We are now accepting new volunteers to serve on the MIR Team from September - December 2018

[EarlG]

This discussion thread was locked by EarlG (a host of the Announcements group).

Volunteers who wish to help keep DU running smoothly should consider joining the Malicious Intruder Removal Team (MIR Team). The role of MIR Team members is simple: they are empowered to revoke the posting privileges of people who show up at DU with the intent to disrupt.

Members of the MIR Team are provided with tools to delete spam posted by people who have had their posting privileges revoked, but they are NOT responsible for removing community standards violations, locking threads, or dealing with violations of DU's Terms of Service wherever they may occur.

If you are a DU member with at least six months of membership, at least 1,000 posts, and proof of identity (ie. you are a Star member) then you can apply to be a member of the MIR Team.

How do I apply?

Simple: just post in this thread to let us know that you'd like to give it a try, and you could be selected by the Admins. There is no application form to fill out, and no confidentiality agreement to sign. MIR Team members do not have access to any privileged information about other DU members.

We plan to introduce the new MIR Team on Wednesday, September 26.

NOTE: If you are a current MIR Team member who is eligible to serve next term, please do not state your intentions in this thread. Instead, use the thread in the MIRT forum. Thanks.

[MontanaMama]

1. I would be happy to be considered for the MIR Team.

Thanks for the opportunity to apply.

[George II]

2. Please consider naming me for the next term. Thanks!

[TexasTowelie]

3. I would like to serve again.

I'm still observing the night owl hours so I'd like to contribute.

[NRaleighLiberal]

4. I'd love to MIRT again...hand is up!

[greatauntoftriplets]

5. As usual, I'd love to serve again if you'll have me.

Thanks EarlG!

[mcar]

6. I would like to serve again

Thanks.

[NurseJackie]

7. I volunteer to serve again.

I was glad to be able to help. I enjoyed working with the other mirt members and I learned a lot.

[discntnt_irny_srcsm]

8. I'd be happy to volunteer

[The Polack MSgt]

9. I would be glad to serve

Please put my name in the hat. Thanks

[Cary]

10. I volunteer

[Eliot Rosewater]

11. I am willing to serve again.

[marble falls]

12. I would like to take another term.

[tiredtoo]

13. I can serve in this position.

[FakeNoose]

14. Question: how much volunteer time is expected of the MIR Team members?

Is this a daily thing, or several times per week?
Are there certain days where the members have to be available?

Thanks for all you to to keep this a great place to hang out!

[GP6971]

16. It's how much time you can volunteer

There are no standards or requirements. It's really how much time you want to contribute.

I suggest you give it a try...it's an eye opener to see what goes on behind the scenes.

[DesertRat]

15. I would like to serve again. Thanks!

[uppityperson]

17. I would be very happy to volunteer, if you'd have me

Thank you and thanks to all who volunteer.

[sheshe2]

18. I will volunteer.

Hope the seasoned veterans will help me learn the ropes.

[Brother Buzz]

19. You've got an all-star crew of returning MIR Team members listed above

Learning the ropes will be a snap.

[sheshe2]

20. Thanks, Buzz.

Yes. Great crew above.

[marble falls]

24. I know you well enough to know you got what it takes, you'd do just fine!

[Rhiannon12866]

21. Hi, EarlG! I'd also like to serve again

And I'm also willing to work nights.

[iwillalwayswonderwhy]

22. I would like to serve again.

Thanks for considering.

[Silver Gaia]

23. I'm interested in doing this.

Thanks for the opportunity.

[Maeve]

25. I would like to serve again

Especially thru the midterms!

[flibbitygiblets]

26. Count me in!

[secondwind]

27. I would be happy to help.

[meow2u3]

28. I would be happy to serve on MIRT

I'm better and can serve. Thank you very much.

[LeftishBrit]

29. If there's still room, I'd like to serve