The phrase ``a member of its executive board or similar governing
body'' refers to a member of a unit identified as an executive board or
a body, whatever its title, which is vested with functions normally
performed by an executive board. Members of a committee which is
actually the executive board or similar governing body of the union are
considered officers within the meaning of section 3(n) of the Act even
if they are not so designated by the union's constitution and bylaws.
For example, members of an ``Executive-Grievance Committee'' which
exercises real governing powers are officers under the Act. However, it
should be noted that committee membership alone will not ordinarily be
regarded as an indication of officer status, unless the committee or its
members meet the requirements contained in section 3(n) of the Act.
