Board Governance Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

This is a Hybrid position for indivduals residing in Travis County. Individuals in this position may work both at an approved off-site location and onsite at a primary location or multiple locations based on business needs.

The Board Governance Specialist supports the Board Governance Senior Manager in performing essential administrative and governance tasks for a local government entity, specifically focusing on responsibilities relevant to a hospital district under Chapter 281 of the Health and Safety Code. Key duties include coordinating the scheduling and logistics of public meetings, preparing and distributing meeting documents, taking minutes, assisting with follow-up on action items, and maintaining the board request tracker. This role ensures effective execution of governance processes and supports the board’s compliance with legal and organizational requirements.

Essential Functions

• Manage board and committee meeting schedules, logistics, and materials distribution.
• Basic day-to-day communication with board managers related to scheduling, and meeting reminders.
• Draft and track minutes and actions of board and committee meetings.
• Assist with maintaining and updating the board request/question tracker.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of board policies and procedures.
• Support board management software administration and user training
• Provide administrative support for board meetings and board-related projects and initiatives.
• Facilitate communication and information flow within the governance function and other departments.

Education:

• Associates Degree - Required
• Bachelors Degree - Preferred

Work Experience:

• 2 years of relevant experience supporting the governance structure & operations of a company. - Required

• Reliable with ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment