and Application Form ====
  
'''Replace all XXX references with your local group name'''
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XXX FREECYCLE.ORG® NEEDS VOLUNTEER MODERATORS
  
Example #1 - Mod Recruit Letter
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To all the members of XXXX Freecycle.org:
  
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Freecycle.org needs volunteers to become group moderators. Moderators must live in the XXXX area. Training is provided by email.
Hello! Do you think Freecycle(TM) is a really cool community resource?
 
  
Is it helping you clear out your clutter?
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If you're interested in making a contribution to your community and your planet in learning a little about online community building and media relations; and in keeping stuff out of the local landfill, please keep reading!
  
Do you wonder why nobody thought of doing this before?
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Being a moderator doesn't require a lot of time but does require some dedication. There is lots of support available, it's fun and is a small thing that can make such a big difference.
  
Maybe you should be a moderator for this group! Currently, the XXX Freecycle group doesn't have any local moderators and we are asking for volunteers.
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Simply answer these questions and send your reply to us. You'll hear back within a week. All information is strictly confidential and will not be shared or otherwise distributed outside of Freecycle management. We ask for some personal information for safety and liability reasons and to be able to contact you in an emergency.
  
If you are interested, please read through these qualifications, and if you think you meet most or all of the requirements get back to us as soon as possible:
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Thanks for your consideration
  
MODERATORS SHOULD HAVE THESE QUALIFICATIONS
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Please tell us:
  
* Must live in the area served by XXX Freecycle.
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1. Your full name, contact information (include a phone number), and address where you live.
  
* Have a basic knowledge of the Freecycle rules. They can be looked up and learned fairly quickly.
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2. The e-mail address(es) and User ID(s) you use on Freecycle.org,
  
* Time! You should have an hour or so throughout the day and evening to devote to moderating a group.
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3. Do you have time to moderate the group? It takes at least 10-15 min three to four times a day to review messages, etc.
It is a volunteer position - there is no pay or tangible benefits, just the joy of knowing you're giving back to your community.
 
  
* Computer, Internet access and computer skills. (Obviously another "must")
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4. Do you have access to a computer, even on weekends and holidays? If not, what days and/or hours would you be available?
  
* Internet experience. Knowledge of Yahoo!Groups is a huge plus, but not required.
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5. Are you a co-owner, moderator or member of any other Freecycle groups? Please tell us which groups and your level of involvement.
  
* Writing skills. Correct spelling, proper punctuation, complete sentences, and proper grammar are a must. You must not type in "chat mode" or "IM mode." This means no all upper or lower case typing!
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6. Are you a co-owner or moderator in any non-Freecycle groups? We would like to know if you have experience as a moderator.
  
* The ability to follow instructions. Guidelines have been set up for all Freecycle group moderators to maintain in order to be listed on the main Freecycle web page.
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7. Any relevant experience that would be helpful for us to know.
  
* A positive attitude and the ability to keep your cool when dealing with irate or irresponsible members.
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Please get back to us as soon as possible if this sounds like something you'd like to do. And if you know someone else who would make a good moderator, please pass this message on to that person. If you have any questions, please let us know - we're happy to help!
  
* An interest in environmental causes - you know that Freecycle isn't about FREE stuff but about keeping stuff out of the landfills and building community!
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Please reply to <nowiki>http://my.freecycle.org/home/groups/XXXX/contact_mods</nowiki> and provide us with the information that we need.
  
There are materials available to help teach people the tricks of moderating a Freecycle group and there will be a more experienced mod assigned to the group for a while. The ideal is to have two (or more) local co-mods managing the group.  
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Please put  ‘XXXX Moderator’ in the subject line.
  
Tell us about yourself! Please let us know:
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Thank you.<br>
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---Your signature block---
  
1 Your full name and where you live,
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==== Example 2 - Tailored recruitment letter ====
  
2 The email address and ID you use on Freecycle
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Dear Member,
  
3 If you belong to other Freecycle groups and which one(s)
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We have noticed you understand the true meaning of what Freecycle.org(R) is all about and wondered if you would consider becoming a mod for XXXX Freecycle. The basic activities of moderating normally don't take more than a few minutes a day and most moderators find the experience to be fun and rewarding. Training will take a few hours, but we have a self-guided course that you can go through at your own pace.
  
