Board Governance Lead & Secretary

Gamma Phi Omega International; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 119,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Excellent health insurance

Paid holidays and generous paid time

Professional development opportunities

Retirement plan options with company%0

Disability coverage

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) seeks an experienced Secretary to the Board of Trustees. This role serves as the administrative lead to the Board, ensuring effective governance, coordination of meetings, and timely distribution of materials.

The Secretary acts as a liaison among Trustees, the CEO, and senior leadership to uphold accountability and transparency. Responsibilities include advising on governance practices, maintaining bylaws, preparing minutes, and supporting board elections and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; governance and board-administration experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for board correspondence and stakeholder relations.
• Ability to analyze complex governance issues and translate them into practical policies.

Responsibilities

• Counsel and advise the Board on governance, compliance, and statutory requirements.
• Develop and oversee governance policies and annual assessments.
• Review board policies and ensure compliance with applicable laws and orders.
• Record and maintain minutes, bylaws, and governance documents.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute all Board and Committee meetings and briefings.
• Manage board elections, term tracking, and appointment processes.
• Provide administrative support to trustees and board committees.

Skills

Board governance

Public authority knowledge

Non-profit governance

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Discretion and diplomacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) seeks an experienced Secretary to the Board of Trustees. This role serves as the administrative lead to the Board, ensuring effective governance, coordination of meetings, and timely distribution of materials.

The Secretary acts as a liaison among Trustees, the CEO, and senior leadership to uphold accountability and transparency. Responsibilities include advising on governance practices, maintaining bylaws, preparing minutes, and supporting board elections and