The membership director coordinates the membership program. Coordinates first degrees with the grand knight. Maintains a current list of Second and Third Degree dates in the local area. Notifies candidates in a timely manner of the degree dates. Coordinates this information with the Financial Secretary to ensure that eligible members advance to the next higher degree as soon as possible. Strongly encourages sponsors to accompany candidates to all degrees, and ensures that the Council and the admissions committee are informed of degree dates.