Moderator Manual:Recruiting notices

Recruiting - Mod Recruit Letter

Replace all XXX references with your local group name

Example #1 - Mod Recruit Letter

Hello! Do you think Freecycle(TM) is a really cool community resource? Is it helping you clear out your clutter? Do you wonder why nobody thought of doing this before? 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. 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:

MODERATORS SHOULD HAVE THESE QUALIFICATIONS
 *Must live in the area served by XXX Freecycle.
 *Have a basic knowledge of the Freecycle rules. They can be looked up and learned fairly quickly.
 *Time! You should have an hour or so throughout the day and evening to devote to moderating a group. 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")
 *Internet experience. Knowledge of Yahoo!Groups is a huge plus, but not required.
 *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!
 *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.
 *A positive attitude and the ability to keep your cool when dealing with irate or irresponsible members.
 *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!

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.

Tell us about yourself! Please let us know:
# Your full name and where you live,
# The email address and ID you use on Freecycle
# If you belong to other Freecycle groups and which one(s)
# Any relevant experience that would be helpful for us to know.

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.

Let us know if you have questions. We're happy to help!

Your XXX Freecycle Moderators
XXX-owner@yahoogroups.com

Reply to XXX-owner@yahoogroups.com
PLEASE PUT XXX MOD JOB IN THE SUBJECT LINE

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