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Moderators - Erawk - 06-06-2010
Hello,
I've looked and searched through the site for information regarding moderator status requirements and job duties but I haven't found anything.
Can anyone post a link to such a page?.... if there is one.
Some of us on the NV board would like to nominate and vote for a new moderator. I was hoping to find the above-mentioned information to provide to potential candidates.
Any help is appreciated. Thanks
Erawk
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Re: [Erawk] Moderators - macfly55 - 06-07-2010
Erawk,
thank you for your post and interest in nominating someone as a mod...
the person you need to contact is theangler ([url "mailto:mgh@bigfishtackle.com"]mgh@bigfishtackle.com[/url]) who is the site administrator.. he is the one who makes the decisions on who is or is not a moderator...
in general a mod is there to make sure that all conversations are within the guidelines of the site.. for example.. we look for spammers (people who are trying to promote their own sites or businesses illegally), that is probably one of the biggest thing we have to do..
we also try our best to keep conversations going.. resolve any conflicts that may arise.. help posters with site questions etc..
as for qualifications.. the big one is patience... knowledge of the topics at hand .. and a willingness and time to keep a good check on the boards that they are responsible for..
hope this helps but if you have any other questions please dont hesitate to ask...
MacFly
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Re: [Erawk] Moderators - wiperhunter2 - 06-07-2010
[font "Verdana"][size 2]BFT MODERATOR PROGRAM[/size][/font]
[font "Verdana"][size 2]REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES:[/size][/font]
[ol][li][font "Verdana"][size 2]Registered (and active) BFT Message Board member in good standing[/size][/font] [li][font "Verdana"][size 2]Residence in state or area to be moderated.[/size][/font] [li][font "Verdana"][size 2]Good background in fishing.[/size][/font] [li][font "Verdana"][size 2]Creativeness to post topics in your forum that others will be interested to respond to.[/size][/font] [li][font "Verdana"][size 2]Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the subject of any topical board to be moderated.[/size][/font] [li][font "Verdana"][size 2]Good computer skills and Internet savvy.[/size][/font] [li][font "Verdana"][size 2]Basic business knowledge and good people skills.[/size][/font] [li][font "Verdana"][size 2]Team player…willingness and ability to interact with other BFT members and moderators.[/size][/font] [li][font "Verdana"][size 2]Available time to devote necessary efforts to building and maintaining assigned boards. Approximately 15 minutes at least 4 times a week.[/size][/font] [li][font "Verdana"][size 2]Ability to grow your board through talking with other anglers, telling family and friends about your board, handing out stickers and other BFT promotional items.[/size][/font] [/li][/ol]
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[font "Verdana"][size 2]WANT MORE INFORMATION:[/size][/font]
[font "Verdana"][size 2]While we actively solicit for people to become moderators, we need to make sure that there are no misunderstandings. The job of moderator is not a paying position and moderators are not employee's of BigFishTackle.Com. [/size][/font]
[font "Verdana"][size 2]The position offers you the opportunity to share your own background and experience…in fishing, business and computer skills…with other members of the largest growing fishing community online and further the sport of fishing. Most of our moderators have many years of experience and have a passion for sharing with others who are just getting started, in a lot of cases. Being a mod is also a good way to make new fishing buddies and learn lots of new stuff from other members.[/size][/font]
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[font "Verdana"][size 2]One of the biggest challenges facing some new moderators is taking over a previously “slow” board (or starting a new one) and building it up to a respectable level of daily activity. That usually requires both creativity and some diligent effort (hard work). However, the pride of accomplishment is usually well worth the struggle. [/size][/font]
[font "Verdana"][size 2]Moderators will pretty much establish the tone and direction of their individual boards, with little interference from administration. But, admins will always be there for help when needed. Mods will also use their own discretion in editing, deleting or otherwise dealing with “problem” posts and posters. Again, the administrators are always available for suggestions and guidance.[/size][/font]
[font "Verdana"][size 2]It is expected that moderators will review their boards at least once daily, if not more. Ideally, new posts should be read as soon as possible, to insure that there is no “flaming” or personal attacking and to edit out objectionable language before others view it. These problems seldom occur on our fishing oriented boards, but there are people who delight in creating problems when there is no supervision.[/size][/font]
[font "Verdana"][size 2]We have a requirement that moderators make at least three posts on their assigned boards each week. Once a board gets going, and there is regular activity, that is not a problem. It can be difficult when trying to “jump start” a new board or an inactive one. That is where creativity and patience must be a part of the moderator’s basic makeup. Again, you can get assistance from administration if you have problems or concerns.[/size][/font]
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Re: [wiperhunter2] Moderators - Erawk - 06-09-2010
Thank you Macfly & WH2.
That is precisely what I was looking for. I will pass it along to the NVboard.
Much appreciated,
Erawk
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