The Kingdom Seneschal is considered both a Kingdom and Corporate officer and is responsible for coordinating the administration of the Outland’s historical re-creation.  This job is part Kingdom Administrator and Human Resources.  This involves directing the activities of the Branch Seneschals and deputies. Where questions arise concerning the intent of Kingdom Law the Kingdom Seneschal is responsible for interpretations and clarifications. The Kingdom Seneschal is also responsible for reviewing all sanction related activities.

This is a part-time position requiring a minimum of 15 hours per week, often more. 

Applicants must possess strong communication skills and be capable of interacting with unique SCA personalities without regard to rank or position in the organization. The ability to process and distill large amounts of information from multiple sources is required. Organizational and problem-solving skills are essential. Having held a Branch Seneschal position, while not required, is preferred. Applicants must be capable of maintaining a home office space, have access to the internet, PC/tablet, printer, and possess word processing skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Drive, and Adobe Pro is a plus. Ready access to postal service for the mailing of trackable documents is required. 

Required skills or background: 

• Prior experience in positions of leadership within the SCA or in leading volunteer organizations 
• Excellent working knowledge of current SCA corporate documents and handbooks 
• Ability to research issues surrounding kingdom and Society rules and policies 
• Understanding of how the SCA’s sanction and investigative procedures work; direct experience with these procedures is preferred 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of investigations and other confidential material 
• Ability to manage multiple projects and oversee volunteers on both Society and Kingdom levels 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral 
• The ability and willingness to communicate via email, phone, and videoconferencing on a regular basis 
• Ability to explain policies, delegate projects, and build consensus 

The Outlands Kingdom Seneschal is responsible for the following duties: 

• Oversee directly and indirectly the planning and implementation of all “game side” activities. 
• Deal with large amounts of correspondence with many individuals, including but not limited to all kingdom seneschals, royalty, and corporate/Society level officers, especially the President, VP for Corporate Operations, and Executive Assistant to the Board of Directors. 
• Meet via videoconference and/or phone with branch seneschals, Crown, and other corporate and Society officers once a month. 
• Provide training and advice to branch seneschals on a regular basis.
• Present sanction packets to the Society Seneschal and provide oversight of investigations related to possible sanctions. 
• Interpret Kingdom Law and other SCA policies as needed; revise policies and create new policies as needed to facilitate SCA activities. 
• Evaluate and create documentation as needed to facilitate a positive experience for SCA participants. 
• Monthly review of all Branch Seneschal reports, respond to reports, and refer Branch Seneschal requests or questions to the appropriate Society or Corporate officer for assistance as needed. 
• Submit detailed quarterly reports to the Society Seneschal, and supplemental reports as needed. 
• Lead monthly Branch Seneschal meetings and other meetings as required. 
• Other duties and projects may be assigned by the Society Seneschal or Crown.