2016-2017 Judicial Branch Application Packet Please submit your application to the S-Building front desk with the current time stamp. Please submit by October 12, 2016 Santa Fe College Student Government Mission: To provide for the student body a form of governance where all students have a voice by fostering an environment that encourages students to reach their full potential.
2016-2017 Judicial Branch Associate Justice Eligibility 1. Must be enrolled at least halftime as a student at Santa Fe College. 2. Must have and maintain a SFC cumulative 2.0 GPA or above. 3. Must attach a résumé to the first page of this application detailing the following: a. Past experiences, Volunteer work, Previous jobs, Co-curricular activities, and Honors or Awards ASSOCIATE JUSTICE The purpose of the four (4) Associate Justices are to vote on Supreme Court Cases; to support and aid the Chief Justice in making critical decisions; to maintain proper electoral procedures as a non-bias entity The Associate Justices shall: Counsel members of Student Government and Students in matters relating to the Constitution; Vote in Supreme Court sessions and Election Council meetings; Write opinions to be provided to Senate Oversight Committee regarding decisions; Assist the Chief Justice in any matter deemed necessary; Be available to students by means of office hours in accordance with the Student Government Procedural Handbook; Report directly to the Chief Justice. CLERK OF THE SUPREME COURT The purpose of the Clerk of the Supreme Court is to maintain the records of the Supreme Court; administer oaths to witnesses; promote transparency. The Clerk of the Supreme Court shall: Schedule hearings before the Supreme Court; Create, maintain, copy and file all documents related to functions of the Supreme Court; Compose and publish the minutes from all hearings before the Supreme Court; Report directly to the Supreme Court Chief Justice.
BAILIFF OF THE SUPREME COURT The purpose of the Bailiff of the Supreme Court is to maintain decorum and ensure the smooth operation of Supreme Court Sessions. The Bailiff of the Supreme Court shall: Report directly to the Chief Justice; Prepare the facilities for meetings of the Supreme Court; At the direction of any Justice, escort individuals from the Supreme Court; and, Assist in maintaining decorum For more information, please contact the Student Body Chief Justice, Briana Sellers: Office: S-152 (352)-381-3783 sgchiefjustice@sfcollege.edu There will be an interview following the submission of the application. The Student Body President and Chief Justice will contact you to set up an appointment.
Personal Information 2016-2017 Judicial Branch Application Full Name: Last First Middle Santa Fe ID#: Telephone: Address: Street Address City State Zip Email: Major: Total credit hours completed: Date of Birth: Anticipated Graduation Date: Credit hours currently enrolled: Will you or do you plan to be employed during the 2016/2017 academic year? (Yes) (No) If yes, where? Weekly hours of Work: Applicant Questions What leadership experience do you possess? What do you feel you can bring to Student Government? For what reasons do you wish to join Student Government?
Specifically, what are your goals for the position you are seeking? Please list any other campus activities/interests in which you are involved and any other time commitments that may help or hinder your performance in this position. Additional comments Authorization By signing below, I attest that the information I have provided on this application is accurate, true, and correct to the best of my knowledge. Signature of Applicant Date Please submit your application at the front desk of the S-Building with the current time stamp. Please submit by October 12, 2016 by 4 p.m. PLEASE ATTACH A RÉSUMÉ TO THE APPLICATION. On a separate sheet of paper, write a little biography about yourself. You can include accomplishments, goals both educational and non-educational.