4 Any relevant experience that would be helpful for us to know.
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Please let us know as soon as possible if this is something you would be interested in doing. We look forward to hearing from you.  
  
If this sounds like something you'd like to do, get back to us right away! And if you know someone else who would make a good moderator, please pass this message on to that person.
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---Your signature block---
  
Let us know if you have questions. We're happy to help!
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==== Signature block ====
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Use a signature block such as this one:<br>
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Copyright C 2016 The Freecycle Network <nowiki>(http://www.Freecycle.org)</nowiki>. All rights reserved. Freecycle.org and the Freecycle.org logo are registered trademarks of The Freecycle Network, CTM Reg. No 428755
  
Your XXX Freecycle Moderators
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==== Note on copyright====
XXX-owner@yahoogroups.com
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In the US use Freecycle.org(R). In the EU, Australia and Canada use Freecycle(R). Everywhere else it is Freecycle(TM). Please [[Trademark|refer to the wiki]] for more information.
 
 
Reply to XXX-owner@yahoogroups.com
 
PLEASE PUT XXX MOD JOB IN THE SUBJECT LINE
 
 
 
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(C) 2003, The Freecycle Network(TM). All rights reserved. Freecycle and the Freecycle logo are trademarks of The Freecycle Network in the United States and/or other countries.
 
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</nowiki></poem>
 

Revision as of 15:37, 21 February 2016

Recruiting - Mod Recruit Letter

Replace all XXXX references with your local group name

Example 1 - Group Admin and Application Form

XXX FREECYCLE.ORG® NEEDS VOLUNTEER MODERATORS

To all the members of XXXX Freecycle.org:

Freecycle.org needs volunteers to become group moderators. Moderators must live in the XXXX area. Training is provided by email.

If you're interested in making a contribution to your community and your planet in learning a little about online community building and media relations; and in keeping stuff out of the local landfill, please keep reading!

Being a moderator doesn't require a lot of time but does require some dedication. There is lots of support available, it's fun and is a small thing that can make such a big difference.

Simply answer these questions and send your reply to us. You'll hear back within a week. All information is strictly confidential and will not be shared or otherwise distributed outside of Freecycle management. We ask for some personal information for safety and liability reasons and to be able to contact you in an emergency.

Thanks for your consideration

Please tell us:

1. Your full name, contact information (include a phone number), and address where you live.

2. The e-mail address(es) and User ID(s) you use on Freecycle.org,

3. Do you have time to moderate the group? It takes at least 10-15 min three to four times a day to review messages, etc.

4. Do you have access to a computer, even on weekends and holidays? If not, what days and/or hours would you be available?

5. Are you a co-owner, moderator or member of any other Freecycle groups? Please tell us which groups and your level of involvement.

6. Are you a co-owner or moderator in any non-Freecycle groups? We would like to know if you have experience as a moderator.

7. Any relevant experience that would be helpful for us to know.

Please get back to us as soon as possible if this sounds like something you'd like to do. And if you know someone else who would make a good moderator, please pass this message on to that person. If you have any questions, please let us know - we're happy to help!

Please reply to http://my.freecycle.org/home/groups/XXXX/contact_mods and provide us with the information that we need.

Please put ‘XXXX Moderator’ in the subject line.

Thank you.
---Your signature block---

Example 2 - Tailored recruitment letter

Dear Member,

We have noticed you understand the true meaning of what Freecycle.org(R) is all about and wondered if you would consider becoming a mod for XXXX Freecycle. The basic activities of moderating normally don't take more than a few minutes a day and most moderators find the experience to be fun and rewarding. Training will take a few hours, but we have a self-guided course that you can go through at your own pace.

Please let us know as soon as possible if this is something you would be interested in doing. We look forward to hearing from you.

---Your signature block---

Signature block

Use a signature block such as this one:
Copyright C 2016 The Freecycle Network (http://www.Freecycle.org). All rights reserved. Freecycle.org and the Freecycle.org logo are registered trademarks of The Freecycle Network, CTM Reg. No 428755

Note on copyright

In the US use Freecycle.org(R). In the EU, Australia and Canada use Freecycle(R). Everywhere else it is Freecycle(TM). Please refer to the wiki for more information.