How to put it

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If I'm applying for a position in a Masonic library, where/how do I phrase my status as an Eastern Star Past Matron? I probably tuck one line under Memberships on my resume. Do I mention it in the cover letter as well, and if so do I also say Past Grand Representative, or is that over the top and I should save it for the interview?

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[icecreamempress.livejournal.com]

Definitely put it in the cover letter. Having been on way more hiring committees than I've wanted to be in my life, something like that would really make an application stand out.

As for "Past Grand Representative", I would weave this in in context; perhaps by saying something like, "My involvement in the Order of the Eastern Star has been important to me, both with my local chapter (which I had the honor to serve as Matron in {years}), and on the national level. My participation as Grand Representative in {years} showed me that [something important it showed you about the role Masonry and Eastern Star play on a national level]. These experiences have really demonstrated to me the importance of Masonic history, and the key role that a library like {where you're applying} can play."

Excuse the clumsy verbiage--I'm sure you have very eloquent things to say on the topic. Good luck!